Origami, the art of paper folding has proven to be so much more than just a beautiful craft idea. Origami is good for you. This realization has been taken to the classroom and used by many teachers to broaden the student’s way of thinking. Origami compels the student to develop…
Traditional origami has always been shrouded in secrecy, with instruction being given orally and passed down from generation to generation. Modern origamists regard their models as designs that deserve recognition, meant to be seen and appreciated. Uchiyama Koko, one of the early modern origamists went so far as to patent…
Origami is art. It is birds and animals and flowers. It is decoration for your dinner table or a basket to carry your picnic. It’s a paper hat or boat to bring a smile to a small child. It’s a container for storing your odds and ends. It’s a clever…
Origami began in China and Japan hundreds of years ago. It is an activity that has proven to be quite useful in various situations. Origami is an activity that costs very little but offers individuals a number of benefits. Here is a concept that requires creativity and imagination. Folding paper…