Beautiful Origami

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Summary: Not quite origami
Review: I don`t think that this is a good origami book. For example, some of the models require glue or cutting which is a contradiction to the rules of origami. There are also some models that the author does not acknowledge to the original creators. But I would give some credit as the photographs were very clear. And for that I give it 2 stars. But overall I don`t think that this is quite a good book. Paper Folding? I don`t think so, More like paper cutting.

Rating:
Summary: Not "traditional" origami, but great results
Review: Lots of beautiful animals in this book, as the title implies. However, often the written instructions were not clear, making it easier to look at the photographs to figure out the step. The photos were outstanding! If you get this book, write notes to yourself on each step so you remember the next time! I didn't like the fact that you had to cut and glue some of them, but they turned out so nice, I was willing to overlook this fact!

Rating:
Summary: Terrible written instructions, mediocre pictures
Review: This is the worst origami book I have ever used (or in its case, attempted to use). The directions are horribly unclear; it seems that this author thinks that whatever she means, she can say "open it to the top". Four completely different folds she describes as opening it to the top. My, that's not helpful. Also, you just have to guess if valley or mountain folds are meant, because for both identical dashed lines are used and both are described as "fold". It's terribly confusing to have to make models just by looking at the pictures, when several folds can yield identical-looking results from the camera's angle, thus leaving the folder with all sorts of superfluous creases and frustration. In short, do not buy this book! I wouldn't even waste my time checking it out of the library.