--- Beth Dounane-Oldrich

The author is an avid crafter, hiker, and nature lover. She has been a special education teacher for over two decades. She began her career in the Peace Corps, and currently teaches at a public middle school in upstate NY. She is inspired by her students who struggle daily with reading and writing, but yet persevere and are successful. She has enjoyed a lifetime of crafting including origami, sewing, crocheting, embroidery, and currently book folding. Beth Oldrich has published two books in her series, The Art of Book Folding. Beginnings in Book Folding is for the beginner just starting out in book folding. Book Folding for the Beginner and Beyond is for the beginner, but also for the book folder looking to learn more techniques. Both books include patterns, tutorials, and tips and tricks to ensure success. QR codes are included with each tutorial that includes video links. She is excited to share her love of book folding with you. She owns and operates the successful Etsy store, PatternyBooks, specializing in book folding patterns. This book was conceived from the overwhelming questions and feedback from her customers. With the publication of this book, she hopes to popularize the art of book folding to both crafters and aspiring crafters. She lives with her family in the Albany, NY area. For further information on patterns, and custom patterns visit her ETSY store, Patternybooks.