Super Cute Origami Kit

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Kids of all ages will love this super cute collection of easy origami crafts that can be customized in endless ways. Follow chibi manga mascots Kami Kami and Orihime as they show you how to fold up the models, and then how to personalize them in thousands of ways. The possibilities are limitless! Packed with accessories that you can use to create unique, embellished models, this origami kit includes: 48 sheets of colorful origami paper Over 35 sticker accessories 100 stick-on pearls in assorted colors 150 glittering sequins in various sizes 50 assorted stick-on rhinestones Washi tape A full-color book with folding instructions and tips for decorating the models Surprise your friends with your creativity! Create adorable kawaii figures and learn fascinating facts about the countries and cultures that have inspired the designs. Origami projects in this kit include: Cupcake: Cute, sweet, and almost good enough to eat-and why not add some more stick-on pearls as the "icing on the cake" Crown: Dazzle your subjects with a rhinestone-encrusted wearable tiara Daruma Doll: Fold up this lucky Japanese character and make a wish as you color in one eye. Color the other eye when your wish is granted! he Calavera: Grinning "sugar skulls" which allow you to hold your own Mexican Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration! And many more fascinating projects!

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"If you're looking for fun and educational activities for your kiddos on spring breaks, weekends, rainy days, or the upcoming summer breaks, I highly recommend this Super Cute Origami Kit." --UTryIt blog
"I predict this to be a super hot item this year and should be brought out any time there are children gathered around. You'll be the coolest parent/grandparent/teacher/childminder ever! [] There are lots of suggestions given for giving your projects extra touches for additional cuteness, too, so get out those little pieces from your craft stash and give them a purpose!" --Castle View Academy blog
"This is a delightful origami set, with a cute and helpful book, and hundreds of decorating stickers, sequins, rhinestones, and more [] The writing is concise yet engaging, with two characters offering tips, insights, and a little humor along the way. There are very clear diagrams and many photos, too. The origami designs are based on treasured objects from celebrations around the world, from Christmas trees to matryoshka dolls to mardi gras masks to diwali lamps to hina dolls." --Crafts4.us blog

Author Bio

Born and raised in Japan and living in Portland, Oregon, Yuki Martin is an artist, instructor, and writer with a special interest in origami. She has taught origami at schools, libraries, camps and events since 2007. She writes about her origami experiences on OrigamiUSA's magazine, The Paper, reviews origami publications on her website (yukiorigami.com), and shares her origami photos on her popular Instagram account (@yukiorigami).