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<p>Introduction 1</p> <p><b>Part I: Introducing the Magic of Paper Engineering 5</b></p> <p>Chapter 1: Unfolding the Mystery of Paper Engineering 7</p> <p>Chapter 2: Paper — The Essential Ingredient 21</p> <p>Chapter 3: Making Your Paper-Engineering Workshop Work for You 35</p> <p>Chapter 4: Putting Everything Together: Techniques and Safety Tips 47</p> <p><b>Part II: Going Flat Out: Commencing with Creative Paper Crafts 65</b></p> <p>Chapter 5: Whipping Up Cards and Flyers, from Classy to Crafty 67</p> <p>Chapter 6: Making a Pop with Your Pop-up 79</p> <p>Chapter 7: On the Slide: Moving Along with Tabs and Wheels 99</p> <p>Chapter 8: Mixing It Up! Pop-ups, Pull Tabs, and Cross-Fades, All in One 117</p> <p><b>Part III: Paper Sculpture and Animation: Adding Some 3D Life to Paper 131</b></p> <p>Chapter 9: Paper Sculpture: 3D Art from Paper or Card 133</p> <p>Chapter 10: Lights, Cams, Action! Having Fun with Paper Animations 147</p> <p>Chapter 11: Getting Past the Limitations of Paper in Your Paper Animations 163</p> <p>Chapter 12: Using Mechanisms to Bring Models to Life 181</p> <p><b>Part IV: Drafting Your Own Designs and Creations 201</b></p> <p>Chapter 13: Developing Your Own Designs 203</p> <p>Chapter 14: Using Technology to Design Your Own Projects 209</p> <p>Chapter 15: Making Some Extra Moolah by Selling Your Paper Creations 221</p> <p><b>Part V: The Part of Tens 229</b></p> <p>Chapter 16: Ten Tips for Perfect Paper Projects 231</p> <p>Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Develop Your Design Skills 235</p> <p>Index 239</p>

<b>Rob Ives</b> 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.

<p>Get creative with paper projects the whole family will enjoy!</p> <p>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!</p> <ul> <li> <p>Unfold the wonders of paper engineering — understand different papers and projects, review the tools of the trade, and set up your workshop</p> </li> <li> <p>Create classy, crafty greeting cards — choose the right color, make cute cutouts, primp it up with embellishments, and work with decoupage and montage</p> </li> <li> <p>Make eye-popping pop-ups — from layers and photos to pull tabs, crossfades, and multi-page books, master the techniques</p> </li> <li> <p>Add life to your paper — explore the fascinating world of paper sculpture and animation through clever cam models, levers, linkages, and more</p> </li> <li> <p>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</p> </li> </ul> <p>Open the book and find:</p> <ul> <li> <p>The most popular paper engineering crafts, explained step by step</p> </li> <li> <p>All the basic concepts and techniques you need</p> </li> <li> <p>Photos and illustrations to guide you</p> </li> <li> <p>Tips for perfect model making</p> </li> <li> <p>Ways to recycle and reuse materials</p> </li> <li> <p>Tricks for designing with software</p> </li> <li> <p>Paper crafting mistakes to avoid</p> </li> <li> <p>Inspiration for creating your own designs</p> </li> </ul>

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