John Derian Wrapping Paper & Gift Tags Review

For beautifully wrapped presents! This is John Derian Wrapping Paper & Gift Tags. It features twelve sheets of stunning wrapping paper and twelve matching gift tags in a handy book format. This assortment of images has been handpicked from Derian's outstanding collection of old and rare books. Samples of all twelve designs are shown on the cover. I adore the selection. It includes shells, coral, a wave pattern, ship and more. The range of patterns is suited to a variety of occasions. The back of the wrapping paper and gift tags is white. All tags have a small round hole punched for attaching a ribbon, twine etc. The paper is folded into four when it is in the book. To remove simply crease along perforated line, then tear. Each sheet unfolds to a generous 18 7/8 x 25 3/4". Press-out gift tags measure 2 x 3.5". This paper is of the highest quality. I love it's matte finish. It's a thicker gift wrap making it hard to tear. It feels substantial yet is easy to fold. A present wrapped in this impressive paper will cause a rush of excitement to the person who receives it. It's the perfect wrap to keep on hand. You may even use it for something else entirely. There are all kinds of clever ways to use wrapping paper creatively. See sample sheets below. Artisan Books released this book on October 5, 2021. Get your copy below!

DETAILS

12 sheets of wrapping paper 18 7/8" x 25 3/4"

12 matching gift tags 2 x 3.5"

12 designs

Sea shells.

Coral.

Abstract wave pattern.

Tall ship.

I love how my gifts look wrapped in the John Derian paper. I like the contrast of the crisp shell print versus the dreamy wave pattern. The paper was easy to remove from the book. It came out cleanly. It did not tear while I was wrapping my gifts and you cannot see through it. The tape stuck firmly to the paper. 

 This is the sea shell patterned gift wrap. I added some natural colored raffia. 

This is the abstract wave patterned gift wrap. I added a blue ribbon. 

Get your John Derian Wrapping Paper & Gift Tags at Amazon. It's published by Artisan Books, a division of the Workman Publishing Company.

For the Love of Paper: Florals Review & GIVEAWAY

I'm smitten! My crush - For the Love of Paper: Florals: 160 tear-off pages for creating, crafting, and sharing by Lark Crafts! It's the second of three books in the wonderful For the Love of Paper series. All three books share the same exciting concept - a gorgeous collection of removable paper goods in a range of sizes, paper stocks and finishes. This vibrant floral volume is bursting with possibility! It features the original art work of top illustrators from around the world. A mixture of vintage and contemporary floral designs appear on everything for the paper lover. This includes stationery, gift wrap supplies, crafting materials and the like. Plus there a couple of guided projects and fun surprises. Each turn of the page delights and inspires. These versatile papers may be used for different purposes. Personalize or customize to suit your taste, needs or likes. Every page is different - both front and back. All pages are detachable - simply tear along the perforated line. This thoughtfully assembled collection is beautifully showcased and neatly housed in one handy compilation. I will use it all! Publisher Lark Crafts released the 160 page paperback on April 7, 2020. Get your copy below!

Extras include:

4 postcards

4 note cards

4 sheets of stickers: 

1 sheet of circular stickers

1 sheet of die-cut stickers

1 sheet of rectangular labels

1 sheet of washi tape

2 sheets of gift wrap

1 sheet of gift tags

1 small notebook

1 sheet of perforated bookmarks

4 detachable posters measuring 7.5 x 10 inches

1 poster measuring 18 x 24 inches

One of the pretty cards from inside the book. 

Detail on the reverse of card. There is a coordinating pastel envelope. Seal with your choice of floral sticker or washi tape, both are included. This set is perfect for spring or summer.

For the Love of Paper: Florals ISBN-13 : 978-1454711223 is available worldwide on Amazon including Amazon Canada and Amazon USA. Lark Crafts is an imprint of Sterling Publishing. Sterling Publishing has generously offered to giveaway a copy! One winner will be selected at random. Open until April 22, 2021. Canada & USA only. Good luck!

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Origami Animals Super Paper Pack Review

Here's a fun little kit! The Origami Animals Super Paper Pack: Folding Instructions and Paper for Hundreds of Beasts and Birds from the Editors of CPi. It comes complete with a 32-page instruction booklet and a whopping 232 sheets of 6 inch (15 cm) square paper! There are 10 animal designs to fold - from the classic crane to a prehistoric dinosaur. All models begin with the same base and then diverge. The instructions (both text and diagram) are clear and if you take your time you will have no difficulty. There is a fabulous selection of brightly-colored paper. One side has a vibrant pattern, the other a solid color. I like the paper's matte finish. I counted 22 different patterns and about 10 copies of each - making it great for sharing and/or modular folding. The paper comes easily and cleanly off the handy tear-off style pad. The cover below shows some of the origami models and paper designs. So far I've folded the Old Crow and the Sitting Crane enjoyably. It's folding satisfaction for kids and adults! The table of contents is listed below. Creative Publishing international released the 32 page paperback on October 3, 2017. Get your copy below!

C O N T E N T S

Folding the Basic Form

The Flying Crane

The Sitting Crane

The Old Crow

The Sea Lion

The Rooster

 

The Flamingo

The Hummingbird

The Sea Gull

The Flying Dragon

The T-Rex

Symbols Index

The Old Crow I folded from page 8.

The Origami Animals Super Paper Pack ISBN-13 : 978-1589239531 is available worldwide at Creative Publishing international (CPi), a division of the Quarto Publishing Group USA. Check out their unique catalog at Quarry Books. 

Ukiyo-E Bird Prints Origami Paper Review & Giveaway

Ukiyo-e Bird Prints Origami Paper: 48 Sheet - 8 1/4" Square – released April 19, 2016 by Tuttle Publishing. This paper package features 8 breathtaking bird prints reproduced from Japanese woodblocks in the ukiyo-e style of art. These large 8 1/4" squares are perfect for folding this short rectangular box with a lid. I put the stunning bird print on the lid, while the reverse, a rich chocolate brown is on the bottom. Each bird print has a contrasting solid color reverse. Box measures approximately 4" x 2" x 1", perfect for a little something... A booklet with an origami symbols key and instructions for several folding projects is included. This paper folds very well and may also be used for other craft projects. Get your copy below.

Short Rectangular Origami Box instructions at Origami-Club.com

Ukiyo-E Bird Prints Origami Paper is available worldwide at Tuttle Publishing. Check out their unique catalog, rooted in Asian culture, language and history at Tuttle Publishing.

TUTTLE Publishing has generously offered to giveaway a package of Ukiyo-E Bird Prints Origami Paper. One winner will be selected at random. Good luck! Canadian and USA addresses. Until May 9, 2016.

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Mandarin Ducks in Snow

Shoson Ohara (1877-1945)

Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print

Owl on a Flowering Magnolia Branch

Kubo Shunman (1757-1820)

Ukiyo-e Woodblock Print

Origami Flowers Super Paper Pack Review

The lovely Fritillaria is folded out of a single square. The design and paper is from Origami Flowers Super Paper Pack: Folding Instructions and Paper for Hundreds of Blossoms by Maria Noble released November 1, 2015 by Creative Publishing international. Kit includes 232 sheets of vibrantly colored 6" x 6" folding paper, handy tear-off style pad. The matte finished paper squares are boldly patterned on one side with solid color reverses. A 32 page booklet with instructions for folding 10 flowers tucks neatly into the paper pad making the kit highly compact and portable. Get your copy below!

CONTENTS

Tulip

Circle Flower

Kusudama Flower

Sunburst

Lily

Buttonhole

Rose

Forget-Me-Not

Fritillaria

Lotus

Origami Flowers Super Paper Pack is available at Creative Publishing international, a division of Quarto. Creative Publishing international (CPi) is a go-to reference for crafters on core techniques, project instruction, and design inspiration. It focuses on soft crafts and places an emphasis on sewing, quilting, knitting, crochet, beading, and textile arts.

Origami Sparrow Tutorial

This charming design is by Gloria Farison. The pretty turquoise paper is new from Tuttle Publishing! It's easy to fold, comes in 6 assorted patterns and colors that have matching solid colors on the reverse. It's good quality, affordable folding paper. With a clip I've attached a ribbon for hanging. This sweet looking bird measures approximately 5 1/2 x 4 inches. Tutorial below.

Paper pack includes

49 Sheets

6 Assorted patterns/solids

6 3/4 x 6 3/4 Inches

1 Gold foil paper

Instruction booklet

Basic folding techniques

 6 Projects, Simple Swan, Pig, Tortoise, Samurai Helmet, Rowboat, Star Box

Origami Paper PATTERN is available in both my Canadian and USA Amazon Stores and worldwide at Tuttle Publishing. Check out their New and Notable Titles at tuttlepublishing.com/

Tutorial: Origami Sparrow

Origami Box In A Box

This is my new favorite origami box! The clever design by Akiko Yamanashi turns a single sheet of square paper into a rectangular box that slides neatly open to reveal a square box inside. It's perfect for presenting any small gift. This box measures 2.5 x 1.6 x 1 inches. The fabulous paper is Tuttle's double-sided Origami Paper DOTS! I love the vivid colors. This is good quality, affordable folding paper.

Paper pack includes

49 Sheets

6 Assorted dots/dots

6 3/4 x 6 3/4 Inches

1 Gold foil paper

Instruction booklet

Basic folding techniques

Projects

Balloon

Pig

Candy Box

Rowboat

Husky Pup

 Peacock

Origami Paper DOTS is available in both my Canadian and USA Amazon Stores and worldwide at Tuttle Publishing. Check out their New Titles.