Super Cute Origami Kit Review

Recently, I had the pleasure to review the Super Cute Origami Kit By Yuki Martin and Illustrations by Emily Watanabe.  It contains a Full-Color Instruction Book, 48 Folding Sheets, stickers, sequins, rhinestones, pearls, and a lace washi tape.  Pretty much everything you needed to create some super adorable origami, and then some.




My daughter was super excited when we received the set.  We opened the package together and she started to read the instruction booklet on her own.  She told me that besides the instructions on creating the origami, the booklet also includes some fun facts.  I love it when a play set is also educational.

My daughter started with a couple easy ones, and she was able to complete them all on her own.  She loves the fact that they were rated in different difficulty levels so that she could practice on easy ones first.

Did you know what the Russian Nesting Dolls are called Matryoshka?  I certainly didn’t.  It was one of the fun fact from the set!  I love learning new things every day!  This Super Cute Origami Set is amazing.  Beside entertaining, it also help the kids follow instructions, and also inspire them to be creative.  My daughter designed and drew the patterns for the dolls’ little dresses (see picture below).  I think they are super adorable!

The Maneki Neko, the infamous Japanese Lucky Cat, was one of the origami with the highest difficulty.  At first, my Daughter wasn’t sure if she can handle it all by herself.  But after completing the cupcake and Russian Nesting Dolls Set, she built up her confident and gave it a try.  She was so proud of herself when she did it!

My daughter had so much fun playing with this Super Cute Origami Kit.  She brought it to a play date to share with her friend (a couple years older than my Daughter) and they had fun making Masquerade Party Masks together!  If you’re looking for fun and educational activities for your kiddos on Spring Breaks, weekends, rainy days, or the up coming Summer Breaks, I highly recommend this Super Cute Origami Kit.  Simply click here for more information.  Thank you again for Tuttle Publishing for sending the kit for review. 

Disclaimer:  I received a copy of “Super Cute Origami Kit” for the purpose of this review and I was not compensated in any way to write this post.  All comments and opinions are 100% my own.

Penguin Elves Bento Box Recipe and Giveaway

Picture from Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round, used with permission from Quirk Books.

As a Mom, packing lunches for my kids is one of the greatest joy.  I love it because I know what goes into the their lunch boxes and I can be certain that their lunches are nourishing and healthy.  However, packing lunches every day can also be tiring as well.  This is especially true when I ran out of new ideas on how to make their lunches interesting and different everyday.  I was so excited and happy when I received a review copy of Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round, by Crystal Watanabe and Maki Ogawa.  In the Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round, you’ll find 52 tasty and adorable in-season and health-conscious lunches.  Check out these Penguin Elves (picture above), aren’t they super adorable?  Best if all, they are quite easy to make too!  You’ll definitely fall in love with the packing tips, tutorials, side dish recipes, and gorgeous pictures from this book!  I certainly did! 

Picture from Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round, used with permission from Quirk Books.

With the help of this book, you'll find tones of ideas on what and how to pack fun and healthy lunches all year round!  You can invite your kiddos to join in the fun and make them together; or simply pack them yourself so they get a fun surprise when they open their lunch box!  My kids love all these adorable bentos that I've prepared for them so far!

Picture from Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round, used with permission from Quirk Books.

 


You can purchase a copy of the Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round by clicking here.  Or, try your luck in winning a copy of this helpful and fun book today on my blog, courtesy of Quirk Books!


Here are the details on how to enter this giveaway.

One lucky uTry.it reader (with an U.S., Canada, or U.K. mailing address) will win a copy of “Yum-Yum Bento All Year Round”.

To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me what’s your favorite season.  Mine is Autumn/Fall.

Deadline to enter is January 15th, 2017 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

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There are total of 5 chances to win!  Good Luck everyone! 

Origami Zoo Giveaway Winner Announcement

Thank you everyone who participated in the “Origami Zoo Kit” giveaway.  Special thanks to Tuttle Publishing for providing the prize.  We have selected a winner through Random.org!



The winner is “Whatever U are, be a good one”, who said, “I love Origami, and I will try to do more Origami in the future! I already loved and followed Your facebook and blog under name: fiona nuyen! Thank You for the chance, and Happy Holidays :) Fiona N”

Congratulations, Fiona!  I’ll be contacting the winner shortly via email on how to claim the prizes.

If you didn’t win the giveaway, you can still purchase a copy of the Origami Zoo Kit here.   Please stayed tuned for more fun review and giveaways in the near future.

Origami Zoo Review and Giveaway

What was your favorite hobby when you were young?  For a while, I was obsessed with Origami.  From the classic cranes, to the lucky stars, and all sorts of shapes and boxes!  It’s a fun way to unwind, relax, and forget about homework for a while.  My Little Girl is also into Origami now.  There’s even an after-school programs where kids learn how to make different origami animals.  It costs over $100 for just 8 sessions!  Boy!  Luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy this hobby!  Check out this Origami Zoo Kit!  It has everything you need for a fun project.

This Origami Zoo Kit contains:

• Full-color 48 page booklet
• Clear, step-by-step diagrams and instructions
• 15 fun origami projects
• 95 animal parts stickers
• 40 sheets of origami paper
• Fold-out zoo map

The Origami Zoo Kit will provide hours of enjoyment for your kids while at the same time teaching them a valuable new skill!  No wonder this kit is the Winner of the 2016 Creative Child Magazine Preferred Choice Award! 

The instructions in this kit is easy to follow.  Each character comes with simple folding instructions, and the patterned papers can be folded up in just a few minutes.  I love all the stickers included to provide a wonderful finishing details to the animals and models.  My Daughter and I had so much fun playing with this kit. 



As you know, the holiday is fast approaching!  This Origami Zoo Kit will make a wonderful stocking stuffer for any kid!  Interested to win a copy?  Check out the giveaway detailed below on how to win a copy of the Origami Zoo Kit, courtesy of Tuttle Publishing.

Here is the Giveaway details:

One lucky uTry.it reader (open to U.S. residence only) will win a copy of “Origami Zoo Kit” craft book.

To enter:
1) Simply Liked my Facebook Page by clicking here.
2) Then, leave a comment below to let me know that you’ve done so.  If you’ve already liked my Facebook page before the giveaway, simply let me know in the comment and you’re entered!


All entries must be received by December 18th, 2016 mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announced shortly after the giveaway is closed.
Good Luck!


If you can’t wait for the giveaway and want it now, you can click on this link https://goo.gl/oLs3ko to purchase your own copy, or two.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of the Origami Zoo Kit free of charge for the purpose of this review.  All opinions are 100% my own and always will be.

Perfect Gift Wrapping Ideas Review and Giveaway - How to Wrap Gift Cards

Are you ready for the holiday seasons?  I’m quite excited this year as we’ll have some relatives visiting from overseas to spend the holidays with us.  It’ll definitely be a wonderful family reunion and great celebration!  I can’t wait!  What are your family traditions for the holidays?  For my family, gift exchange is one of our favorite tradition during Christmas.  It does not have to be expensive gifts as it is always the thoughts that matter the most!  I personally like giving out homemade gifts.  Or, gifts that are useful and practical.  If you wrap or package your gifts nicely, it’ll definitely elevate the appeal of your gifts.  Today, I’m excited to share the review with you on the “Perfect Gift Wrapping Ideas” craft book, the Chinese Silk wrapping paper, and the Japanese Kimono wrapping paper!  



If you haven’t check out the video tutorial above, don’t forget to do so.  In the video, I’ll show you how to wrap and package your gift cards, in a unique and personal way.  Did I say I like practical gifts that people can use?  Yes!  Handing out gift cards to the recipients’ favorite stores are some of my favorite gift giving ideas!



I love that the “Perfect Gift Wrapping Ideas” books comes with colorful step-by-step pictorial!  With the illustrative photos and easy instructions in this craft book you can:

• Find interesting ways to use almost any kind of paper
• Creatively and neatly wrap gifts of any size, shape and purpose
• Make containers such as bags, boxes, unique envelopes, and even a pencil case
• Add a little romance with sealing wax, washi tape, custom-made tags and more
• Use personally significant embellishments to make every gift a personal conversation between you and the receiver

The Chinese Silk wrapping paper, and the Japanese Kimono wrapping paper are among the highest quality of wrapping paper that I’ve ever used.  They are thick and sturdy.  Definitely won’t rip or tear during the wrapping process, which is important to me!  The unique printing truly resemble the Chinese Silk and the Kimono prints on garments.  I’m totally in love!  



Check out this adorable Christmas Tree wrapping above!  I can’t wait to surprise my kids with this wrapping method! 



I always have trouble wrapping cylinder shaped objects!  Now, this wrapping method will come to the rescue!  It’ll be perfect for homemade canning goodies!  Yay!  Another wonderful news is that the generous people at Tuttle Publishing is sponsoring a giveaway for you! 

Here is the Giveaway details:

One lucky uTry.it reader (open to U.S. residence only) will win a copy of “Perfect Gift Wrapping Ideas” craft book, and one package of wrapping paper (winner’s choice).  Choose from the Chinese Silk wrapping paper, OR the Japanese Kimono wrapping paper!   

To enter:
1) Simply click here to subscribe to my YouTube Channel. 
2) Give my video a "thumb's up". 
3) Then, leave a comment below to let me know that you’ve subscribed to my YouTube channel.  If you’ve already subscribed to my YouTube channel before this giveaway, simply let me know in the comment and you’re entered!

*Gift card and other tools appeared in the video tutorial are NOT included in the giveaway.

All entries must be received by December 4th, 2016 mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announced shortly after the giveaway is closed.

Good Luck!


Product links in this review:

Perfect Gift Wrapping Ideas:
https://goo.gl/cbmgD2

Chinese Silk Wrapping Paper:
https://goo.gl/tSnOAw

Japanese Kimono Wrapping Paper:

https://goo.gl/jFHAxY



Disclaimer: I received a copy of the Perfect Gift Wrapping Ideas and a package of the Chinese Silk wrapping paper and the Japanese Kimono wrapping paper free of charge for the purpose of this review.  All opinions are 100% my own and always will be. 

The Ultimate Friendship Bracelets Kit Review and Giveaway

Some of my favorite gifts that I’ve received over the years are handmade.  It shows that someone cares and spend the time to make you something from scratch.  That really warms my heart.  Over the holiday, I had a chance to review a copy of the Ultimate Friendship Bracelets Kit. 
My Little Girl and I spent some quality time together, we watched the video tutorials provided in this kit and we made some gorgeous bracelets for her friends. 
“Friendship bracelets never go out of style. And with this fun friendship bracelet kit, they're easier and more fun than ever!”
 
Ultimate Friendship Bracelets Kit gives you everything you need to make 12 classic bracelets including:

• 14 colorful skeins of embroidery floss
• a full-color book of easy-to-follow diagrams and instructions
• a DVD of video demos showing how the patterns emerge and how to finish off a bracelet in style
• some beads thrown in for fun and experimentation

This kit features all the classics, from 2-color chevrons, stripes and diamonds to funky 6-color totems, plus a heart pattern, a tasseled a zigzag, and more. And there are some great ideas for embellishing your bracelets to make them even more personal.

There's still nothing more meaningful to give someone special than a friendship bracelet, made by you. So grab this kit and have fun making that little gift that says "from me, to you—with love."

You can order your own copy of the Ultimate Friendship Bracelets Kit here.   Or, try your luck to win one because I’m giving  away a copy of the Ultimate Friendship Bracelets Kit to one lucky uTry.it reader, courtesy of Tuttle Publishing.

Here are the details on how to enter.

One lucky uTry.it reader (open to my worldwide readers) will win a copy of “the Ultimate Friendship Bracelets Kit”.


To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me if you have made friendship bracelets in the past.  Or, that you want to win and start making some.  Please also leave your email address along with your comment so that I can contact you if you're the lucky winner!  Deadline to enter is , February 14th, 2016 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

For extra entries, do any or all of the following (leave a separate comment for each extra entry):
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That’s all and Good Luck everyone!




Disclaimer:  I received a copy of “the Ultimate Friendship Bracelets Kit” for the purpose of this review and I was not compensated in any way to write this post.  All comments and opinions are 100% my own.

Ultimate Paper Airplanes for Kids Review and Worldwide Giveaway

Over the weekend, my kids and I checked out the Ultimate Paper Airplanes for Kids book.  This book is the ultimate collection of easy-to-fold, high-performance planes for kids who are fascinated by paper or origami airplanes.  Can you imagine how much fun we had?  I remember I love folding paper airplanes with my brothers when I was a little kid myself.  We would fold up our favorite paper planes and see who can fly them the furthest!  This book sure brings back lots of fun memories!



What I love most about this book is that it opens with a fascinating primer to the principles of flight.  My kids read and learned about the forces that enable a plane to fly and affect the performance of their planes.  They had so much fun testing out the planes they made by coaxing the planes through their paces: doing loops, barrel rolls, glides and dives.



This paper airplanes kit contains detailed instructions for each paper plane(12 designs in total), 48 pre-cut paper airplane models printed with colorful and realistic designs, over special durable lightweight cardstock.  The instructions were easy to follow and the marked lines on the paper really make it easy to fold the perfect lines where they should be.



And what makes this book the ultimate?  It has to be the pull-out airport runway for landing maneuvers!  We were testing out the paper airplanes that we made and competing who can get the planes closest to the landing spot!  It was such an educational and fun weekend for us.   Yes, yours truly was included when I said “we” and “us”!  I guess I’m just a big kid, after all!  As you know, the holiday is fast approaching, this Ultimate Paper Airplanes for Kids book would be the perfect gift for the little ones.  The best part is that you can create some new and fun memories with your kids because of this book! 



You can order your own copy of Ultimate Paper Airplanes for Kids book by clicking here.   Or, try your luck to win one because I’m giving  away a copy of Ultimate Paper Airplanes for Kids to one lucky uTry.it reader, courtesy of Tuttle Publishing.

Here are the details on how to enter.
One lucky uTry.it reader (open to my worldwide readers) will win a copy of “Ultimate Paper Airplanes for Kids”.

To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me if you have made paper airplanes when you were a kid.  Please also leave your email address along with your comment so that I can contact you if you're the lucky winner!  Deadline to enter is December 6th, 2015 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

For extra entries, do any or all of the following (leave a separate comment for each extra entry):

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That’s all and Good Luck everyone!

Disclaimer:  I received a copy of “Ultimate Paper Airplanes for Kids” for the purpose of this review and I was not compensated in any way to write this post.  All comments and opinions are 100% my own.





Please click on the link below if you're interested to read more information about the authors of this book.

Paleo Italian Cookbook Review and a Worldwide Giveaway

Recently, I have the honor to partner with Tuttle Publishing to review the Paleo Italian cookbook, by Cindy Barbieri.  Cindy has been cooking and hanging out in her Nana’s Italian kitchen before she was tall enough to reach the kitchen counter-top!  Her Grandmother believes in “feed your man and he’ll always come home to you”.  What a wise women and I totally believe in that as well. 
   



This Paleo Italian cookbook is for someone who is somewhat familiar with the basic principles of Paleo diet, which avoids dairy, grains, legumes, vegetable oils, processed sugar and most other processed foods.  Pretty much a clean, healthy and wholesome diet, in my humble opinion.  At the beginning, I was really doubtful on how authentic Italian cooking could also be Paleo compatible as most Italian dishes involve pasta, pizza and pastry!  Barbieri sure did proved me wrong from her cookbook.  She cleverly substitute some ingredients such as using coconut oil and olive oil instead of vegetable oil; she also used almond and coconut flour instead of traditional wheat flour, to make Paleo cooking a breeze. 



In the Paleo Italian cookbook, you’ll find useful information from ingredient and tool lists, helpful cooking method and tips, to places to visit and dine out in Italy!  It also includes 100 authentic and easy-to-follow Italian recipes ranging from Sauces & Condiment, Appetizers, Brunch, Tuscan Favorites, Soup & Stews, Meat & Seafood Main Courses, Side Dishes to Dessert and cocktails.  Many dishes are perfect for weeknight dinners as well as weekend entertaining.  I can’t wait to try the Brick-Baked Cornish Game Hens, Braised Tuscan Pork Chops, Dover Sole Piccata, and the Lemon Apple & Caramel Bread Pudding, just to name a few!        



Interested to get your hands on some awesome Paleo Italian recipes and start cooking?  You can order your own copy of Paleo Italian by clicking here.   Or, try your luck to win one because I’m giving  away a copy of Paleo Italian cookbook, to one lucky uTry.it reader, courtesy of Tuttle Publishing.


Here are the details on how to enter.
One lucky uTry.it reader (open to my worldwide readers) will win a copy of “Paleo Italian”.


To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me if you love Italian food or if you’re interested to start a Paleo diet.  Please also leave your email address along with your comment so that I can contact you if you're the winner!  Deadline to enter is October 25th, 2015 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

For extra entries, do any or all of the following (leave a separate comment for each extra entry):
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4) Share this giveaway on Facebook (with a link back to this post please)
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That’s all and Good Luck everyone!

Disclaimer:  I received a copy of “Paleo Italian” for the purpose of this review and I was not compensated in any way to write this post.  All comments and opinions are 100% my own.

Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit Review and Giveaway

My kids and I had so much fun this summer.  Besides travelling, cooking a storm in the kitchen, visiting the parks and beaches, we also had a blast creating different origami together.  It’s definitely a fun art and craft activity to spend time with the kids.  If you’re new to origami, I have the perfect recommendation for you:  The Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit!  

It has everything that you needed!  In this Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit, there are 19 exciting projects to choose from, 64 pages instructional booklet with pictures, 62 sheets of colorful folding paper, and a step-by-step DVD with video instructions, all in one kit!  I know you’re going to love this kit, as much as I do.  Check out the video below for more details on the kit.





Wonderful, isn’t it?  You can purchase your own Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit by clicking here.  Or, you can try your luck in entering this giveaway, courtesy of Tuttle Publishing.


Here are the details on how to enter.
One lucky uTry.it reader (worldwide) will win a copy of “The Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit”.

To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me if you’ve try origami before.  Deadline to enter is August 31, 2015 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

This giveaway is currently closed.  Thank you all who participated.

For extra entries, do any or all of the following (leave a separate comment for each extra entry):
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That’s all and Good Luck everyone!


Disclaimer:  I received a copy of “The Ultimate Origami for Beginners Kit” for the purpose of this review and I was not compensated in any way to write this post.  All comments and opinions are 100% my own.

Cafe Spice Cookbook Review and Giveaway

I adore Indian cuisine and I am so excited to have the opportunity to review the Café Spice Cookbook.  The author of the book, Chef Hari Nayak, is on a mission to spread the enjoyment of Indian cuisine to everyone he meets.  The Café Spice Cookbook is a wonderful book that is perfect for today’s health-conscious home cooks to prepare light and fresh version of classic Indian dishes, most of which are naturally vegetarian and gluten free recipes.



There are 84 quick and easy Indian recipes to choose from.  I also love the fact that most of the recipes are ready in 30 minutes.  Chef Nayak covered recipes on Chutneys and Accompaniments, Vegetables and Cheese, Fish and Seafood, Poultry and Meat, Breads, Rice and Grains, to Desserts and Drinks.  For sure, you’re going to find something that you would like to prepare and learn more about in this wonderful book.  There are many recipes from the book that I can’t wait to try, such as Dried Bombay Beef, Spiced Crab Cakes, Coconut Rice and Mango Lassi.



This Café Spice Cookbook will also walk you through some simple techniques such as browning, deep-frying, roasting and grinding of spices, which are all essentials to the success of Indian cooking.   He also explain some helpful tips and tools he used in the recipe, along with a detail list of Indian Ingredients.  I am surprised that I already have most of the spices and ingredients in my pantry.  I guess the Chinese cuisine and Indian cuisine do share some similarity in the spices we use.



Interested to own a copy of Café Spice Cookbook and start making these healthy and flavorful dishes?  You’re in luck today.  I am giving away one Café Spice Cookbook to a lucky uTry.it reader, courtesy of Tuttle Publishing.

Here are the details on how to enter.
One lucky uTry.it reader (open to my worldwide readers) will win a copy of “Café Spice Cookbook ”.


To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me what is your favorite Indian dish.  Deadline to enter is May 31st, 2015 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

For extra entries, do any or all of the following (leave a separate comment for each extra entry):
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Prosecco-Blueberry-Lemon Pops and a Giveaway!

Still remember this gorgeous Nutella Melt Winter Cocktail that I shared (<—click on the name for the recipe) a while ago?  Great news!  The author of Winter Cocktails, María del Mar Sacasa,  just published her new book, Summer Cocktails!   With L.A.’s crazily hot temperature over the past few months, I’ve been longing for refreshing summer cocktails, way before summer arrives!  If you love to host summer parties, this book is a must have and I’ll tell you why.




As I read through the book (yes, I am a nerd and I read cookbooks like they’re novels), this Prosecco-Blueberry-Lemon Pops really caught my attention.  I love prosecco and always have a bottle or 2 chilled in the fridge, in case of emergency!  So, I gave this recipe a try and it was amazing.  You can serve these boozy pops as is, or as Sacasa suggested, add them to your glass of Prosecco to keep your drink chilled and add some wonderful flavors at the same time.  What a great idea!



Summer Cocktails is one of the most gorgeous books that I’ve came across as it’s filled with gorgeous photography and design that will give you lots of inspiration on things to serve for a cool summer party.  Of course, you’ve got to have cocktails and small bits at the party while your guests mingle.  Summer Cocktails includes many familiar classics, throwbacks, and modern updates.  It also covers punches and pitchers that are perfect for entertaining.  The frosty drinks, infused liquors, gourmet snacks sections all include tutorials to guide you through the preparation process!  Best of all, the recipes are clear and very easy to follow.  You’re going to fall in love with this book, just like I did!  




You can purchase your copy by clicking here.  Or, try your luck in winning a copy of “Summer Cocktails”, courtesy of Quirk Books!

Here are the details on how to enter this giveaway.

One lucky uTry.it reader (with an U.S., Canada or U.K. mailing address) will win a copy of “Summer Cocktails”.

To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me what’s your all time favorite cocktail (mine is apple martini). Deadline to enter is May 4th, 2015 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

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That’s all and Good Luck everyone!  Please stay cool this summer and cheers!





Disclaimer:  I received a copy of “Summer Cocktails” for the purpose of this review and I was not compensated in any way to write this post.  Quirk Books is providing a copy of the book for the giveaway.  As always, all comments and opinions are 100% my own.
Please drink responsibly.  Health and General Disclaimers.

Origami Butterflies Book Review and Giveaway

My Kids and I love Origami!  Origami is the art of paper folding, which is often associated with Japanese culture.  We've done many different ones in the past, insects, zoo animals, birds, etc; and loved them all.  The folding process really calms me down as we get so focus in creating these amazing paper arts.  It was wonderful that I had the chance to review the book Origami Butterflies.   



There are many different designs of butterflies that you can create by following the step by step pictorial and instructions in the book.  You can also start with their basic method, and then elaborate and create your own designs.  Okay, who am I kidding here?!  Those who knows me well probably know that I’m not too good in reading directions, at all!  I got lost a few time reading it!  Luckily, the book comes with 2 instructional DVDs that show you video tutorials, every step of the way, phew!  By watching the videos, both of my kids were able to make their own butterflies with minimal supervision and assistance.  That was truly amazing and they felt so accomplished when they were able to make their own butterflies!



I got these Origami papers at a local craft store.  You can easily find them these day, as well as getting some online (click here for more information).  I got some different designs and the double-sided ones are wonderful with these butterflies as well.



The book also have suggestions for you on how to use these gorgeous origami butterflies, such as jewelry, gift wraps, and cards, etc.



My Baby Girl added the Origami butterflies to her school project!  They were so beautiful; her teachers and schoolmates were very impressed as well.



The Origami butterfly makes any card a lot more elegant and personal.  For sure you won’t find anything as beautiful as this in the card store.  Plus, I think handmade crafts always add a touch of caring and love, won’t you agree? 



Today is your lucky day!  Because I’ll be giving away a copy of Origami Butterflies to one lucky uTry.it reader, courtesy of Tuttle Publishing. 


Here are the details on how to enter.

One lucky uTry.it reader (open to my worldwide readers) will win a copy of “Origami Butterflies”.


To enter, simply leave a comment on this post and tell me if you have ever tried your hands on origami before.  Or you can simply just say “hi”.  Deadline to enter is March 29th, 2015 by mid-night PST.  Winner will be selected through Random.org and announce shortly after the giveaway is closed.

For extra entries, do any or all of the following (leave a separate comment for each extra entry):
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That’s all and Good Luck everyone!







Disclaimer:  I received a copy of “Origami Butterflies” for the purpose of this review and I was not compensated in any way to write this post.  All comments and opinions are 100% my own.