Last year I found intricately folded books tucked into displays in several antiques shops
around North Carolina. I took some time to look at how they were fashioned, photographed
some, then came home and made a couple of my own. It was fun and not too difficult,
book store.
Above is a very simple folding job - my first ever and something even
children might enjoy creating.
children might enjoy creating.
The reason for another post on folding are the following books. In June, I found
these amazing creations displayed in the window of a small gallery in a
Copenhagen, Denmark side street as we were strolling off the main
thoroughfares during our day in the lovely city.
these amazing creations displayed in the window of a small gallery in a
Copenhagen, Denmark side street as we were strolling off the main
thoroughfares during our day in the lovely city.
I think you will agree that this artist has brought paper folding to another
level with these folded books - I think they are truly awesome.
The one above is my personal favorite and I think I will have to try
my hand at creating something similar.
I photographed these through the window. I like the idea of framing folded books
and hanging them on the wall for a three dimensional piece of art.
My folded books and vintage books.
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They are fabulous. I would love to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteYour folded books add a lot of texture and character to your vignettes. The Danish books are so intricate - beautifully done and I know that you are up to the challenge!
ReplyDeleteMary, I recently attended an exhibit of a local artist who does folded pages. Take a look at this work: http://www.galleryshoalcreek.com/artists/hawkins.html
ReplyDeleteI've not tried my hand at this, but would like to. Thanks for the link to the tutorial. Your folded books are awesome.
OK and I didn't need another "to do" thing on my list (smiling)!
ReplyDeleteI love them. Wow! And I have a couple books that would work
so well. Maybe something to do in the Fall.
This is fascinating! I have to look at the link. A real work of art!
ReplyDeleteJane xx
They are quite beautiful, aren't they? I wouldn't be good at such a craft, but The Great Dane is quite adept at origami and in Danish paper-folding, so might just like to try this out. I will have to show him this post.
ReplyDeleteI'm loving your favourite too Mary. These would be a great accent for December. (Do you see how I don't actually mention the X word until the Autumn) Love your version, you are so clever, I'll take a hundred please;)
ReplyDeleteThose are amazing Mary. I am looking forward to seeing more of your foldings.
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Penny
How very creative and lovely! You did a great job on yours. Best wishes, Tammy
ReplyDeleteInteresting - and so complicated looking. Looks like book origami.
ReplyDeleteThese are fascinating and lovely!
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