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Supplies for a beginner (a child)
Posted: February 8th, 2021, 9:53 am
by Pandarei
Hello!
I have an eight-year-old daughter who has recently found an interest in origami. I am not much of a crafter, I lack the skill and creativity but I would love to support her interests even if it is just a phase. Could you please advise on what to buy for her? I know there is a special kind of paper for folding. Are there any beginner books as well?
Re: Supplies for a beginner (a child)
Posted: February 8th, 2021, 2:59 pm
by Baltorigamist
Many packs of kami (which is the standard "origami paper") come with instructions for a few traditional models. I'd also recommend a couple of John Montroll's books, especially
Easy Origami. Some of the models may be duplicated from the paper packs, but there will still be plenty to fold.
Re: Supplies for a beginner (a child)
Posted: February 8th, 2021, 6:52 pm
by origami_8
As for the paper I would recommend to get her a pack of this Kami:
https://www.origami-shop.com/en/paperor ... 7-620.html
It is very good quality and with a 500 sheets it will last some time.
For books I would recommend something by Paulo Mulatinho or Rick Beech. They've got a nice variety of beginner models with a little bit of everything.
A good Origami book is a good base to learn to read diagrams.
Also always great but a bit more advanced is the book "Origami to Astonish and Amuse" by Jeremy Shafer. It contains lots of action models but some of them might be a little tricky for a beginner.
Even though there are many great books out there, it might also be a good idea to search for diagrams and instructional videos online. There are many sources available for free that she might profit from.
Re: Supplies for a beginner (a child)
Posted: February 8th, 2021, 11:45 pm
by Gerardo
A book I like for beginners is "Easy Origami: A Step-by-Step Guide for Kids" by Chris Alexander and Mary Meinking:
https://www.amazon.com/Easy-Origami-Ste ... 1429650346
About paper, it's best to avoid patterned paper when learning, because all the patterns makes it a bit harder to see the creases you make on the paper which often work as references for future steps.