Yokohama International Port Terminal which was designed by Foreign Office Architects is another building that had a steel plate ceiling that resembled folded origami paper. Therapy: Origami has been used in both physical and mental therapy sessions. It has been found to be flexible and convenient, readily accepted, simple, safe and helpful for evaluating things like concentration levels, degrees of cooperation and ability to solve problems. Having the perfect paper for origami is the same as having the perfect canvass for a painting. Without it, the individual cannot be certain of success. Who ever knew that folding paper could be so complicated? For those interested in origami, it isn't complicated but challenging. If setting out to create something, the perfect paper is necessary. Let them know they can "try again" as many times as they need. 7. Children enjoy the repetition and they need time and repetition to work things out 8. Praise, praise and more praise - if the figure is somewhat crooked or a little wrinkled, so what? 9. Let the child express what he thinks of his piece. The popularity of origami was due in part to its simplicity and the fact that there was no need for special tools. The popularity of origami continued to grow through about the middle of the 19th century then, except for ceremonial usage it's popularity started to decline during the modernization of Japan. It's important to have goals in life and it's great that an activity such as origami can help a person learn about it. Origami provides an opportunity to relax and have fun. The enjoyment that goes along with this activity is definitely good therapy. Not everyone is quick to open up and share their feelings with another individual, even a psychologist or other medical professional. Parties: Foil bowls, food trays, party coasters, party plates and candy dishes, can all be made from colorful papers, foils, gift wraps and will brighten up any party. Using paper lace doilies you can make small candy dishes or party favor wraps for each of your guests. Children love the brightly colored plates and coasters and they make clean up a breeze.