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 ORIGAMI

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Origami is the art of paper folding. The name originates from the Japanese Oru, to fold and Kami, paper, (folding paper). Origami is undertaken alone to entertain others, to create imaginative structures or to increase the strength of the paper.

Popularity
Originating in Japan, Origami is now popularly practised in homes around the world.

Location
Origami is an indoor activity, that can be followed anywhere. From the privacy of your own home, for your own entertainment, to a public stage, entertaining many.

Age
There are many books of patterns, that may be followed, suitable for children from around the age of five years to advanced patters that will satisfy the most experienced origami folding adult.

Ability
Nimble fingers are the greatest asset a prospective origami folder can posses, along with the ability to follow detailed written instructions.

Description
Origami only uses a small number of different folds, but they can be combined in a variety of ways to make intricate designs. In general, these designs begin with a square sheet of paper, whose sides may be of different colors, and usually proceed without any need to cut or fasten the paper. Different finished textures may be obtained by using different materials such as foil and tissue paper. Origami is very much an activity of experimental techniques.

Dedication
Objects can be made ranging from simple paper hats to cups and vessels that hold water, to model animals. Paper may also be folded to make structures of great strength, that will confound the most sceptical of onlooker. To achieve results that will impress others takes much practice, as well as a sense of stage presentation.

Potential
Origami enthusiasts enthrall and amaze audiences of all ages with their imaginative skills, transforming a seemingly ordinary piece of paper into a creation of beauty in seconds. Many experienced in origami, have made careers from the art.

Cost
Origami is an activity of very low cost, sheets of paper can be purchased for as little as ten pence each.

Level of Demand
The table below shows the maximum levels of demand that this activity requires. NOTE: These are not entry levels or levels of requirement and has nothing to do with ability.

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