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Origami Booklet Tutorial

Thursday, June 11th, 2009

Origami Book

It was my wedding anniversary yesterday, so I made a book like card for my husband. My elementary teacher taught me how to make the origami books and I love them. I made a few adjustments by cutting the center and binding with tape, but they are so easy to personalize and great for a memorable gift. You just only need a few minutes, piece of paper, pair of scissors, bone folder (only if you have one) and your imagination. I created a template, so please feel free to download the Origami Booklet Template (173KB ZIP). Enjoy!


Origami Booklet
1) Fold into 8 rectangles.

Origami Booklet
*Fold the paper like in the above to make perfect rectangles and you can always use a bone folder to make straight edges.

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2) Cut along the center, but make sure not to detach the last rectangle.

Origami Booklet
3) Push the flaps to the center and make a diamond.

Origami Booklet
4) The center should look like a cross from the top.

Origami Booklet
4) Fold the open flaps around the closed flaps.
Bind the book with tape! And you’re done!

Asymmetrical Charm Necklace Tutorial

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009

A tutorial on Asymmetrical Charm Necklace.


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1) Find a chain necklace with a clasp. (much easier) You can always recycle and use a chain lying around the house. If you prefer a certain color or thickness, they can be found at TOHO Shoji.

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2) Cut the chain with a plier, but make sure to cut a bit to the right or left to make it asymmetrical.

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3) Pick your parts and layout your design. I try to use the same colors and textures for the charms and parts as the chain to make it look more natural and chic. Just remember that it always looks different laying it out flat and on you.

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4) Now the tricky part, connect the parts with the jump rings. Always try to open the jump rings along the cut and not to widen the rings.

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5) Try it on and adjust the lengths and charms. VoilĂ , you’re done!

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