Re: [Origami] What is the "right" way to use a bone folder
The bone folder I'm familiar with actually comes from kimono making. When hand-sewing kimono, because it's mostly straight lines, you traditionally zig-zag the fabric onto the needles to make numerous small, straight stitches in one go. You then use the curved part of the bone folder to create firm creases without damaging the fabric (as irons weren't used much), and the pointed bit to turn corners inside out, such as the bottom of the large sleeves. Not sure when Japanese folders saw the usefulness of these for origami, bit it at least dates back to the 80s, and provably much earlier.Clare, Perth Origami Group
Re: [Origami] What is the "right" way to use a bone folder
The bone folder I'm familiar with actually comes from kimono making. When hand-sewing kimono, because it's mostly straight lines, you traditionally zig-zag the fabric onto the needles to make numerous small, straight stitches in one go. You then use the curved part of the bone folder to create firm creases without damaging the fabric (as irons weren't used much), and the pointed bit to turn corners inside out, such as the bottom of the large sleeves. Not sure when Japanese folders saw the usefulness of these for origami, bit it at least dates back to the 80s, and provably much earlier.Clare, Perth Origami Group
Re: [Origami] What is the "right" way to use a bone folder
-Original Message- From: Jorge E. Jaramillo Sent: 10 February, 2018 16:53 To: origami Subject: [Origami] What is the "right" way to use a bone folder snip< For instance the bone folder that looks like a knife, I always thought the part you use to crease is the one that would be the cutting edge of the knife, but one video shows that the part used is totally the other side, the one that is straight. I think the only 'right' way is the way that works best for you. I use the sharp pointy end to fold small corners or to separate layers. The plump other end I use to fold the rest as the sharp end can damage the paper more easily, especially on long folds. Origards, Miranda
