This is a well photographed and illustrated book with lots of paper projects like origami and paper cutting. Some patterns are provided. There is lots of info on glues and such. I wasn't particularly inspired by any of them but I'm not a big paper crafter. They are a bit advanced, not really something kids can easily do. It'll be a great book for people who enjoy paper crafting.

I read a temporary digital ARC of this book for review.

This is a beautiful books with lots of interesting paper projects. Some are simple to do and others a bit more complicated. Definitely not for a young child without assistance. Perhaps not even for an adult who is not determined!

Step by step instructions are given with diagrams and/or pictures. Some of them could be clearer and more detailed perhaps because I found that I couldn't make the sailboat envelope even on my second try. With perseverance and determination, I'm sure I will get it sooner or later!

Other designs I cannot wait to try out are the one-sheet books, the pop-up alphabets and the mini tunnel book. I loved the section on fasterners and connections.

I liked that artists who designed the projects are featured. And I enjoyed looking at all the supplies needed. I didn't know konnyaku which I know as a food can also be used in paper crafts. I will have to look that up as I think I have some in my pantry!

All in all, a very interesting and worthwhile book for people who love paper crafts.

Who would of thought you could do so much with a simple piece of paper with the help of Helen Hiebert you can make some interesting pieces, The art of papercraft starts with a small history of paper and some of Ms Hieberts paper creations and how to pick the best paper by testing paper grain and how to understand weight etc then the rest of the book is divided into different projects with clear and illustrated chapters.
My only personal gripe would be that alot of the designs within are very sculptural so for me they wuld have a limited use but as a keen cardmaker there was a few ideas like the pop up alphabet, tunnel frame and the slice heart designs for example are great for card making and all the projets are easy to follow.

The Art Of Papercraft is great for anyone interested in paper arts, and provides good insight into techniques, background and history of papercraft. From making and designing the paper itself, to creating origami and other designs and type of craft with paper, there are good tips and directions to try new and old things. Some ideas will remind you of schooldays, to other more innovative ways with paper; it would appeal to adults and also to families, who can use some of the ideas with children of all ages.

My only criticism is that in this day and age of digital tuition and example videos online, the written directions can seem clumpy and hard to follow. But a quick search on YouTube alongside this book is a good idea for those needing more visual guidance. You would be able to find a workaround in some way for most projects by doing this I think. By the same token. I believe this would work better as a physical book rather than on kindle as a purchase.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I think there are 2 types of people who would be interested in the Art of Papercraft by Helen Hiebert.

The first are those who are interested in the history of papercrafting, and the origins of the different techniques. This book goes into a lot of detail on both along with how the different types of paper are made. The photos showing the original works are clear and interesting, but I found this part of the book far too wordy for my taste, as I fall into the second category.

The other type of reader (like me) are the doers, we want to learn a new technique and Helen doesn't disappoint. From paper cutting, pop ups, quilling and origami its all there (but surprisingly not teabag folding?). Each project starts with a short paragraph about its origin, just enough, but not to much, and then gives both step by step pictures AND clear written instructions, which makes a nice change.

There is a chapter dedicated to all the different tools and adhesives that are needed, with advice on what to use with which paper.

At the end the templates are clearly reproduced, making them easy to photocopy or trace.

Overall an excellent book for any papercrafter.

I loved the visual style of the book and the design of it was beautiful. The step by step pictures were really easy to follow and I loved the inclusion of the art and artists who inspired the various projects. There was a good mix of origami style folding projects and papercutting to create sculptures and cards. There was a lot of information contained in this book.

Perfect book for someone interest with paper crafts. From history until inspirational project. Tips and tricks. Would love to recommend it.

A fascinating book packed with detailed information about the history and process of papermaking, together with inspiration, tips and helpful instructions on how to make and work with your own paper and glue, plus a huge number of beautiful and imaginative paper folding and paper crafting projects.

I wanted to learn a new craft for a longtime now and The Art of Papercraft was a fabulous guide. Helen Hiebert teaches you how to make beautiful items with papers you can't imagine. Paper can be a magical medium that is more creative than one thinks.

The Art of Papercraft by Helen Hiebert is absolutely full to the brim of wonderful ideas for crafts that involve paper. Each craft has detailed instructions, photos and information about the artist who has designed the craft. The photos are clear and look great.

This book is for the creative kind who not only love to make, but to understand the core of what is being made. This book breaks it down to the core level of making your own paper and then what to do with it. I loved the very detailed instructions as well as the complimenting real-life artwork within this book.

The Art of Papercraft is full of wonderful projects. Some of the instructions look a bit difficult to follow. However, most interesting is the material at the beginning which describes the creation of paper and its history. Fascinating!

The Art of Papercraft is a gorgeous book. It outlines the history of paper as an artistic medium and gives lots of inspirational ideas for how to complete paper projects at home. I did feel , as I often do with craft books, that a lot is lost in ebook versions, and that it would be much richer as a real book with coloured illustrations. But thank you to the publishers and to Netgalley for the opportunity to preview this beautiful book and I will use it as a springboard o discover more about the craft.

The Art of Papercraft. An interesting and perfect addition for the patrons at our library. I can’t wait to try some of the projects myself.

Thank you netgalley for providing this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
While I liked the variety of paper crafts the author describes, I found it difficult to follow without step by step photos to guide me. These are not beginner crafts but for more advanced crafters. I did like that the author provides a picture of the tools and materials you'll need. But would have preferred more illustrations.

This super creative book covers a huge array of crafting options for paper. It’s a little frustrating to have a protected PDF as an ARC, because I cannot try out any of the projects before writing review. However, the instructions seem very thorough, and there is a huge selection of activities from which to choose - super easy to very difficult.
I have a lot of paper craft books, and have perused many more, but I still found some unique and original ideas in this book.
I appreciate that some of the projects could be completed with very simple materials that you would find around your home, while others are super sophisticated and require specialty tools, making this book very versatile and a perfect gift for anyone who enjoys paper crafts.

A vibrant and wonderful instructional book for papercrafting! This book gives a straightforward, but detailed overview from needed materials, methods, and a huge variety of projects. Gorgeous, colorful, step-by-step pictures or diagrams accompany all of the projects. Some of the project categories include: constructing, folding, cutting, papermaking, etc. This is a perfect place to start if you want to learn about papercrafts!

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for providing this ARC.

The Art of Papercraft provides a fascinating insight into the most basic of everyday items, paper, it’s history, how it is made, it’s variety of uses and numerous delightful projects to try. The book is beautifully illustrated with many exercises to try, from very basic folding of paper to the more complex and artistic projects for the more adventurous crafter. The instructions for each project are well written and clearly illustrated and even has templates included for the more advanced techniques. This book will provide hours of enjoyment and is suitable for a wide variety of ages. Highly recommended for families and crafters alike.