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Learn the art of paper cutting at two events

art papercuttingValentine’s Day paper arts class

A book/paper arts workshop will be held from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 7 at Blue Ridge Books in Waynesville.

Led by Kent Stewart, participants will have the opportunity to make two simply constructed projects, especially for Valentine’s Day. One will be a specially designed handmade Valentine blank book that can be used for a journal, a sketchbook, or a memo pad. The other will be a woven paper Valentine heart that can be used as a small gift for that special Valentine. 

The construction of both will utilize simple tools and materials, all of which will be supplied. This is a workshop ideally suited to those who might not have made books or paper arts projects before. Simple measuring and some cutting with scissors is required. Some special, Valentine appropriate, materials will be furnished so that you can decorate the book for that special someone as a Valentine gift.  

If you have beads, buttons, small fabric remnants, photographs, or the like of your own, please bring them to the workshop. They might be used to embellish and personalize your book. 

Workshop cost is $8, in cash.

828.456.6000.

 

Paper cutting class in Franklin

A Scherenschnitte-Paper Cutting Workshop with Marcia Rowland will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Macon County Public Library in Franklin.

Rowland has been creating beautiful three-dimensional art (Scherenschnitte) out of paper for 40 years. The class will be a hands-on lesson in paper cutting where you will not only learn how to create beautiful works of art out of paper, but will also get to take your own creations home. 

Her work is often displayed at the library for everyone to enjoy. More classes will be scheduled on future Saturdays depending on interest and participation.

To signup, call 828.524.3600.

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