Kawaii Origami Animals - by Kamikey (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Have fun folding cute paper models of your favorite animals!

Kamikey is a rising star in the origami world and her new book features 75 kawaii models that are all unbelievably cute--and exceptionally easy to fold!

These models are easy enough for beginners and intended for folders of all ages. Kamikey also provides you with lots of creative props and unique backgrounds to use in displaying your finished models!

The following are just some of the unique origami models you'll enjoy making with this book:

• Adorably cute animals--several types of dogs, cats, rabbits and hamsters--plus a chibi owl!
• Zoo favorites like lions and tigers, pandas with bamboo, and koalas with eucalyptus
• Dolphins, seals and penguins--plus a "Nemo" clownfish folded from a single sheet!
• Lifelike flowers and butterflies that can be combined to form a decorative wreath!
• Greeting cards, envelopes, boxes and accessories you can use to hold candies or send messages to friends
• Cute animal dolls like a Butterfly Girl, a Ladybug Boy and clever cat and rabbit "furries!"
• Seasonal wall decorations for each month of the year featuring cherry blossoms, dragonflies and maple leaves
• And much more!

About the Author

Kamikey is a prolific Japanese origami artist who began publishing how-to videos on YouTube in 2015. She has now produced 450 video lessons, and her YouTube channel has 210K subscribers. Initially active as a craft artist specializing in amigurumi, she became engrossed in origami when she became a mother. Leveraging her experience as a crafter, she has created a unique world of origami decorations and gained popularity with videos that are exceptionally easy to follow, even for those with no folding experience. Kamikey's cute style and suggestions for combining decorative elements resonate with women folders in particular. She shares her creative work on Instagram and in magazines. Her books have sold over 300,000 copies in Japan.