Come learn how to make and decorate a Victorian Puzzle Purse! In this 2.5 hour class you will be guided through learning how to properly fold a Victorian puzzle purse, and how to plan out your decorations. Then you will be guided through the basics of watercolor painting as you create your final design using high quality card stock and watercolor paints. Your instructor will bring images and poetry as inspiration, or you can discover your own patterning and artistic flair!
$35/student all supplies included (plus take home a Viviva watercolor palette.)
Whether you are making your puzzle for your own skill building and enjoyment, or making it to give to someone you love, this is a timeless craft that will quickly become a new favorite. Originating in the 1700s, these paper puzzles were often used to send personal messages for Valentine’s Day. Each folded section of the purse would contain a message, revealed as the recipient carefully unfolded the intricate design.
The artistry of the puzzle purse can be traced back to the Japanese paper folding technique of tatogami (782-1185 CE), a precursor to origami. By the 1700s, the puzzle purse had made its way to England and the Americas, where it became a popular means of exchanging romantic messages.
Each student will be given a Viviva watercolor palette to use during class and to take home for future use. Viviva Watercolor Pans are beautifully handcrafted with a natural cork base, completely biodegradable, lightweight, and travel-friendly.
About your instructor-
Bella Chewning is an artist and tattooer, and is the owner of Toothpick Art Studio. She pursued a BFA in fine art and since then has worked professionally as a bronze smith and was involved in arts fundraising and non profit work. She now tattoos full time out of her studio at Toothpick.
Friday February 13th
4:00pm - 6:30pm
$35/student all supplies included (plus take home a Viviva watercolor palette)
ALL SALES ARE FINAL