Articles related to "Origami"
Origami's Role in Gift-Giving Customs in Asia
Origami originated as a form of etiquette when acommpanying gifts and to authenticate valuable items in the 13th century as a custom among the wealthy who were the only ones who could afford paper.
origami • noshi • gifts • gift-giving
Origami originated as a form of etiquette when acommpanying gifts and to authenticate valuable items in the 13th century as a custom among the wealthy who were the only ones who could afford paper.
origami • noshi • gifts • gift-giving
Origami Websites for Kids
Origami is the art of folding paper to create unique animals and other figures. It's a great art form and you would be surprised at how much fun it is.
origami websites • origami for kids • ancient art • origami instructions • paper folding instructions
Origami is the art of folding paper to create unique animals and other figures. It's a great art form and you would be surprised at how much fun it is.
origami websites • origami for kids • ancient art • origami instructions • paper folding instructions
Origami with Fabric Scraps
Origami needn't be limited to paper. With the aid of some starch, you can use fabric too!
origami • fabric • quilting • quilts • sewing
Origami needn't be limited to paper. With the aid of some starch, you can use fabric too!
origami • fabric • quilting • quilts • sewing
Origami Warfare
Japan has long been known for beautiful handmade paper and art objects made of paper, a technique known as Origami. However, in 1944 a new use of paper was brought to the attention of the world, huge paper balloons filled with hydrogen were used to carry antipersonnel and incendiary bombs from Japan to the USA, Canada and Mexico.
bomb • origami • wwii • japan • usa
Japan has long been known for beautiful handmade paper and art objects made of paper, a technique known as Origami. However, in 1944 a new use of paper was brought to the attention of the world, huge paper balloons filled with hydrogen were used to carry antipersonnel and incendiary bombs from Japan to the USA, Canada and Mexico.
bomb • origami • wwii • japan • usa
Complete Origami
Complete Origami has over 100 interesting facts and step-by-step instructions for folding just about everything: paper, tissues, cloth, money, and leaves.
origami • japanese • paper • folding • math
Complete Origami has over 100 interesting facts and step-by-step instructions for folding just about everything: paper, tissues, cloth, money, and leaves.
origami • japanese • paper • folding • math
Origami Paper Animals
When we think of Papercrafting we think of the graceful origami cranes. Papercrafting has come a long way since then.
papercrafting • paper • crafting • gluing • cutting
When we think of Papercrafting we think of the graceful origami cranes. Papercrafting has come a long way since then.
papercrafting • paper • crafting • gluing • cutting
Paper Crafts I
Here are some simple ways to enjoy the simplest crafting medium, Paper. These crafts are for young and old kids alike.
origami • paper mache • stickers • pergamano • parchment crafting
Here are some simple ways to enjoy the simplest crafting medium, Paper. These crafts are for young and old kids alike.
origami • paper mache • stickers • pergamano • parchment crafting
Review: 3 Innovative Quilting Books
Here're three quilting books that'll change the way you quilt, forever: Fantastic Fabric Folding by Rebecca Wat, Stitch 'n Flip Quilts by Valori Wells, and Free-Style Quilts by Susan Carlson.
valori wells • stich 'n flip quilts • origami • fabric origami • rebecca wat
Here're three quilting books that'll change the way you quilt, forever: Fantastic Fabric Folding by Rebecca Wat, Stitch 'n Flip Quilts by Valori Wells, and Free-Style Quilts by Susan Carlson.
valori wells • stich 'n flip quilts • origami • fabric origami • rebecca wat
I-gami
Do you like origami but dislike the flimsy paper? Here are some plastic 3D origami sets that are very similar to Lego, but with the same principles of origami.
i-gami • plastic 3d origami • construction kits • building toys • lego building
Do you like origami but dislike the flimsy paper? Here are some plastic 3D origami sets that are very similar to Lego, but with the same principles of origami.
i-gami • plastic 3d origami • construction kits • building toys • lego building
Traveling Crafts
During summer, many families take vacations. Often these include car trips, plane trips, or train trips. When we vacation, my son and I bring along a craft travel pack. It is full of supplies for easy crafts and activities to make and enjoy and don't require a lot of space. You can remember your trip with homemade postcards or please a friend with a flower bouquet or greeting card.
travel • backpack • paper • scissors • crafts
During summer, many families take vacations. Often these include car trips, plane trips, or train trips. When we vacation, my son and I bring along a craft travel pack. It is full of supplies for easy crafts and activities to make and enjoy and don't require a lot of space. You can remember your trip with homemade postcards or please a friend with a flower bouquet or greeting card.
travel • backpack • paper • scissors • crafts
A Goody-Bag for Substitute Educators/Teachers
A good substitue educator/teacher needs to be well prepared to keep control of her group and keep them busy. She/he will with a goody-bag!
goodies • goody • bag • duffle • substitute
A good substitue educator/teacher needs to be well prepared to keep control of her group and keep them busy. She/he will with a goody-bag!
goodies • goody • bag • duffle • substitute
KIDS CRAFTS
This article covers several types of crafts to do with various ages of children. It ranges from origami to kite-making and non-food recipes. Several links are included in this article.
origami • kids crafts • crafts • kite-making • kite making
This article covers several types of crafts to do with various ages of children. It ranges from origami to kite-making and non-food recipes. Several links are included in this article.
origami • kids crafts • crafts • kite-making • kite making
Observing a Montessori Classroom (Primary Level)
The article discusses my own observation of a Montessori primary school. It mentions the materials surrounding the classroom, as well as the tasks that the students were involved in.
montessori primary classroom • observation • materials • montessori curriculum • alphabet
The article discusses my own observation of a Montessori primary school. It mentions the materials surrounding the classroom, as well as the tasks that the students were involved in.
montessori primary classroom • observation • materials • montessori curriculum • alphabet
Alternative Barf Bag Uses
Be creative in flight or at the hotel with free air sickness bags you've snagged from airplane seat pockets. You will be surprised what uses the bag can be put to.
barf bag alternative uses • airsickness vomit motion sickness • travel kits gear note pads • airplane amusement • sketch scrap paper
Be creative in flight or at the hotel with free air sickness bags you've snagged from airplane seat pockets. You will be surprised what uses the bag can be put to.
barf bag alternative uses • airsickness vomit motion sickness • travel kits gear note pads • airplane amusement • sketch scrap paper
Teaching Art Appreciation
There's more to appreciate in art than form and function. Art offers endless opportunities to explore history, culture, math, and science.
teaching art appreciation • art lessons • science and math in art • tessalations • fractals
There's more to appreciate in art than form and function. Art offers endless opportunities to explore history, culture, math, and science.
teaching art appreciation • art lessons • science and math in art • tessalations • fractals
Using Washi for Frame and Cabinet Remodeling
Washi, or Japanese paper, isn't just for origami. It's a traditional, sustainable, easy-to-work-with building material. Install it with rice glue and an X-acto knife.
washi for frame and cabinet remodeling • japanese paper • origami • veneer plywood • plantation shutters
Washi, or Japanese paper, isn't just for origami. It's a traditional, sustainable, easy-to-work-with building material. Install it with rice glue and an X-acto knife.
washi for frame and cabinet remodeling • japanese paper • origami • veneer plywood • plantation shutters
Japanese Cranes, Symbols of Peace
Red-crowned Cranes are traditional symbols of peace and harmony. Sadako Sasaki, a young Hiroshima victim, made paper cranes an international peace symbol too.
japanese cranes • sadako sasaki • hiroshima victim • peace • red-crowned crane
Red-crowned Cranes are traditional symbols of peace and harmony. Sadako Sasaki, a young Hiroshima victim, made paper cranes an international peace symbol too.
japanese cranes • sadako sasaki • hiroshima victim • peace • red-crowned crane
Fall Fashion Trends for 2008
As previews for fall fashion 2008 hit the runways we can take note of the new trends in velvets, shaggy furs and fringes, and exotic Russian and Oriental inspired pieces.
fall fashion trends 2008 • women's fashion • cossack hats • maxi dresses • shaggy fur coats
As previews for fall fashion 2008 hit the runways we can take note of the new trends in velvets, shaggy furs and fringes, and exotic Russian and Oriental inspired pieces.
fall fashion trends 2008 • women's fashion • cossack hats • maxi dresses • shaggy fur coats
Decorating Ideas for the Holidays
When times get bad, people take comfort in the familiar. This year, people are returning to traditional holiday decorations. According to a survey, people reported they'll be shopping for lights, candles, and other traditional items.
kodansha • japan publications • toshie takahama • origami • serging
When times get bad, people take comfort in the familiar. This year, people are returning to traditional holiday decorations. According to a survey, people reported they'll be shopping for lights, candles, and other traditional items.
kodansha • japan publications • toshie takahama • origami • serging
New Stuff, New Sites-HIA Report
HIA was just a week ago but you get a jumpstart on whats hot just by reading this article and surfing the sites mentioned!
hia • hobby industry of america • rubber stamp • rubber stamping • rubber stamp sites
HIA was just a week ago but you get a jumpstart on whats hot just by reading this article and surfing the sites mentioned!
hia • hobby industry of america • rubber stamp • rubber stamping • rubber stamp sites
The Lighter Side of Money
Sometimes we take money too seriously, and need to lighten up a little. After all, it's <i>only money</i>!
money • history of money • money jokes • money sayings • money quotations
Sometimes we take money too seriously, and need to lighten up a little. After all, it's <i>only money</i>!
money • history of money • money jokes • money sayings • money quotations
Birds as Peace Symbols
The story of Noah's Ark, the Phoenix of ancient mythology, Sadako and the Paper Cranes, and the Great Seal of the United States all gave rise to bird peace symbols.
birds as peace symbols • bald eagle • dove • crane • phoenix
The story of Noah's Ark, the Phoenix of ancient mythology, Sadako and the Paper Cranes, and the Great Seal of the United States all gave rise to bird peace symbols.
birds as peace symbols • bald eagle • dove • crane • phoenix
Play With Your Food
Food can be used in crafts and for play. Raid your refrigerator and let the fun begin!
play with your food • playing with dough • mashed potato sculptures • rice table • make a gingerbread house
Food can be used in crafts and for play. Raid your refrigerator and let the fun begin!
play with your food • playing with dough • mashed potato sculptures • rice table • make a gingerbread house
Polly Pinder Shows How to Make Oriental Cards
Polly Pinder provides step by step instructions about creating Far Eastern inspired cards. She explains simple techniques through photographs by Charlotte de la Bédoyèr.
pinder shows how to make oriental cards • simple and stunning handmade oriental cards by pin • original personalised oriental card designs • step by step instructions about creating far easte • simple techniques through step by step photographs
Polly Pinder provides step by step instructions about creating Far Eastern inspired cards. She explains simple techniques through photographs by Charlotte de la Bédoyèr.
pinder shows how to make oriental cards • simple and stunning handmade oriental cards by pin • original personalised oriental card designs • step by step instructions about creating far easte • simple techniques through step by step photographs
The Name Says it All
There are books with names for baby girls and baby boys, and books with names for cats and dogs, but how do towns and cities get their names? I set out to chase down place names in South Carolina, and these are some of which I found...
cars • mountains • motels • guest houses • mountains
There are books with names for baby girls and baby boys, and books with names for cats and dogs, but how do towns and cities get their names? I set out to chase down place names in South Carolina, and these are some of which I found...
cars • mountains • motels • guest houses • mountains
Best Way to Motivate Employees
Unmotivated workers are a problem, but the solution may be simpler than you think.
lazy workers • lazy employees • unmovitated employees • motivate staff • motivate employee
Unmotivated workers are a problem, but the solution may be simpler than you think.
lazy workers • lazy employees • unmovitated employees • motivate staff • motivate employee
Hunting the Corrigan's Blood: Wanted: Independent Reclamation Sp
Review of the science fiction novel Hunting the Corrigan's Blood by Holly Lisle.
Review of the science fiction novel Hunting the Corrigan's Blood by Holly Lisle.
SUMMERTIME BUZZ
Spring is in the air -- and if you're in the right part of the country, the cicadas are in the air, too. Some cicada facts (including how to protect your trees).
cicada • magicicadas • life cycle • tree protection
Spring is in the air -- and if you're in the right part of the country, the cicadas are in the air, too. Some cicada facts (including how to protect your trees).
cicada • magicicadas • life cycle • tree protection
Alternative Easter Baskets
Trying to avoid the candy overload this Easter? Here are some ideas for alternative Easter basket fillers.
easter baskets • no easter candy • children's cooking baking supplies • children's gardening • children's books
Trying to avoid the candy overload this Easter? Here are some ideas for alternative Easter basket fillers.
easter baskets • no easter candy • children's cooking baking supplies • children's gardening • children's books
Coat Trends for Fall Winter 2008
Coats come into their own this winter. Check out this season's classics and uber-modern styling with bold colors,sculpted silhouettes, traditional and inventive shapes.
coat trends for fall winter 2008 • military coats • classic trench coats • duffle coat • burberry
Coats come into their own this winter. Check out this season's classics and uber-modern styling with bold colors,sculpted silhouettes, traditional and inventive shapes.
coat trends for fall winter 2008 • military coats • classic trench coats • duffle coat • burberry
Homeschooled Alumni Impressive and Growing
Homeschooling is an alma mater that's increasingly building an illustrious list of alumni.
homeschooled alumni • famous homeschoolers • ansel adams • andrew wyeth • jonas brothers
Homeschooling is an alma mater that's increasingly building an illustrious list of alumni.
homeschooled alumni • famous homeschoolers • ansel adams • andrew wyeth • jonas brothers
How to Make a Humorous Reindeer Pop Up Card
Create a crazy reindeer character accompanied by a simple play on words. Teach children about how to think up humour when making this funny Christmas card with them.
how to make reindeer popup card • make funny christmas tabletop display • kids create crazy reindeer character • simple play on words humour • children think up humour
Create a crazy reindeer character accompanied by a simple play on words. Teach children about how to think up humour when making this funny Christmas card with them.
how to make reindeer popup card • make funny christmas tabletop display • kids create crazy reindeer character • simple play on words humour • children think up humour
Quick, Easy and Inexpensive Christmas gifts.
With a matter of days to go until Christmas, there may be some panic at the thought of going back to the shops again to search for a gift. Here are some simple and inexpensive ideas to help combat the rush at this tie of the year. Home made Christmas gifts are surrounded by truly beautiful spirit, and these use everyday items that are readily available or easy to come by.
christmas • gifts • crafts • craft • christmas craft
With a matter of days to go until Christmas, there may be some panic at the thought of going back to the shops again to search for a gift. Here are some simple and inexpensive ideas to help combat the rush at this tie of the year. Home made Christmas gifts are surrounded by truly beautiful spirit, and these use everyday items that are readily available or easy to come by.
christmas • gifts • crafts • craft • christmas craft
Legitimizing the Behavior
Make teachable moments out of your students' misbehavior!
discipline • classroom management • education • misbehavior
Make teachable moments out of your students' misbehavior!
discipline • classroom management • education • misbehavior
Two Hands
A review of the Australian Film "Two Hands" which featured at the Sydney Film Festival earlier this year from director Gregor Jordan.
two hands • australian film • urban crime film.
A review of the Australian Film "Two Hands" which featured at the Sydney Film Festival earlier this year from director Gregor Jordan.
two hands • australian film • urban crime film.
No-Sew Fabric Bookmarks
...and keep your place at the same time! Use printable fabric sheets, or adhesive fabric sheets, or use scraps, or cut a piece of a much-loved fabric from your stash.
bookmark • fabric • paper • card stock • magnets
...and keep your place at the same time! Use printable fabric sheets, or adhesive fabric sheets, or use scraps, or cut a piece of a much-loved fabric from your stash.
bookmark • fabric • paper • card stock • magnets
Iris Folding: Supplies and Directions for a Popular Scrapbooking Technique
The effort to learn and create Iris-Folding projects is minimal, while the results can vary from beautiful to stunning, depending on the complexity of the project.
iris folding • how to make an iris folding • tips for iris folding • scrapbook ideas • scrapbook techniques
The effort to learn and create Iris-Folding projects is minimal, while the results can vary from beautiful to stunning, depending on the complexity of the project.
iris folding • how to make an iris folding • tips for iris folding • scrapbook ideas • scrapbook techniques
We want you!
Pointers to some neat java games and some educational and fun math sites.
java • games • kids • math
Pointers to some neat java games and some educational and fun math sites.
java • games • kids • math
Clever, Inexpensive Decorating Ideas for Parties
Looking for neat decorations for your next shindig? Look no further than your mailbox and the onslaught of holiday mail order catalogs that arrive daily!
clever party decorations • mail order decorations • harriet carter • thanksgiving centerpiece • votive holder
Looking for neat decorations for your next shindig? Look no further than your mailbox and the onslaught of holiday mail order catalogs that arrive daily!
clever party decorations • mail order decorations • harriet carter • thanksgiving centerpiece • votive holder
Elementary Fine Motor Lesson Plans
Fine motor skills are important for academic success. Help students to develop tactile strength and dexterity with engaging arts and crafts activities.
elementary • fine motor lesson plans • students • handwriting • tactile activities
Fine motor skills are important for academic success. Help students to develop tactile strength and dexterity with engaging arts and crafts activities.
elementary • fine motor lesson plans • students • handwriting • tactile activities
Making Stuff: Craft Book Review
Here is a great new crafter's resource book that sets itself apart from the rest.
making stuff: an alternative craft book • book review • black dog publishing • green crafts • craft resource books
Here is a great new crafter's resource book that sets itself apart from the rest.
making stuff: an alternative craft book • book review • black dog publishing • green crafts • craft resource books
Paul Poiret, Modern Designer
Despite liberating women from corsets and injecting fun into fashion, Paul Poiret died poor & overshadowed by Chanel. A new exhibit at the Met rectifies matters.
metropolitan museum costume institute • paul poiret king of fashion exhibition • fashiontribes • fashion • fashion history
Despite liberating women from corsets and injecting fun into fashion, Paul Poiret died poor & overshadowed by Chanel. A new exhibit at the Met rectifies matters.
metropolitan museum costume institute • paul poiret king of fashion exhibition • fashiontribes • fashion • fashion history
Reduce Your Paper Footprint
Tips for reducing the amount of paper you buy and the amount you throw away.
paper waste • paper consumption • recycling • paper crafts • waste reduction
Tips for reducing the amount of paper you buy and the amount you throw away.
paper waste • paper consumption • recycling • paper crafts • waste reduction
The Bra Shopping Bag
Food and Fashion unite! Triumph International has created a fetching red lace bra that turns into a re-usable and environmentally friendly grocery shopping bag.
bra that turns into a bag • triumph international bra bag • japanese bra bag • convertible bra • environemtally friendly bra
Food and Fashion unite! Triumph International has created a fetching red lace bra that turns into a re-usable and environmentally friendly grocery shopping bag.
bra that turns into a bag • triumph international bra bag • japanese bra bag • convertible bra • environemtally friendly bra
Valentines Scrapbooking Tips
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, keep in mind your possible scrapbooking embellishments.
valentines day gifts • scrapbooking project ideas • valentine scrapbooks • scrapbooking your valentines • scrapbooking cards
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, keep in mind your possible scrapbooking embellishments.
valentines day gifts • scrapbooking project ideas • valentine scrapbooks • scrapbooking your valentines • scrapbooking cards
News Tape (December, 6)
Dark music news (doom/death),reviews
doom music • dark music • death music • metal music • news
Dark music news (doom/death),reviews
doom music • dark music • death music • metal music • news
Simple Garden Gifts and Treasures
Featured this week: Native American Keepsakes: Toys and Figures. A series of soothing how-to projects using natural materials from the garden. Perfect for relaxing and/or gift giving.
garden crafts • gifts • native american crafts • cattail • duck catttail
Featured this week: Native American Keepsakes: Toys and Figures. A series of soothing how-to projects using natural materials from the garden. Perfect for relaxing and/or gift giving.
garden crafts • gifts • native american crafts • cattail • duck catttail
Summer Bargain Books
A list of some great book bargains available for purchase online. Some surprises for the kids too!
books • bargains • summer • reading • novels
A list of some great book bargains available for purchase online. Some surprises for the kids too!
books • bargains • summer • reading • novels
A Relaxing Few Days in Key West
Key West, Florida is the perfect vacation spot to unwind and rejuvenate.
key west travel • florida travel • weekend travel • weekend getaway • relaxing vacation
Key West, Florida is the perfect vacation spot to unwind and rejuvenate.
key west travel • florida travel • weekend travel • weekend getaway • relaxing vacation
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