by freshlyfound | Jan 17, 2012 | christmas, paper craft, recycled
Pulling apart books for the work I do has given me a real appreciation for their construction, page quality, spine strength, etc. I try to save pretty cover pages and have enjoyed making them up into spheres: These 2 were made from pages from a garden...
by freshlyfound | Dec 15, 2011 | book craft, design projects, inspiration, paper craft, recycled, stationery, wedding
Patchworked, printed and stitched book pages – made up into gift wrap. Featuring silhouettes of Dutch lace, ric-rac, etc. Finished size approximately 80 x 60 cm – [32 x 24in]. Ideal [but not exclusive] for wrapping Christmas gifts! Book Print Gift...
by freshlyfound | Sep 12, 2011 | inspiration, paper craft, recycled, stationery, wedding
Monopoly Money Origami! Or perhaps Monopoligami – a tongue twister title I made up for this technique. I couldn’t resist a wad of Monopoly cash on sale at a local charity shop. Traditionally these origami shirts are folded from dollar bills! We think...
by freshlyfound | Jul 19, 2011 | flower projects, recycled, wedding
Fresh Origami Blooms – I love the way that maps translate into blooms – the topographical colours are gentle and appealing – like the lilac heights of the mountains in China and the jagged red veins of the country borders. I am so pleased to...
by freshlyfound | May 20, 2010 | flower craft, flower projects
These swathes of blooms are filling pots and vases in my home. They have the fragrance of freshly folded paper! They are the latest version of my origami flowers! Some of them are made from vintage South African Lantern Magazines [Donated to me by the delightful, now...
