EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 5 Triangles

EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 5 Triangles

Welcome to EZ3D Pop Ups  Origamic Architecture Lesson 5
Materials needed:  template and scissors

This time we are going to cut flaps that are triangular in shape.  We will have to cut on an angle but all the folding will be horizontal.  In both OA and regular pop-ups, as long as the connecting areas are folded horizontally, most shapes can be cut. (There does come a time when you can no longer use scissors and will have to use a craft knife. But not yet.)  The instructions are on the PDF.  Make sure you don't fold the narrow strips.  Have triangular fun!

See you next time!

Grandma Jean

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EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 4

EZ3D Pop Ups Lesson 4  (5 Boxes Up and Down)

Welcome to Lesson 4!  

I hope you have already downloaded and practiced the previous templates.The instructions for this lesson are basically the same as the others and are found on the template itself.

Cut as straight as you can and make sure you end the cuts at the right spot.  When you are folding a flap that has one side longer than the other, make sure the fold is horizontal with the short end.  Happy Cutting!  Another template is on its way.

Materials needed:  Template and scissors.

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EZ3D Popups Lesson 3

EZ3D Popups  Lesson 3:  Origamic Architecture, Multiple Boxes Graduated Size

Materials needed:  template and scissors                                                                             

Here is our 3rd EZ lesson.  We will be doing the same thing we did in the second lesson, but this time we will cut four boxes of graduated size.

The pattern template will help you create a basic OA and also a basic pop up.  For your personal use, you are welcome to download the template pdf and print it.  For best results, use the pdf file and do not resize it.  If you choose the jpg, you may need to resize and center it on the printing page. Have fun!

 Download the pdf file.                 Download the jpg file. 

Directions: 

• Download and print the template and follow the instructions in the text box. 
• Remember to crease the flap on BOTH sides.
• Press down firmly on a hard surface when creasing the folds.  
• Final creases should be crisp.Practice on computer paper first.  

Cardstock is too expensive to waste. 

When you progress to plain card stock, you will have no problem printing out the template if you have an inkjet or printer.  Some laser printers may not print well on card stock. In that case, print out a paper template and fold it, fold the card stock and then attach the folded template to it. Then cut and fold. 

EZ Lesson 2 Origamic Architecture, Multiple Boxes

EZ3D Origamic Architecture Lesson 2 , Multiple Boxes

Here is our second EZ lesson.  We will be doing the same thing we did in the first lesson, but now we are going to cut multiple boxes instead of just one.

Materials needed:  template and scissors

For your personal use, you are welcome to download the template pdf and print it.  For best results, use the pdf file and do not resize it.  If you choose the jpg, you may need to resize and center it on the printing page.

 Download the pdf file.                 Download the jpg file. 

Directions: 

• Download and print the template and follow the instructions in the text box.
• Remember to crease the flap on BOTH sides.
• Press down firmly on a hard surface when creasing the folds.  Final creases should be crisp.
• Practice on computer paper first.  Cardstock is too expensive to waste. 

When you progress to plain card stock, you will have no problem printing out the template if you have an inkjet or printer.  Some laser printers may not print well on card stock. In that case, print out a paper template and fold it, fold the card stock and then attach the folded template to it. Then cut and fold. 

How to unfold and pop up the pattern.

EZ3D Origamic Architecture/Pop Up Lesson 1, Level 1 (Easy)

EZ3D Origamic Architecture/Pop Up Lesson 1 Level 1 (Easy)

Materials needed:  template and scissors

This template is the first step to learning how to do OA and also a basic pop up.  For your personal use, you are welcome to download the template pdf and print it. For best results, use the pdf file and do not resize it.  If you choose the jpg, you may need to resize and center it on the printing page.

 Download the pdf file.                 Download the jpg file. 

Directions: 

• Download and print the template and follow the instructions in the text box.
• Remember to crease the flap on BOTH sides.
• Press down firmly on a hard surface when creasing the folds.  Final creases should be crisp.
• Practice on computer paper first.  Cardstock is too expensive to waste. 

When you progress to plain card stock, you will have no problem printing out the template if you have an inkjet or printer.  Some laser printers may not print well on card stock. In that case, print out a paper template and fold it, fold the card stock and then attach the folded template to it. Then cut and fold. 

Here are the instructions that are printed in the template text box.

• Fold the paper in half and crease the fold with the grid side up.  
• Make sure the open edge is at the top and the folded edge is at the bottom.
  
• Cut on the solid lines and create a flap. 
• Fold the flap up on the dashed lines and crease.  
• Unfold the flap.  
• Turn the paper over and fold the flap up again and crease. 
• Unfold the flap again.
• Turn the paper over and lay it flat. 
• Slip the bottom 3 fingers of both hands into the slots and lift the flap, then with thumbs and forefingers, pinch and crease the fold so it will fold the opposite way. 
• Put your hands on the outside of the card and gently fold it shut (the grid is on the outside) and firmly crease all the folds.
• Open it up again and the flap will pop up into a rectangular shape.

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Warning:  Printing the pattern smaller will cause the center fold to be off.  Best results are at 100%.

Origamic Architecture Introduction

Origamic Architecture Introduction


A few years ago, while searching for information on origami, I ran across the Origami Resource Center site which offered loads of information on various forms of paper craft.   The Origami Resource Center introduced me to techniques for pop-up cards and books  and Origamic Architecture (OA.)  I was instantly hooked. ( I recommend a visit to this great website. Be prepared to spend a little time there and take advantage of the information,  free downloads and links you find there.)

I learned that Origamic architecture is a newer form of pop-up paper craft created and developed by the late Professor Masahiro Chatani in the early 1980's.   If you have not yet seen OA artwork, please visit the following websites to view some great examples of it on the internet :

• http://ingrid-siliakus.exto.org 
• http://www.papyromania.nl/PaperWorks/index.htm  

• http://www.paperarchitecture.nl/

After gathering lots of legally free patterns/templates from various sites, I bought a craft knife, ruler, a small cutting mat and some card stock and began my journey into the wonderful world of pop-up cards and origamic architecture. Below are some examples of my early works using the patterns of others. 

MUROTO-ZAKI Lighthouse Pattern©2010, Sako K. 
 Model and Photo©2012 Grandma Jean

Pattern@Wilhem Boning (?)
Model and Pattern@2012, Jean Bullock

Pattern@horsey.jp 

Model and Photo©2012, Jean Bullock