Paul Jackson's origami and papercraft books are incredibly popular (he's written more than 40) and today I'm happy to alert you to the release of the Second Edition of Folding Techniques for Designers .   Originally published in 2011, Mr. Jackson says in the preface that this is the book he most always wanted to write. He realized fairly early on in his teaching career that rather than simply showing how to fold a particular model (while that might be fun for the student), it was far more important to teach folding techniques that he or she could then apply to different materials and use in a variety of design applications.   It is the lessons taught in his many Sheet to Form workshops and college courses over the years that make up the contents of this book.     All kinds of folds are demonstrated with drawings and photographs... knife, box, spiral, gathered, accordion, and twisted pleats to spans and parabolas. There is a chapter on boxes and bowls, another on no crease a

Longtime readers might remember just how much I admire the origami paper jewelry that Mayumi Fukuda creates, so you can imagine how pleased I was to learn that she recently filmed a complete origami jewelry course for online how-to powerhouse, Domestika.  

Have you tried collage art? It's an incredibly freeing process because there are no rights or wrongs. After all, simple cutting and gluing are at its core. But if you would like to take your collaging prowess to the next level and beyond, Collage Your Life , a new book by art teacher and collage artist Melanie Mowinski, provides a wealth of ideas, techniques, and inspiring prompts.     

It's time for another paper jewelry post because I've come across more artists who are making such pretty treasures that I don't want to keep them to myself! Enjoy a look at designs created by six talented artisans whose work I hope you'll find as imaginative as I do.   Laura Finestres in Barcelona, Spain creates bracelets like this beauty that is included in her GIRAFFA Collection. Made of paper paste, pigments, acrylic paint, silk, trimmings, and ribbons, it's a true art piece.   And how unique is this Little Garden wrap bracelet? It falls into zero waste and eco-friendly categories as do all of her creations. Reach Laura via her website or send her a direct message on Instagram where she is @ laurafinestres_jewels .   Jessica Mattingly, @jazzi_paper on Instagram, lives in Washington state. Via messages back and forth, I could tell that she thrives on the process of folding paper and enjoys using her skills to create wearable and home accessories that are

Perhaps you're like me... you've come across a store window that's decorated with paper props and you smile while whipping out your phone to snap a picture. If you can relate to this, do I have a treat for you! Have a look at the the colorful paper art created by Florencia Alba in Canada who thoroughly enjoys her job as a paper engineer.    

Anne Louvau of Sonoma County, California has an Instagram feed that draws you in thanks to gorgeous photos of the paper house luminaries she creates, as well as appealing captions. Whenever I spot paper art that's something extra special, chances are it will wind up here on All Things Paper.    As I told Anne, I love coming across people who are doing exceptional work, but haven’t yet attracted a ton of attention. I'm happy to help get the word out about her perfectly made little houses, windmills, schoolhouses and more. Enjoy getting to know Anne.