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Summary: A wonderful book for every type of folder!
Review: I am glad to see that this book is again in print! This book contains enough models for the beginner and novice alike. There seems to be alot of focus on modular origami,which is big in origami circles nowadays, but there is also some other great models included as well. I would strongly recommend picking this one up for your library!
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Summary: Varies a lot
Review: I really like Kasahara's books, and this one is no different, although it isn't necessarily a favorite, I find it very useful. The models included vary a great deal in difficulty and clarity. I think there are a few errata in the edition I have, as I know there is something wrong with one of those darn book diagrams. I really like those little books too. There are a few models that are just adorable, and there are some that I would never want to make. Over all, it is a great book for an intermediate to advanced folder, as most of the models tend to be of that level. There are still some very easy models, so a beginner with patience and a will to learn would probably find it useful as well.
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Summary: The epitomous origami book
Review: Near perfect. Nuff said. All idiots, please avoid. This is for high level folders only.
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Summary: Great all-around origami book
Review: Origami Omnibus has a wide spectrum of models, so everyone can enjoy this book. I like it because it has easy models, but also hard ones that I am still working on. It has a lot of modular origami, which is one category I enjoy. This book explains how geometry and origami are alike. I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys origami.
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Summary: Truly wonderful
Review: Some of the folds are very difficult to understand, yes. However, with a little perseverence, many can be figured out. There's nothing quite like finishing an origami when you had to struggle through some difficult folds to do it. The few times a fold has me completely stymied, this book has such a wealth of material to choose from, it is always easy to set the paper aside and find another project, just as fascinating, hopefully more tractable. This book's greatest strength is its variety. In terms of subject matter, difficulty levels, and sheer number of fascinating forms, I have not yet seen a superior volume.
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Summary: Truly wonderful
Review: Some of the folds are very difficult to understand, yes. However, with a little perseverence, many can be figured out. There's nothing quite like finishing an origami when you had to struggle through some difficult folds to do it. The few times a fold has me completely stymied, this book has such a wealth of material to choose from, it is always easy to set the paper aside and find another project, just as fascinating, hopefully more tractable. This book's greatest strength is its variety. In terms of subject matter, difficulty levels, and sheer number of fascinating forms, I have not yet seen a superior volume.
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Summary: A must have for any origami folder
Review: This book is like the origami dictionary. It has all different types of stuff for everyone. Plus this book gives the most bang for the buck, it is huge and comprehensive, and cheaply priced. Very good book that belongs on any origami folder's shelf!
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Summary: A must have for any origami folder
Review: This book is like the origami dictionary. It has all different types of stuff for everyone. Plus this book gives the most bang for the buck, it is huge and comprehensive, and cheaply priced. Very good book that belongs on any origami folder's shelf!
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Summary: Origami for "Some" People
Review: This book is only for everybody with either one of the following:1. incredible, massive amounts of patience 2. lots of folding experience It certainly is not for beginners! I'm not a complete novice, having successfully folded every single box found in "Origami Boxes" by Tomoko Fuse. And they came out very nicely, thank you. What Origami Omnibus is lacking is detailed instructions on how to fold the various designs. One minute you're going along fine, the next minute you're like "WHAT?" - the pictures suddenly become impossible to follow, unless you are experienced in interpreting hieroglyphics. For people with highly developed 3-D brains only. If this book were called "Advanced Origami" it would be more appropriate. Granted, the book has some lovely, brilliant designs in it, if only you can fold them! Beginners, if you buy this book and are completely baffled, don't despair. Origami can be very rewarding, you just need a book with more detail.
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Summary: delightful
Review: This is a huge volume with a large variety of subjects presented. Going from memory, there are masks, dinosaurs, animals, boxes, modular polyhedrons, and more. It would be hard for one to leaf through this book and not find at least a few models that are "must-folds". This may not be the best book for beginners. I played around with origami a bit as a child and this is the first book I've ever bought. I've had a few problems following the more complex diagrams, but usually after a test fold (where I end up completely mangling the paper) I can re-do the project with little difficulty. There is little-to-no indication of the difficulty of models, e.g. they certainly aren't arranged by difficulty, but its simple enough to determine that a project with 30 steps will be much more difficult than a project with 8 steps. What I find especially inspiring in this volume is the author's scant text. He communicates the history and beauty of origami in a simple manner. His passion definitely shows through. I wouldn't have expected to develop such an appreciation from one volume. Folding has become a relaxing, meditative hobby for me, and I'd recommend this volume for anyone seeking the same.
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