Origami Paper Hokusai Prints - Large 8 1/4

Fold unique origami projects using woodblock prints by one of Japan's greatest artists of all time.

Origami Paper Hokusai Prints is a new set of folding papers which will add beauty and authenticity to your folded origami models and papercraft projects. An 8-page insert with folding instructions is included so that folders can get started right away.

This origami paper pack includes:

• 48 sheets of high-quality origami paper
• Double-sided color
• Large 8 1/4'' squares
• Origami basics introduction
• Folding techniques
• Instructions for 6 projects

The famous Japanese artist, painter, and printmaker, Katsushika Hokusai (1760 - 1849), is best known for his woodblock print series, "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji," from which this collection is drawn in part. The beautiful ukiyo-e prints ("pictures of the floating world") chosen for this paper pack boast flowing outlines and colorful forms. This collection features 8 unique, full-color reproductions of woodblock print masterpieces that are complimented by accent colors on the reverse, and are perfect for origami folding, gift wrapping and scrapbooking applications.

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