Snowflake

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This is designed by Dennis Walker, with diagrams found in:

http://www.prospero78.freeserve.co.uk/diagrams/snowflake1.gif
http://www.prospero78.freeserve.co.uk/diagrams/snowflake2.gif

with video tutorial by Sara Adams in happyfolding.com

This is a very nice decoration to garnish your home or gifts with in the holidays! (Too bad it does not snow where I live, though. Crap.) The best paper to use in this model is semi-translucent paper (like tracing paper, if your tracing paper is not like what I have here which is so hard to cut and make genderless folds with). Make sure to use paper not TOO thin, but not TOO thick either. There are parts where the model gets too stuffy to fold, and parts where it's vulnerable to ripping its ass off. Even though it looks complex, it is actually easy to intermediate, I guess.

Well, since I cannot find my tracing paper (how many days did I not post?) I used the closest kind to tracing paper: Parchment. It is the type of paper used for the diplomas you love so much and hang it on your favorite wall spot. The paper in the photos above is Parchment. But, as you can see, the pattern is not really evident even when backed up with black paper. When you use tracing paper, it will show more. (I should have bought some, but right now I'm busy buying gifts for my friends...especially the demanding witches...).

Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays!

-ABonymous-

Flower For Rose

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This is the "Flower for Rose" designed by Darren Scott with diagrams found in "Everything Origami" (Matthew Gardiner). In my place it is somehow reminiscent of a type of Capiz-made lanterns (Capiz lanterns are shaped like stars supplied with lights that blink with a light interval, forming different light patterns). It is also somehow almost a common design in greeting cards.

Happy Holidays!

-ABonymous-

Pine Cone

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Good evening! This is an origami Pine Cone designed by David Petty (RIP). I decided to put this in the list since (where I live) pine cones are frequent decorations in Christmas occasions. In my place, the townsfolk paint the cones, stick them with mistletoe leaves and berries, and tie them around the house, with wreaths, or use them as a bouquet for a centerpiece of a table. But there's one problem: there are no pine trees in my place, which is tropical. The only good place for pine trees to grow is in Baguio City, a city way up in the mountains.

So, I decided to include this in the list since people who live in tropical areas can make such models without toiling to get some in the temperate regions (but anyone can still make it!). It's a pretty simple model, with a video tutorial done by Origami Nut (http://www.origaminut.com/58/pine-cone) with diagrams at http://www.davidpetty.me.uk/petty_work/pcone1.htm.But, I guess it's still ok to buy some, right? :D

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

-ABonymous-

Sonobe Unit Polyhedra

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These polyhedric models made of the unit are only four of the COUNTLESS ways on how you can make a model from this unit!

The Sonobe Unit, designed by Mitsunobu Sonobe, is so common that it doesn't have to be published in any book. You can find the diagrams scattered all over the Internet like how Jejemasters are scattered around my neighborhood. (I feel sorry for my neighbors). Permission from him is still required in order to post diagrams on public, though.

Now how is this related to Christmas and it is number 7 on our countdown? SO MANY reasons! Christmas Balls, decorations for your Christmas tree, and many more. You can even build a polyhedron shaped like a pine tree from this unit! (I just don't know how...but it's possible, right?) You can use large units made from wrapping paper and since the models are hollow, you can use the units to wrap a gift for your friends, family, and anyone who is not your enemy...

Happy Holidays!

-ABonymous-

Star Clarissa

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This is Star Clarissa or Stern Clarissa (German) design by Carmen Sprung with diagrams in Origami: 21 Sterne.

The model uses 8 units, and is a GREAT model for Christmas! Use Christmas-themed colors (like red and green) on paper and make them into a wreath!

Happy Holidays!

-ABonymous

Star Franziska

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Now the 9th model for our countdown: Franziska Star or Stern Franziska, designed by Carmen Sprung with diagrams published in "Origami: 21 Sterne".

The star in the photos is made from 6 units. You may choose from 5 to 8 units. (I just find the 6-unit star cute...hahaha)

Stella Pitti

PS Note: It has already been a LONG TIME ever since I have posted :P Here is why:
1. Me and my group mates went to Japan to participate in the 2014 Asian International Children's Film Festival to present the Philippines (our film was chosen and it was a privilege!)
2. My pointing finger of my right hand got rotten on the upper part and I had it operated on. Right now I am still taking medications. (It was painful as hell...but of course not as painful as giving birth to a donkey...maybe).
3. SCHOOLWORKS and ASSIGNMENTS....took me AT LEAST A WEEK to finish them all...

Well now you know my rise and eventual fall...2 times....ahahaha

Well, starting with this post, we are starting the 10 DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS! In this blog, there will be a countdown with December 15 (today) being number 10 and December 24 (Wednesday) being number 1, with one origami model per day (and can be used as a Christmas decoration or something). Then on December 25 there will be a SUPER SPECIAL POST dedicated to Christmas !


Let the countdown BEGIN!

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This is Stella Pitti (I don't know where he got the name either), designed by Francesco Mancini, with the diagrams published in a booklet named "Mancinerie" (which is also his screen name). But, when you do not have enough money to buy the booklet, fear not! (wut) I found video instructions by Sara Adams on this model posted on Youtube, and it is through that video I learned making it. A cute model to go with any Christmas Tree! (Especially with foil paper, though I haven't tried it yet)

What do you think is featured as number 9 in the countdown?

Happy Holidays!

--ABonymous--