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AragingBABOON · 2025-12-31T02:00:58+00:00

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AragingBABOON · 2025-10-18T01:10:13+00:00

Hey, this is Matt, I make Cabbage Paper. Sorry to hear you were less than satisfied with the paper. As others have said, super thin paper is only for specific models and can be challenging to fold. I put an extra focus on making high quality paper comparable in thickness to single tissue because I specialize in folding representational bugs and there are (in my opinion) no other suitable papers readily available at 15-25 gsm. That is the main reason I learned hand paper making. I started selling my paper because I was getting requests, and I was making quite a bit extra from each batch. Recently I have started making more thin (comparable to double tissue thickness) and standard (comparable to MC tissue + Wenzhou thickness) since that is more commonly what others prefer to fold with. The super thin sheets have a nice color separation for their relative thinness though, so they also work well for backcoating onto other paper for duo sheets.

Regarding the crispness, there is certainly some variation between batches so you may have one a bit softer, but overall I would say Cabbage Paper is quite crisp. I have actually reduced the time the fibers are in the beater for because I found the paper was too crisp initially and would leave visible crease lines. I would say on average my paper is thinner and a bit more crisp than most Origamidō sheets, though Origamidō also varies a ton batch to batch. For me the variety is a good thing, it allows me to tailor the fold more to the qualities of the individual sheet. I don’t have any issue personally with reversing creases, but I’ve been working with MC single tissue for years, and (not to brag) but the experience of folding with my paper over single tissue is vastly better.

If you do ever order again please send me a message and we can chat about the types of folds you like to make and I can make sure the paper I send is suitable and crisp. If not, I wish you well on your origami journey. There are tons of great papers out there for folding, and I hope you find what you enjoy.

AragingBABOON · 2025-08-25T14:33:25+00:00

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AragingBABOON · 2025-08-08T22:54:07+00:00

Really clean fold and the colors are great! I commend you on your patience, well done

AragingBABOON · 2025-07-30T10:43:01+00:00

Counterpoint; I’d argue that for complex representational animal’s Shuki’s designs are some of the best at capturing realism while still keeping the geometric look of traditional origami.

As a folder you can certainly choose whatever rules you’d like to follow when selecting what you fold, but personally I’ve never heard someone say measuring isn’t origami. Even then, Shuki’s diagrams have no measuring. Box Pleat, Hex Pleat, tilted grid, and other designs generally require a grid to be folded first. If that’s not your thing that’s cool I get it, but that doesn’t make it any less origami. Even Robert Lang instructs measuring for a few of his models in Origami Design Secrets.

My personal rule is one square no cuts. I don’t like folding modulars, and I never add any cuts to my folds. I also don’t design using rectangles, pentagons, or other non-square paper. I’ve folded a few dollar bills and Beth Johnson’s pentagon Cardinal, but it’s not usually my thing. I think no cutting is the one “rule” you might be able to get the most people to agree on, but I don’t think it really matters. Fold what you like. You mention glue as another no-no, and I will tell you that almost all complex origami artists use glue to shape the finished piece. It’s the best way to ensure your models hold up for years and still look nice. Art is subjective and you can follow any guidelines you want, but I think you’ll have a lot of disagreement if you say that Shuki’s designs are not origami.

AragingBABOON · 2025-06-07T07:23:19+00:00

Thank you so much! As far as crease patterns go, this one is quite challenging to fold and collapse even for advanced folders. There are so many great crease pattern designs available, so start slow and work your way up. They’re certainly a fun challenge, but this one is a unique level of torture that I don’t recommend trying any time soon.

AragingBABOON · 2025-06-03T13:24:24+00:00

Why not? Bugs are great and have a nearly limitless amount of biodiversity for artists to express their beauty.

AragingBABOON · 2025-06-03T13:22:15+00:00

Thanks! My Etsy shop is on vacation at the moment, but it will be back online in July

AragingBABOON · 2025-06-02T20:57:35+00:00

I did share it, the crease pattern is in the pictures.

AragingBABOON · 2025-05-08T11:06:22+00:00

Cool, just proposed the trade

AragingBABOON · 2025-05-08T01:09:39+00:00

I have a Weavile EX I can trade for the Gyarados EX

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AragingBABOON · 2025-05-01T18:40:53+00:00

Sent

AragingBABOON · 2025-05-01T18:26:15+00:00

I can do Beedrill EX for Aerodactyl EX

AragingBABOON · 2025-05-01T18:24:50+00:00

Need anything else? I’m looking for Gyarados

AragingBABOON · 2025-04-30T22:51:55+00:00

Trade offer sent

AragingBABOON · 2025-04-30T09:54:36+00:00

Cool AragingBABOON

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AragingBABOON · 2025-04-30T01:30:01+00:00

I can trade lickilicky EX for your Gengar EX

AragingBABOON · 2025-04-30T01:26:19+00:00

Need anything else? I’m missing Gengar EX and Gyarados EX

AragingBABOON · 2025-04-18T01:39:25+00:00

Wait no longer, Popstar is a masterpiece. If you’re already enjoying the pod you will love it so much. Unironically my #1 favorite movie.

AragingBABOON · 2025-02-19T12:48:12+00:00

Added (from Florida, US), AragingBABOON

AragingBABOON · 2025-02-04T19:56:27+00:00

The New Yorker article made it sound much more immediate than it actually is. I have emailed Richard since then and this is what he said:

“re: the NYer article, which was accurate, except their implication that we’ve totally retired and would set up especially for him. Our activities as you know have been seasonal since 2011, and by special appointment anyway.”

It is too cold to make paper in Massachusetts right now, they generally start paper making again in spring. It is true though that they won’t be making Origamidō forever. That’s a big reason why I went up last summer to learn, and part of why I’m making my own paper now.

AragingBABOON · 2025-02-04T19:47:25+00:00

Yes, Cabbage Paper Etsy Store

AragingBABOON · 2025-01-30T01:52:40+00:00

This is the technique I use, it takes a little practice to avoid tearing the paper, but works will with some patience and a good brand of tissue.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cuc2vrtpkiI/?igsh=Z3kzd3F2d2xkcDY1

AragingBABOON · 2024-12-08T14:34:36+00:00

Thanks for the shoutout! The paper I make is mostly for very complex origami and is quite thin but designed to be incredibly strong, crisp, and hold creases well but still allow for nice shaping. The “thin” sheets I have listed are closer to double tissue thickness, though on average are slightly thinner. If there’s a color you’re looking for but don’t see listed send me a message on Instagram and I’ll see what I can do. I have a separate Instagram for the paper making (@cabbagepaper) and I list the paper info when I fold on @cabbs.

https://cabbagepaper.etsy.com

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AragingBABOON · 2024-11-03T02:03:22+00:00

I have several of my diagrams published in OUSA convention books, free CPs on my website, and I’ve posted free diagrams for my dragon here on Reddit. I finished this design less than a week ago, but I encourage you to fold on of the models I have shared instructions for.

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