Paper Boxes (Make It With Paper) [Paperback]

Michael G. LaFosse (Author)

Book Description

Series: Make It With Paper | Publication Date: March 1997

Paper Boxes contains an enchanting collection of papercraft projects, suitable for gift-giving or to keep as mementos. Easy-to-follow instructions demonstrate how to make eight beautiful boxes-using a simple cut-and-fold system that requires very little glue. This book contains all you need to fold the entire box collection, plus templates to trace over and over again for an endless supply of paper boxes. Designed to delight beginner and experienced paper artist alike, these eight projects are fun to make. Once you learn the simple techniques shown, you will be able to create lovely boxes for gifts, keepsakes, or decorations for any occasion. Features: Triangle box, Frame box, Magician's box, Match box, Heart box, Puzzle box, Cube box, and Lotus box.

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About the Author

Michael G. LaFosse, origami artist and papermaker, has been practicing the art of paper folding for more than 25 years. He teaches, designs, and works as a consultant to museums and schools. His work has been exhibited in galleries and museums throughout the United States. LaFosse's interest in paper folding began at the age of 7. At the age of 12, he was inspired to begin creating his own original designs after seeing the extraordinary origami art of Japanese master Akira Yoshizawa. He has since had the opportunity to visit Japan and study with Yoshizawa.

Origami designs by LaFosse have been featured in books, film, and computer programs, and in designer displays at Symphony Hall in Boston and at SAKS Fifth Avenue in New York. His original designs for this series blend origami, paper construction, and special folding techniques to produce elegant results. Through workshops, videos, and finding new venues for showing his work, LaFosse is bringing the ancient art of origami to a widening audience.

Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: Rockport Pub (March 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1564962776
• ISBN-13: 978-1564962775
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,878,325 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unique boxes for any occasion, August 8, 1999

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This review is from: Paper Boxes (Make It With Paper) (Paperback)

This is a wonderful book on learning to make your own beautiful & unique boxes. By varying the paper & decorative elements a stunning variety of boxes can be made based on few basic designs.

The step-by-step instructions are very easy to follow. Both photographs & illustrations guide you smoothly through the box making process. Tips on construction & presentation for each box are also included.

There are eight box types demonstrated. Included are triangle, cube, frame, magician, puzzle, heart, lotus, & a matchbox. For each one there is a one-page gallery of different design ideas.

In the back there are templates for each box. It even includes paper elements you can tear out and use. I put a picture in a frame box with a pin inside & gave it to my mother for her birthday; she was delighted.

8 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Craft Book, September 20, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Paper Boxes (Make It With Paper) (Paperback)

This is a great book. It is very interesting. I really like this book because it tells me how to make pretty boxes. The directions are very easy to follow and If you still do not understand they have pictures too.