Exploring Washi Paper Rolls – Creative Inspiration

See Karen Elaine make a pocket origami book and a little blizzard book, inspired by projects from Hedi Kyle's book "The Art of the Fold."

This video was originally livestreamed on the Yasutomo YouTube channel on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Items Used & Mentioned

For a shoppable overview of the Yasutomo items used in this demo visit our Exploring Washi Paper Rolls – Creative Inspiration collection HERE.

• The Art of the Fold, by Hedi Kyle (book) 
• Mingei Crafts: Japanese Folk Art, by Karen Thomas (book) - out of print, available if you search ebay and other booksellers
• Elizabeth St. Hilaire stencils from Joggles.com (used for gel printed covers)
• Unryu paper roll (6MMU2) (washi paper roll with visible threads running through it)
• Hosho paper roll (6M2) 
• Mashi Hosho paper (6MAH)
• Niji Cold Press Watercolor Paper Pad (NCP-5) 
• Torinoko paper (6T)
• Video: How to Uncurl a Washi Paper Roll
• Bamboo Folding Tool (OBF-7)
• Art Glitter Designer Dries Clear Adhesive (not sold by Yasutomo)
• Karen Elaine affirmation cards on Joggles.com
• Blank Artist Trading Cards (rectangles, circles)
• José Meeusen is the origami artist Karen mentioned
• Karen previewed some pre-cut watercolor botanical shapes that will be sold by Joggles.com in April

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