To learn the craft of papercutting, all you need is a craft knife or a pair of scissors, and here, Naomi Shiek provides all the essential information, from basic techniques to creative step-by-step projects and 50 ready-to-cut templates. Along with information on the art of cutting detailed artworks, Shiek also reveals shortcuts and tricks to make the project quicker and easier. Also included are chapters on tools and materials, transferring artwork to paper, and the concept of positive and negative in papercutting, and advice on how to design, draw, and cut their own detailed papercut. The projects include greeting cards, framed artwork, place cards, gift tags, invitations, window decorations, and a family tree.