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Overview
A Complete Guide to Folding, Floating, and Functional Origami Sailboats
These boats don't just look nice on a shelf--they're made to move! Lew Rozelle has created original designs for paper sailboats that actually float and sail in water. His designs are based on traditional Japanses models, but Lew's boats do not have to be folded and then turned inside out. The traditional step is difficult and can frequently result in ripping the paper. Traditional Japanese models are also unable to trap the wind and move on their own. But all of the models in Origami Sailboats catch wind currents, float and retain their shape in water. Believe it or not, these paper boats hold up in water for several hours, or even several days if they're made from freezer paper or wax paper. This is a great activity for parents and children, novices and accomplished folders alike. If you like paper airplanes or origami rockets, you'll love Origami Sailboats.
Editorials
Library Journal
Everyone remembers the folded newspaper boat definitely not a seaworthy craft. Origami expert Rozelle (Origami Ornaments) designs and sails folded paper boats based on Japanese traditional techniques and his own modifications. This book contains illustrations and step-by-step instructions for basic folds, sailboat parts, and several types of boats. The sail is an integral part created by the folds, and if waterproof paper is used the boat will sail on pond or pool. This is a useful addition to public library crafts or children's collections. Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.Book Details
Published
February 9, 2002
Publisher
St. Martin's Press
Pages
176
ISBN
9781429963190