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Making Paper Automata - by Rob Ives (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Making Paper Automata - by Rob Ives (Paperback)

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Highlights

  • This practical guide explains the full process of designing and making your own automata with paper.
  • About the Author: ROB IVES is a UK-based paper engineer and author.
  • 112 Pages
  • Crafts & Hobbies, Toymaking

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About the Book



Structures - explains how boxes, linkages, supports and other fixed parts are made Mechanisms - introduces a variety of techniques that can be used to create unique and interesting movements Characters - suggests how to design and make characters from paper including animals, people and anthropomorphised everyday objects



Book Synopsis



This practical guide explains the full process of designing and making your own automata with paper. Packed with advice and encouragement, it features an irresistible selection of finished examples to give you inspiration and shows you how to breathe life into mechanical characters. Its clear instruction and delightful ideas will be enjoyed by anyone armed with a pair of scissors and a creative imagination.



About the Author



ROB IVES is a UK-based paper engineer and author. Originally a classroom teacher, he now works full time as a designer and regularly visits schools to run workshops on design technology
Dimensions (Overall): 9.4 Inches (H) x 6.7 Inches (W) x .5 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 112
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
Sub-Genre: Toymaking
Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: Rob Ives
Language: English
Street Date: November 25, 2025
TCIN: 1009224875
UPC: 9780719844874
Item Number (DPCI): 247-15-4412
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.5 inches length x 6.7 inches width x 9.4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.6 pounds
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