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Origami for Valentine's Day

by Robyn Hardyman

Book Details

Publisher:The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Published:2016-07-15
Pages:34
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Valentine's Day is all about love. Whether sharing love with friends, family, or a special someone, there's a great origami project that would be the perfect gift! Step-by-step instructions guide readers through folding hearts, bookmarks, boxes for chocolate, and even a bunch of flowers. Full-color photographs aid budding origamists and show completed projects up close. Readers learn about the roots of Valentine's Day and how it's become the holiday it is today through a detailed introduction an

Our Review

This origami guide offers clear, step-by-step instructions for creating heartfelt Valentine's Day gifts, from folded hearts and flower bouquets to decorative boxes perfect for holding chocolates or small treasures. Each project is supported by full-color photographs that show both the folding process and the finished creations up close, making the papercraft accessible even for beginners. The book opens with engaging background about Valentine's Day traditions, connecting the craft projects to the holiday's celebration of love in all its forms. Readers will appreciate how the instructions build from basic folds to more complex creations, allowing skills to develop naturally throughout the book.

What sets this papercraft resource apart is its thoughtful combination of practical origami techniques with meaningful gift-giving opportunities for friends, family, or romantic interests. The projects are specifically designed to serve as personal, handmade alternatives to store-bought valentines, with the heart and flower designs being particularly standout options for expressing affection. Budding artists will find the visual guidance invaluable for mastering each fold, while the historical context adds depth to why these handmade creations carry such sentimental weight. This approach transforms simple paper folding into a genuine expression of care that will make any recipient feel truly seen.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction