Origami Fans
I’m currently working on Origami Fans for my Etsy shop and wanted to give a full description of the products I’m using to create these fans. Sometimes customers want a more detailed description of the materials I use but often times, after buying my supplies, I organize them into containers without saving the original packaging it came in; therefore, I forget the name of the manufacturer and the details of the product. Before I do this again, I thought I’d document what I’m using to create my latest collection of Origami Fans.
The origami paper used to make these fans are made by Yasutomo and Company, made in Japan and distributed in the U.S. The print is called “Peony” and decorated on both sides. The front is a pastel floral print with butterflies and the back is solid yellow. The paper is quite sturdy and flexible making it great for origami. (The open fans are made from washi paper and from a different project).
The glaze is Krylon Crystal Clear Acrylic Coating (1303). This glaze provides a permanent, protective gloss finish that does not yellow with age. It is also moisture resistant making the finished fan more durable. Although the vapors are toxic while wet, the dried product is safe but I wouldn’t recommend eating it or having it around kids who may mouth the fan. With Hawaii’s high humidity, the glaze sometimes takes longer to dry.
The thread used to bind the fan’s pleats together is Coats & Clark’s brand, metallic thread made of 40% polyester and 60% nylon. The jump ring are 7mm and gold finished from stock I already have in hand.
These fans will go up on Etsy soon.
If anyone can recommend a glaze that is non-toxic both wet and dry while providing clear, glossy protection for paper projects, I’d love to hear from you!
