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Summary: Worth it for the 2 Klingon models
Review: I've always had a love-hate relationship with origami. I love models which manage to capture the essence of a natural or artificial form using a series of folds based on a single square of paper, but I can't stand ones that are just a cobbled, distorted representation of a beautiful organic form. Hence I love some of the classic folds such as the frog, but generally dislike all of those mammals and aeroplanes etc. Some shapes seem to lend themselves to origami and some should probably never be attempted in my (completely uninformed) opinion. I bought this book because I was amazed that someone had managed to entirely capture the essense of forms as complex and distinctive as the Klingon battle cruiser and K. bird of prey using single, uncut squares. A couple of the Enterprises look pretty impressive too (I haven't attempted them yet), although they are made from two sheets, which sort of spoils it for me. Anyway, the two klingon models are amazing, although quite difficult. I've done little bit of origami in the past, but my first two attempts at the battle cruiser failed. Some of the folds are just too tight even with a medium-sized square of paper. Only try this one with a big piece of thin gift wrap or material of similar ilk. The bird of prey is quite a bit easier in this respect. I plan to learn this one by heart - producing a Klingon B.of P. from a stray flyer in the pub has to be the ultimate nerd's party trick!
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Summary: Where only the Bold should go
Review: I've been folding for over 30 years, a member of several origami organizations. I found this book to be great far as the model shapes and looks. But some of the models require some moves that have no definite landmarks and it takes several tries to ge the porportions correct so that the model looks right. Also, most of the models expose both sides of the original paper. If you use standard origami paper this results in a half colored model. I didn't find any moves that were super hard, but careful attention must be paid to the text instructions. Overall, I found the book to be inventive, and well presented. If you are not a purist when it comes to origami, you should find this book a good addition to you library.
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Summary: Where only the Bold should go
Review: I've been folding for over 30 years, a member of several origami organizations. I found this book to be great far as the model shapes and looks. But some of the models require some moves that have no definite landmarks and it takes several tries to ge the porportions correct so that the model looks right. Also, most of the models expose both sides of the original paper. If you use standard origami paper this results in a half colored model. I didn't find any moves that were super hard, but careful attention must be paid to the text instructions. Overall, I found the book to be inventive, and well presented. If you are not a purist when it comes to origami, you should find this book a good addition to you library.
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Summary: Definitely not for beginners
Review: If there were an entrance exam for this book, one of the questions would be, "Have you ever folded the inflated frog? Out of a piece of paper about the size of your hand?" If your answer to both were "Yes", then you'll love what the author has brought to the world of Origami. If your answer to either was "No", then you'll have a hard time getting any of the 16 folds to look like your favorite ships from the ST Universe (with the exception of the "Borg Cube" - it's the balloon fold squared-up). The Bad: Some diagrams could have been improved by inserting a few more photos in mid-fold, as certain steps are just plain confusing unless you can see what's going on in 3-D. Also, some crease locations are vague, meaning you'll have to fold a few variations before you get them right. The paper included is just too small to use when first learning these complicated and detailed folds. For example, the two Enterprises pictured on the cover (the 1701-E and the 1701) each require the creasing of so many layers and re-tapering of already small and tapered points that it'll take you more than the 10 included sheets to learn how to get things looking the way they should. Go to your local art store, and purchase 100 sheets of 12x12" (31x31cm) or larger to practice with, before wowing your friends with starships made from the included sheets. I suspect the cover folds were made from sheets of paper substantially larger than those included. The Good: Well ... It's Origami Star Trek! Once you get good at the folds, paper starships the size of 2-3 AAA batteries will drop jaws. Also, the fact that Voyager and even the Enterprise-D from ST:TNG are made of one(!) contiguous sheet of paper will amaze all but expert folders. Verdict: DON'T get this book for a first-time folder. DO get it if you want to add to your already impressive paper folding repertoire.
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Summary: For origami enthusiasts and Trek completists only
Review: If you're an intermediate or advanced fan of origami, you'll enjoy this book. If you're a completist collector who absolutely must have every Trek book published, sure, go ahead, buy it. Aside from that, there's probably not a reason for you to pick up "Star Trek: Paper Universe." It's a clever concept: using origami, create 16 "Star Trek" starships from all the Enterprises to a Klingon cruiser. Ten small sheets of origami paper are included to get you started, and a decent introduction to the basic folds and concepts of paper folding gives you the bare essentials of the craft. The problem is, it really *is* the bare essentials. Even with careful practice, these are complicated and difficult models to make, and may prove frustrating to a beginner. I'm giving this four stars as it's exactly what it promises: a solid and comprehensive guide to creating paper starships. Still, there are a couple minor problems. First, there too few sheets of paper that come with the books, and they're too small to practice on: if you truly wish to make these models (and correctly made, they really are quite impressive!), get yourself a big stack of larger origami paper than comes with the book. A second problem is that even though none of these ship models are beginner-level, some *are* simpler than others. So, rather than dividing the book by theme (Part One is Enterprises, followed by other Federation vessels, followed by alien ships), why not arrange them in order of difficulty? You *should* learn how to make a Borg Cube before attempting an Enterprise-E.
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Summary: Excellent book!!
Review: This book is one of a kind, but if you are going to make the ships, use as he recomend: 'a larger piece of paper', because the paper that comes with the book, is good to practice the basic fold and bases. A great book for origami lovers!!
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Summary: This book has some interesting models
Review: This is a different origami book for sure. I have been folding for about a year and a half and I did not have too much trouble with any of the models so far. It is not for the beginner but all and all it is a new approach to origami with something besides boxes, animals, and birds. When can we see a Star Wars Origami book?
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Summary: This book has some interesting models
Review: This is a different origami book for sure. I have been folding for about a year and a half and I did not have too much trouble with any of the models so far. It is not for the beginner but all and all it is a new approach to origami with something besides boxes, animals, and birds. When can we see a Star Wars Origami book?
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Summary: Definitely not for beginners
Review: This is a great book. It is a little difficult for the beginning Origami artist (like myself). But I found it fun, and you can have endless hours of entertainment doing these models. I have attempted to create one of the models 3 times with no success yet, however I get closer to doing it right every time. If you have patience and enjoy star trek, then get this book. You will love it.
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Summary: Fun but challenging
Review: This is a great book. It is a little difficult for the beginning Origami artist (like myself). But I found it fun, and you can have endless hours of entertainment doing these models. I have attempted to create one of the models 3 times with no success yet, however I get closer to doing it right every time. If you have patience and enjoy star trek, then get this book. You will love it.
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