With the increasing popular interest in mindfulness--and seeking quiet
in the tumult of modern life--origami, the centuries-old practice of
paper folding, has enjoyed a tremendous resurgence. With origins
possibly dating to sixth century Buddhism, the art of creating shapes
from pieces of paper offers an appealing combination of calming
concentration and the opportunity to create small works of art with our
own hands. This mind-bending collection of geometric origami includes
twenty-seven inventive shapes, from simple one-piece pyramids to
beautiful and intricate starbursts, each carefully designed and
explained with illustrated step-by-step instructions. Also included are
thirty-two sheets of origami paper to get you started.