Japanese Paper Flowers - by Hiromi Yamazaki (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Learn how to bring a Japanese aesthetic into your life with these elegant works of floral art. Japanese kirigami (cut paper) flowers are delicate and beautiful examples of paper craft, but are surprisingly easy to make. This inspirational how-to guide shows you how to make 31 gorgeous designs that can virtually pass for the real thing--except they will never wilt!

The sculptural quality of these flowers is an amazing and creative way to add a touch of beauty to your home, or to create low-cost decorations for a wedding, a baby shower, or any other special event.

All of the most popular blossoms are represented here, including:

• 5 different roses--these romantic flowers can be mixed and matched to create a natural looking bouquet
• Frilly carnations--full of intricate folds and textures, these popular flowers are just as much fun in paper form
• Colorful tulips--carry a piece of spring with you throughout the entire year
• Delicate cherry blossoms--enjoy the wonders of cherry blossom season in your own home
• 3 bold sunflowers--in slightly different shapes and sizes, these cheerful flowers create a sunny bouquet when grouped together
• Festive poinsettias--blooms that will look fresh throughout the entire holiday season
• And many more!

Simple instructions, templates and colorful step-by-step photos show even novice paper crafters how to create each project, and how to gather them into incredible paper flower bouquets. There are instructions showing how the designs can be used in 18 amazing ways--for decorating, selling, gift giving and entertaining--including:

• Spectacular wreaths
• Decorative ornaments
• Customized photo frames
• Individualized bookmarks

Perhaps best of all, there are instructions for exquisite wearable pieces, sure to draw appreciative comments and perfect as gifts for loved ones:

• A fashionable floral crown
• Cheerful brooches
• A statement corsage

Japanese Paper Flowers has all the information and all of the necessary patterns you need! With just some scissors, a few sheets of colorful tant origami paper, and a few drops of crafts glue--all of which can be found online and in paper stores--you can create breathtaking paper flowers in no time at all!

Review Quotes

"Japanese Paper Flowers by Hiromi Yamazaki offers practical instructions on how to create, and use for decoration, many elegant flowers." -- MontrosePress.com

"Japanese Paper Flowers will walk you through the steps to make graceful blooms, blossoms and buds." -- Pausitive Living blog

"Learn how to bring a Japanese aesthetic into your life with these elegant works of floral art. Japanese Paper Flowers has all the information and all of the necessary patterns you need! With just some scissors, a few sheets of colorful tant origami paper, and a few drops of crafts glue--all of which can be found online and in paper stores--you can create breathtaking paper flowers in no time at all!" -- Library Journal

"Whether or not they're already familiar with the Japanese art of origami, crafters can follow Yamazaki's instructions for fashioning exquisite and realistic-looking flowers from paper...Tips are nestled into almost every page, like how to curl petals or cut out challenging pieces. Paper-crafters will delight in growing a garden without all that mess of potting, watering, and cultivating." --Booklist Starred Review

About the Author

Hiromi Yamazaki teaches paper flower-making classes at the Boule De Neige floral paper art shop in Tokyo. She specializes in decorative floral creations for weddings and other special events.