--- product_id: 48994606 title: "Origami to Astonish and Amuse: Over 400 Original Models, Including Such Classics as the Chocolate-Covered Ant, the Transvestite Puppet, the Invisible Duck, and Many More!" price: "S$46" currency: SGD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/48994606-origami-to-astonish-and-amuse-over-400-original-models-including store_origin: SG region: Singapore --- # Entertaining, creative folding style 400+ unique origami models Swiss Army knife & nail clipper folds Origami to Astonish and Amuse: Over 400 Original Models, Including Such Classics as the Chocolate-Covered Ant, the Transvestite Puppet, the Invisible Duck, and Many More! **Price:** S$46 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎉 Fold beyond the ordinary — amaze, amuse, and own the art of paper mastery! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Origami to Astonish and Amuse: Over 400 Original Models, Including Such Classics as the Chocolate-Covered Ant, the Transvestite Puppet, the Invisible Duck, and Many More! - **How much does it cost?** S$46 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/48994606-origami-to-astonish-and-amuse-over-400-original-models-including) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Elevate Your Origami Game:** Perfect for intermediate folders ready to challenge precision and creativity beyond beginner basics. - • **Join a Creative Community:** Follow origami legend Jeremy Shafer’s style and connect with a vibrant, inspired network of paper artists. - • **Craft Functional Paper Art:** Create astonishingly realistic models like a working Swiss Army knife and nail clippers that wow your peers. - • **Master 400+ Original Models:** Dive into an unmatched collection of intricate and playful paper designs that set you apart from casual folders. - • **Unique Entertainer’s Approach:** Experience origami instructions infused with humor and flair, making every fold a delightful journey. ## Overview Origami to Astonish and Amuse offers over 400 original and cleverly designed paper folding models, including functional creations like a Swiss Army knife and nail clippers. Crafted by entertainer Jeremy Shafer, this book blends humor with advanced techniques, making it ideal for intermediate origami enthusiasts eager to impress and innovate. Highly rated and uniquely entertaining, it’s a must-have for anyone serious about elevating their paper folding craft. ## Description This work shows the reader how to experiment with paper, from making simple folds to unique designs such as the Swiss Army knife that really opens up and includes two knives and a screwdriver, and the nail clippers that are amazingly realistic when made of foil paper Review: Mr Shafer certainly amuses me! - As an experienced paper folder [been at it for 50 years of my life!] I feel I am able to offer a few words here. The book is created by an entertainer and the content is in the style of an entertainment rather than the drier style usually employed. The projects are fun to make and wonderfully illustrated ... however I would not advise this as your first ever book on origami! You need to be able to judge what sort of paper and what thickness will work better with which model and be able to work with a lot more precision than that of the complete beginner - but as it is the best value for money you will ever see it is worth buying this and keeping it until you are ready for it. It is just 'that' good! I cannot imagine any collection of books about origami to be complete without this work. There is so much that cannot be found anywhare else presented in a unique style. I was Astonished and I was Amused - and for the price these days, this was a 'must have' for me! Review: Great book for anyone who likes origami - The book has plenty of fun models, lots of easy ones quick to make and to show off to your friends, and lots of harder models to challenge yourself and really amaze people. The instructions are clear and precise. I'd recommend this book to anyone. This book helps you realise the vast amount of things that can be made out of a single sheet of paper. I also used some of the techniques used in this book to create 2 of my own origami creations; a smiley face mask and a tribal thing you can wear on your nose! Jeremy Shafer is a legend and everyone should check out his youtube channel for more great models :) ## Features - Origami to Astonish and Amuse: Over 400 Original Models, Including Such "Classics. as the Chocolate-Covered Ant, the Transvestite Puppet, the Invisib - Product type: ABIS BOOK - Brand: St. Martin's Griffin ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 772,361 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 454 in Paper Folding & Origami 91,539 in Arts & Photography (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 319 Reviews | ## Images ![Origami to Astonish and Amuse: Over 400 Original Models, Including Such Classics as the Chocolate-Covered Ant, the Transvestite Puppet, the Invisible Duck, and Many More! - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/714H-1noyoL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mr Shafer certainly amuses me! *by P***S on 13 February 2011* As an experienced paper folder [been at it for 50 years of my life!] I feel I am able to offer a few words here. The book is created by an entertainer and the content is in the style of an entertainment rather than the drier style usually employed. The projects are fun to make and wonderfully illustrated ... however I would not advise this as your first ever book on origami! You need to be able to judge what sort of paper and what thickness will work better with which model and be able to work with a lot more precision than that of the complete beginner - but as it is the best value for money you will ever see it is worth buying this and keeping it until you are ready for it. It is just 'that' good! I cannot imagine any collection of books about origami to be complete without this work. There is so much that cannot be found anywhare else presented in a unique style. I was Astonished and I was Amused - and for the price these days, this was a 'must have' for me! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book for anyone who likes origami *by A***R on 11 September 2013* The book has plenty of fun models, lots of easy ones quick to make and to show off to your friends, and lots of harder models to challenge yourself and really amaze people. The instructions are clear and precise. I'd recommend this book to anyone. This book helps you realise the vast amount of things that can be made out of a single sheet of paper. I also used some of the techniques used in this book to create 2 of my own origami creations; a smiley face mask and a tribal thing you can wear on your nose! Jeremy Shafer is a legend and everyone should check out his youtube channel for more great models :) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing! *by A***X on 1 April 2012* I got this for my son (age 9) who had developed a fascination with origami. The models range in difficulty from easy to impossible, and they're all so much fun that we were both quickly improving our skills by trying more and more ambitious designs. Really addictive, and super fun for the whole family. My favourite is still the 'interlocking rings' - simple to fold and great to astonish people with. (It's not easy to get decent paper here in the UK, I've noticed, even on line. We found some of reasonable quality at an art shop, and of course Bookends in London (Exmouth Market) is great. But finding the 'Japanese Foil' needed for really complex stuff is impossible.) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sg/products/48994606-origami-to-astonish-and-amuse-over-400-original-models-including](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/48994606-origami-to-astonish-and-amuse-over-400-original-models-including) --- *Product available on Desertcart Singapore* *Store origin: SG* *Last updated: 2026-11-10*