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Start your review of Dogs in Origami: 30 Breeds from Terriers to Hounds

I adored origami when I was growing up. My interest faded until recently when I binge watched Prison Break. For some mysterious reason as I gazed into Wentworth Miller's ~~soul~~ eyes for hours my interest in origami grew once more. 😍

Needless to say, I've seen so many origami books recently and the animal ones in particular have been ... interesting. They'll have the title saying the next project is a pig. The paper will be pink and there'll be lots of folds and glue and all of this intricate work, then they show you the final product. I then look at the final photograph of their masterpiece and I'll be thinking, 'That's a pig??? Okay ... If you say so ...' 🤔

Not so with Dogs in Origami. The final products actually look like dogs and not only that, they look like the actual breed they're supposed to be. Even at glance on the cover image you can identify the types of dogs they are - without captions!

Varying in complexity from intermediate to complex, you get step by step coloured pictures to make 31 projects (30 dog breeds) that progress in difficulty throughout the book. Each project only requires one square-sheet and you don't need to cut or glue anything.

My personal favourites in each chapter are the Beagle, Scottish Terrier (I have two favourites in Chapter 1), Basset Hound, Bull Terrier, Boxer and Labrador Retriever, but they're all amazing and so creative. I admire people who can make something artistic out of practically nothing.

Maybe I should start on the 'I can't believe that's a pig' before I move on to the intermediate Beagle unless I want my Beagle to look like it crawled out of Stephen King's Pet Sematary. Hmm ... Now that's an interesting Halloween idea ...

I loved this book and look forward to my dogs looking like dogs in the nearish future. I really want to check out more of John Montroll's books. This man is an origami genius!

I received a copy of this book from NetGalley (thank you so much to NetGalley and Dover Publications for the opportunity) in exchange for honest feedback.

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Oct 12, 2017 Critterbee❇ rated it really liked it

Origami is so hot right now, and we have had a lot of origami programs at the library. Every week, people ask where our origami section is, and sometimes we talk about different techniques and projects. I have not seen a Dog Origami book yet, and this one looks great!

The explanations of different folds and techniques are well illustrated and precise. There are patterns for many different breeds of dogs, some of which MIGHT be able to be used for multiple dog breeds (English Foxhound, Bernese Mountain Dog, Field Spaniel) and some that are def a specific breed (Dachshund, Corgi, Giant Schnauzer).

There are many steps to each pattern, so this might be challenging for beginners. The book is suitable for beginners, though, because of the descriptive directions and illustrations.

The only negative is, well I have pugs, and there was no pug pattern. It might be that there is no way to make a pug pattern for origami, but I was still disappointed. Or, perhaps they will have a second book with additional breeds. There are hundreds of dog breeds, and only about 30ish featured in this book. So I am hoping for a book 2 (at least).

We certainly need this in our library system. It would also be a great gift book, along with a stack of origami paper.

Highly Recommended.

*eARC Netgalley*

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This fun origami title is perfect for a dog lover. These were all new ideas for me so I would say that the book is unique and creative. The illustrations are well done and explain very thoroughly in step-by-step fashion how to craft each design. The short history of the breed and the notes regarding design are a nice touch.

I received an ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Dec 15, 2017 Andrea rated it it was amazing

I've been folding origami for over 45 years and I'm already very familiar with Montroll's work and books. I have several of his in my vast collection already. The first thing I will draw your attention to is that this is definitely NOT for a beginner. Even the simplest of models in this book would prove too difficult for someone who had not already mastered the basics and had some experience of paper folding. The book states that the models progress from intermediate to complex, though none are I've been folding origami for over 45 years and I'm already very familiar with Montroll's work and books. I have several of his in my vast collection already. The first thing I will draw your attention to is that this is definitely NOT for a beginner. Even the simplest of models in this book would prove too difficult for someone who had not already mastered the basics and had some experience of paper folding. The book states that the models progress from intermediate to complex, though none are very complex. I would agree with this.

John Montroll has designed and created some excellent models. Each model is shown in step-by-step written instruction, alongside computer generated diagrams. There is a photograph of a completed model against each one too.

All in all a smashing book to add to anyone's origami collection.

Many thanks to Netgalley for providing me with this ARC, for which I have given a voluntary and unbiased review.

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Nov 06, 2017 Ryan rated it liked it

I am never going to be able to make one of these dogs. I tried, but I am no Origami expert. There is 30 different breads and many are vary similar, and if the author didn't tell you which was which I don't think I would have known. All instructional pictures are illustrations, with one completed real picture for each project. That's okay, but I wish there were more real pictures with real paper. It would have also been nice if there was a real example of the bread represented in the origami. I am never going to be able to make one of these dogs. I tried, but I am no Origami expert. There is 30 different breads and many are vary similar, and if the author didn't tell you which was which I don't think I would have known. All instructional pictures are illustrations, with one completed real picture for each project. That's okay, but I wish there were more real pictures with real paper. It would have also been nice if there was a real example of the bread represented in the origami. ...more

Dec 09, 2017 Annie rated it really liked it

Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.

Dogs in Origami by John Montroll published by Dover contains exactly what is on the cover, 30 tutorials for origami dogs of a surprisingly broad range. The book is 128 pages, paperback format, and Dover's usual quality.

Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.

The book begins with a good introduction including the basic folds and symbols. The introduction takes up about 10% of the page content. The following chapters are well illustrated tutorials, one for each dog breed. It's amazing to me that the sculptures really -do- look like the breeds they represent. The bull terrier looks like a bull terrier, the Scottish terrier really looks like a scotty. (That might be a bit of a 'duh' moment for most readers, but am still amazed that it's possible to get as much nuance of stance and feature in a one color origami sculpture).

The tutorials are aimed at the intermediate to advanced origamist, though I managed to follow two of the diagrams without much trouble and I would call myself a moderately keen beginner.

I could definitely see this being a really fun activity with family or friends, and it would make a great gift along with a pack of paper.

Classic and fun. Origami is a great mindfulness training exercise.

Four stars

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher.

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Jan 01, 2018 Susan rated it really liked it

I have done origami off and on since childhood. My skills are quite rusty, despite folding many small boxes for presents and holidays. I found that this book was definitely for an intermediate or advanced folder. I tried a number of the models, but didn't manage to successfully complete one that even slightly resembled the photograph. I did notice that some of the structures were similar with changes occurring as the model progressed. The folding diagrams were fairly good, although sometimes it I have done origami off and on since childhood. My skills are quite rusty, despite folding many small boxes for presents and holidays. I found that this book was definitely for an intermediate or advanced folder. I tried a number of the models, but didn't manage to successfully complete one that even slightly resembled the photograph. I did notice that some of the structures were similar with changes occurring as the model progressed. The folding diagrams were fairly good, although sometimes it was a little difficult to tell how a fold should go. I was disappointed that some of the more common breeds were not represented. Overall, this is a very nice book for dog-lovers who really know their origami folding. Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for this advanced readers copy. ...more

Jan 05, 2018 DenXXX rated it it was ok

I am reviewing this book for John Montroll, Dover Publications and NetGalley who gave me a copy of their book for an honest review.
I wasdisappointed in this book. The concept of being able to create 30 origami dogs appealed to me and I was planning on a display in the classroom but my copy (maybe because it was a digital copy) didn't have clear instructions on how to make the dogs. I did have a go but soon stopped as i had no idea what I was doing and I m not a beginner in origami as I often do I am reviewing this book for John Montroll, Dover Publications and NetGalley who gave me a copy of their book for an honest review.
I wasdisappointed in this book. The concept of being able to create 30 origami dogs appealed to me and I was planning on a display in the classroom but my copy (maybe because it was a digital copy) didn't have clear instructions on how to make the dogs. I did have a go but soon stopped as i had no idea what I was doing and I m not a beginner in origami as I often do it with different youth groups.
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Dec 12, 2017 Laura rated it really liked it

These wonderful paper creations will be as enjoyable to fold as they are to look at if you have mastered a few basics first. Those basics are covered at the front of the book. I suggest you practice them a few times before attempting your main project.
There are enough variations covered that I am sure you will find several you can comfortably do.
I am not skilled in origami so I had a friend make a couple for me.
If you like dogs, have a crafty friend, and want to be amazed, this is a great book. These wonderful paper creations will be as enjoyable to fold as they are to look at if you have mastered a few basics first. Those basics are covered at the front of the book. I suggest you practice them a few times before attempting your main project.
There are enough variations covered that I am sure you will find several you can comfortably do.
I am not skilled in origami so I had a friend make a couple for me.
If you like dogs, have a crafty friend, and want to be amazed, this is a great book.

I did receive a digital copy via Netgalley but will be purchasing a print copy.

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Jan 27, 2018 Ann rated it really liked it

If you're an origami fan and a dog lover this is the perfect book. It has 30 patterns that range from easy to difficult. Each pattern is illustrated and has step by step instructions. A brief history of the dog breed accompanies the picture. Probably not for the beginner folder.

Sep 16, 2018 Khin Win rated it it was amazing

I love folding origami dogs.I recommend all my friends who love origami.

*I read a digital ARC of this title from the publisher via NetGalley.

If you like dogs you will like this book. This book has detailed instructions on each fold needed to make each of the 30 dogs in this book. I tried my hand at a few and was able to it.....but mine were not as beautiful as the ones in the book. I have always been curious about origami, this is my first time trying it though. Overall I enjoyed this book and I think I found a new hobby. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from Netgalley.

Dec 22, 2017 Camille rated it really liked it

My whole repertoire of origami skills consists in a jumping frog, a paper hat and a 3D star. Which I haven't actually made in years so I don't remember how to make them. When I saw this book on NetGalley I thought, cool, I'll try that, it looks fun.

The book itself is very good, there is a section at first that explains the folds, although I think the explanations could have been a tad more detailed. What is great is the variety of models one can make, I found that quite interesting. So, if you l

It needs to be said that the level of skills required for the easiest dogs is intermediate, which I didn't realise before I started trying it myself. And what I found out is that I am hopeless. I'm going to be a good sport and show you my own take on the beagle.

On the left, the beagle as it's supposed to look like. On the right, the frankendog I created.

On a positive note, Mr Toddler loved my attempt and claimed it as his own as soon as he saw it. Don't let my hopelessness discourage you though, I'm notorious at not being very good at practical things. It's a nice book!

Disclaimer : I received a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Thanks to NetGalley and Dover Publications.

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