Paper Engineering and Pop-ups For Dummies

by Ives, Rob

• ISBN13: 9780470409558
• ISBN10: 047040955X
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-03-03
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

Paper Engineering & Pop-ups For Dummies covers a wide range of projects, from greeting cards to freestanding models. Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and dozens of accompanying diagrams help readers not only to complete the diverse projects in the book, but also master the skills necessary to apply their own creativity and create new projects, beyond the book's pages.

Author Biography

Rob Ives is a renowned paper engineer and paper crafter, having designed everything from mechanical flying pigs to 3-D stars to pop-up holiday cards. He specializes in teaching others how to create their own models by following his succinct step-by-step instructions and diagrams.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Introducing the Magic of Paper Engineering

Unfolding the Mystery of Paper Engineering

Paper - The Essential Ingredient

Making Your Paper-Engineering Workshop Work for You

Putting Everything Together Techniques and Safety Tips

Going Flat Out Commencing with Creative Paper Crafts

Whipping Up Cards and Flyers, from Classy to Crafty

Making a Pop with Your Pop-up

On the Slide Moving Along with Tabs and Wheels

Mixing It Up! Pop-ups, Pull Tabs, and Cross-Fades, All in One

Paper Sculpture and Animation Adding Some 3D Life to Paper

Paper Sculpture 3D Art from Paper or Card

Lights, Cams, Action! Having Fun with Paper Animations

Getting Past the Limitations of Paper in Your Paper Animations

Using Mechanisms to Bring Models to Life

Drafting Your Own Designs and Creations

Developing Your Own Designs

Using Technology to Design Your Own Projects

Making Some Extra Moolah by Selling Your Paper Creations

The Part of Tens

Ten Tips for Perfect Paper Projects

Ten Ways to Develop Your Design Skills

Index

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