Just a quick post to check in. I'm still teaching online classes at my university, and we'll be doing them for an additional week. I've actually thought all along that we might have to do them online for the entire semester; let's wait and see. Spring is coming quickly to South Korea and people are… Continue reading Spring, social distancing, and an origami cocker spaniel
Tag: origami
More progress with the Spice Market project and doll
Just checking in to share where I'm at with a few of my long-term projects. I have been crafting a bit more slowly recently, since I am officially back to work. Because of the Covid-19 issue, I've had to revamp all my lessons to go online for the foreseeable future - so I am plenty… Continue reading More progress with the Spice Market project and doll
Potpourri of crafty updates: origami and crochet stuff
If you have the idea that I'm working on several craft projects simultaneously, you would be correct. That's normal for me and crafts. I'm not sure why, though, because at my job or with people, I am focused and steadfast. Since coming back from Japan, I've done a bit more origami, and organized my huge… Continue reading Potpourri of crafty updates: origami and crochet stuff
Adventures in origami: some places to visit in Tokyo
This week in Tokyo has been a whirlwind of discovery and delight in Japanese handicrafts, particularly paper and paper folding. There are so many places to learn more about origami and find amazing materials. One of these places is Ochanomizu Origami Kaikan, in the heart of Tokyo, near the Kanda-Myojin Shrine. PHOTO: Storefront of Origami… Continue reading Adventures in origami: some places to visit in Tokyo
New origami to love: Duck
Working with paper is always close to my heart, even if I sometimes get absorbed in my stitching projects and don't spend time with paper for a few weeks. You can see a few examples of my paper makes in previous posts, here, here, and here. Yesterday evening I pulled out some wonderful foil papers… Continue reading New origami to love: Duck
Tokyo bound in February
In about 10 days, I’ll be on my way to Tokyo, Japan for sightseeing, shopping, and plenty of cultural immersion. This will be my second trip to Tokyo, and my sixth visit to Japan. It's been about 8 1/2 years since I last visited Tokyo, but I have great memories of many iconic sights, including… Continue reading Tokyo bound in February
Kirigami snowflakes
I had the sudden urge this morning to make some paper snowflakes, the way I used to as a kid. Luckily I have loads of beautiful origami paper in white and wintry colors to play with! Kirigami is a Japanese word that describes this kind of craft - "kiri" = cut, and "gami" = paper.… Continue reading Kirigami snowflakes
Favorite makes of 2019: Paper edition
The year is quickly coming to a close, and I thought to share just a few paper makes that brought me much joy and some challenge. I've always enjoyed playing with paper. Wrapping gifts has never been a chore for me. I discovered the world of origami when I was about 18 years old, and… Continue reading Favorite makes of 2019: Paper edition
Toying with paper
The two craft materials I collect and love the most are yarn and paper. But really, paper is my first love. I was that weird kid (still am) who liked going into office supply stores and just looking around. Then I grew up and discovered the wonderful world of origami, and began a real paper… Continue reading Toying with paper
Welcome! Please sit in the comfy chair…
"The home should be the treasure chest of living."Le Corbusier Crochet V-stitch swatch. Doin' it "for the love." Welcome to my new blog and extension of home, The Frill Seeker. Please make yourself comfortable, pull up a comfy chair, let me pour you some tea (or a cocktail). Think of this space like a corner… Continue reading Welcome! Please sit in the comfy chair…
