Beginner’s Book of Modular Origami Polyhedra: The Platonic Solids

FASCINATE YOUR FRIENDS! Be the envy of your origami-loving friends with these stunning modular polyhedra models! Based on the classic Platonic solids, they’re simple to make but look complex and impressive.
Whether or not you’re familiar with traditional origami models, you’re sure to be captivated by the fun and fascination of creating abstract geometric forms. This book by an expert paperfolder offers a clear, concise introduction to the special techniques for making beautiful, complex polyhedra models.
These 17 projects are based on the classic Platonic solids: the tetrahedron, hexahedron, octahedron, dodecahedron, and icosahedron. Folders at every level of experience, from absolute beginners to old hands, will appreciate the step-by-step diagrams and their detailed views of the models’ assembly. Additional helpful features include photos of the complete models, background on the Platonic solids, and references.
  EASY STEP-BY-STEP DIAGRAMS – Follow the clearly written instructions and diagrams to create beautiful geometric forms. Even if you’ve never folded origami before, you’ll be able to make these models with ease.COMPLETE MODEL PHOTOS – See what the final product looks like before you start folding. This will help you stay on track and achieve accurate results.17 PROJECTS BASED ON THE CLASSIC PLATONIC SOLIDS – the tetrahedron, hexahedron, octahedron, dodecahedron, and icosahedron.BEGINNER TO EXPERT – These projects are suitable for folders of all levels of experience, from absolute beginners to experts. With clear instructions and helpful photos, everyone can enjoy this intriguing art form.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dover Publications
Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 11, 2008
Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 64 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0486461726
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0486461724
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 6.9 ounces
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 years and up
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.25 x 0.25 x 11 inches
Part of series ‏ : ‎ Dover Crafts: Origami & Papercrafts
Best Sellers Rank: #291,935 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #130 in Origami (Books) #349 in Crafts for Children (Books) #707 in Paper Craft
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