Origami paper in jewel tone colors?

May 14, 2008 9:25 AM

Where can I buy origami paper in colors which are more 'jewel tones' than the usual 'primary' colors?

I received this book as a gift a couple of years ago, and it comes with a package of origami paper in really beautiful colors. There was a deep teal, and a ruby red, and a deep blue... I'd like to find more paper like this, instead of the very bright primary colors which are usually sold. Thanks!

posted by lemonade to sports, hobbies, & recreation (4 comments total)

The Japanese Paper Place which has a great little shop on West Queen West near Trinity Bellwoods Park in Toronto. Man, why did I ever leave Toronto?

Anyway, the have some online orders and a list of retailer who sell their products across the US and Canada. And around the world.

Try giving them a call.
posted by GuyZero at 9:43 AM on May 14, 2008

This Origami Sources website lists Bunka Do and Kinokuniya Bookstore in Little Tokyo in Los Angeles.
posted by junesix at 10:27 AM on May 14, 2008

Depending on the thickness of paper you're looking for.... check out the scrapbooking section of a local craft store. There are loads of single sheet papers available, and some pre-packaged groupings of papers (pastels, brights, etc.)
posted by mightshould at 2:43 PM on May 14, 2008

If there's a Chinatown near where you are, they tend to have variety/general stores ranging anywhere from adorable anime/sanrio stuff to intricate crafts to pots and pans. You'll find origami and star paper and glass jars and all that.
posted by Phire at 5:48 PM on May 14, 2008