FOLD
Make a sharp fold along the dotted lines of the object as indicated. Be careful
to ensure that you are folding in the correct direction
—
some folds may be
inverse. After folding, pass a ruler or other straight object over the fold to
increase the crispness of the fold.
CURVE
Bend the object to create a cylindrical effect. Ensure that you are bending the
object in the correct direction, as there are no guide lines provided for curved
shapes. Important! Do not fold the object
—
folding the object will ruin the
CUT
Cut along the lines as indicated. For most shapes, the cutting line is faintly
represented so as not to spoil the appearance of the object with unnecessary
lines
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the cutting line will generally be the border between the object shape
TAPE
For some joins, it is preferable (though not required) to use tape. We
recommend using Scotch tape suitable for archiving, to avoid discolouration.
Use the tape sparingly, as too much tape may spoil the appearance of the
object.
GLUE
For many joins, we recommend using glue. Apply the glue carefully to the
“hidden” side of the join (i.e., generally the non
-printed area). Press down the
other part of the join on the glued section until bonded. We recommend using
glue sticks, as liquid-based glue can spoil the paper of card by causing it to
become soggy.
SET ASIDE
Once an object has been completed, it may be set aside until other objects
have also been completed. Keep the completed object in a safe place until it is
time to arrange it further.
INSERT
Insert the object into the opening in the other corresponding object as shown.
Once inserted, depending on the object, either join the objects together on the
interior, or alternatively close and seal the larger object.
VERSIONS
Papier Avion, or 9G, represents an evolution of the Airigami design. Though
some of these instructions may apply to earlier generation models from 2001-
2005, there are some significant differences. Please note that we do not
provide support or instructions for our earlier generation designs.
LEGEND
