Paper Engineering and Pop-ups For Dummies

Get creative with paper projects the whole family will enjoy!

Are you passionate about paper crafts? This fun, easy-to-follow guide is packed with a wide range of projects that use simple techniques and tools. Step-by-step directions and diagrams show you how to make eye-catching cards, animated models, pop-ups, and much more. Plus, you'll take your paper engineering skills to the next level as you learn to invent your own unique creations!

• Unfold the wonders of paper engineering — understand different papers and projects, review the tools of the trade, and set up your workshop

• Create classy, crafty greeting cards — choose the right color, make cute cutouts, primp it up with embellishments, and work with decoupage and montage

• Make eye-popping pop-ups — from layers and photos to pull tabs, crossfades, and multi-page books, master the techniques

• Add life to your paper — explore the fascinating world of paper sculpture and animation through clever cam models, levers, linkages, and more

• Draft your own designs and creations — develop your ideas, make the transition from sketch to model, enhance your designs with color, and use your computer to help

Open the book and find:

• The most popular paper engineering crafts, explained step by step

• All the basic concepts and techniques you need

• Photos and illustrations to guide you

• Tips for perfect model making

• Ways to recycle and reuse materials

• Tricks for designing with software

• Paper crafting mistakes to avoid

• Inspiration for creating your own designs