Origami crane

In the late 1700s in Japan, one of the first books on origami was published with the title, “How to Fold 1,000 Cranes.” The easy-to-follow directions and beautiful end result ensure the continuing popularity of the origami crane. When one thinks of the art of Origami, the crane is the traditional symbol of this art of paper folding.

The crane has long been a symbol in Asian cultures representing good health, longevity, truth and fidelity. The regal, upright carriage of these elegant birds reflects their dignified status as the noble birds most worthy of serving as messengers to the ancient immortals.

 As a result, the origami crane also became a powerful symbol for loyalty, nobility, and beauty. According to Japanese tradition, anyone with the patience and commitment to fold 1,000 paper cranes will be granted their most desired wish, because they have exhibited the cranes’ loyalty and recreated their beauty.

Nya Ideen/New Ideas/Uus idee

Ny idé att göra modulär origami örhängen.

New teknik to do modular origami earrings.

Proovisin uut tehniktat - päris huvitav :)

Spring in the air/Våren i luften/Kevade hõngu on tundaõhus..

Butterfly/Fjäril/Liblikad

Starting the Year 2015..

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made from paper i am..

Model: Chris Alexander, Star Wars Origami

Origami Smaug Dragon from the Hobbit or Saphira from Eragon!

Like anything else also in origamis practice makes perfect. This model was one of my favorite  for long-long time, -   and  yes - I have practice-models of dragons which doesn't look like dragons at all.. :)
One of my favorite origami-master Chris Alexander says that "If in the beginning your models are not coming out the way they should, don't worry.. Crumple it up, tell everyone its a piece of the exploded Death Star, and try again:)