The illustrated step-by-step guide to making pop-ups & novelty cards : a how-to guide to the art of paper engineering / Trish Phillips & Ann Montanaro.

Includes index.

This is a how-to guide to the art of paper engineering, featuring over 100 techniques and projects shown in 1000 fantastic photographs and illustrations. Learn the mechanics of pop-ups and be inspired to create your own individual cards, gifts and books. This title provides a history of paper engineering and inspirational gallery pages featuring work from the best pop-up artists. It includes tips on choosing appropriate paper and a comprehensive guide to materials and basic techniques. It features pop-up projects of every level, from simple cards to more complex architectural designs. This fantastic new book begins with an exploration of the history of pop-ups by expert Ann Montanaro, charting their many uses over the centuries. Following an informative section on materials and techniques, over 100 pop-up techniques and projects are shown step by step, with a photograph of each finished item to ensure perfect results every time. The projects are designed by paper engineer Trish Phillips and divided by their skill level, beginning with basic pop-up mechanisms and progressing on to more complex paper engineering, involving pivots, layers and tab pulls. The techniques behind each project are clearly explained, allowing you to create your own designs. All the necessary information is provided to teach you how to make your own unique pop-ups, with over 1000 photographs and illustrations.