Origami Day!

Wednesday, November 11, 2015 is Origami Day.  Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding, taking a flat piece of paper and turning it into another form without cutting or pasting.   One of the best known models is the Paper Crane, which has become a symbol for peace.

We have several books in our collection for patrons that are interested in origami.

In 10-Fold Origami by Peter Engel, readers can learn how to create 26 wide-ranging origami models,  The book includes easy to follow diagrams and full color illustrations. (736  E57t)

Origami Sourcebook by Jay Ansill has projects for all levels from the beginning folder to the more experienced.  The wide range of models go from dragons and wizards to paper flower arrangements and napkin rings. (736 A619os)

Origami Boxes : for Gifts, Treasures and Trifles by Alexandra Dirk teaches how to make a range of unique containers that can be made in endless variations by simply altering the color or pattern of paper used to create them. (736.982 D599o)

These and many other crafting books are available for your use in our Nonfiction section (both Adult and Juvenile).  

Get a Head Start on Christmas 2009!

I know, you probably groaned when you read that title, but I am a big fan (and I know there are others out there) of taking advantage of "After-Christmas" sales, especially since our economy is not so wonderful these days. I confess that on New Year's Eve, since the library was closed, I was one of those folks visiting our local craft stores and hunting for bargains for next year's holidays. I did find some wonderful deals on Christmas papers, both scrapbook and decorative, as well as on materials to make Christmas cards. So...now that you have taken advantage of these sales, what will you do with all of the goodies you have purchased? Try getting a jump start on Christmas 2009 with Papercrafts for Christmas: Making Cards and Decorations by Judy Balchin and Polly Pinder. The book has stunning pictures of the completed projects, as well as easy-to-follow directions for even the novice crafter! This book contains three sections: Making Christmas Cards, Making Christmas Tree Decorations, and Making Christmas Table Decorations. I really appreciate the "Basic Materials" pages in each section, because it helps the reader get a sense of how many different materials they will need to complete each craft in the section. It might seem a little crazy, but if you are still in the Christmas mood after New Year's Day, try starting a project for Christmas 2009!