Top 10 Best Paper Cutting classes, courses, learnings kits and gifts in the UK

During this three hour workshop you will learn how to use a scalpol knife to cut intricate designs from existing templates. You will learn various techniques which Silvina will talk you through step by step, and will be encouraged to experiment with colours and textures using a selection of papers to create your piece. You will create your own artwork which you can then take home with you. Your work can then be mounted into a frame and given as a present, or displayed in your own home. You will also learn how to create your own designs for future artworks. All materials will be provided, including the lights, and you will get to go home with one small but wonderful artwork ready to frame and hang on your wall. Ticket price includes: 3 hours of teaching from Artist Silvina De Vita to make your own Christmas decor for your house. All materials, including box frame and lights Tea, coffee, biscuits and cake (please inform us of any dietary requirements in advance) Classes are limited to 8 spaces so please be quick if you would like to book. Tea and cake included. Silvina is been a paper cutter for 9 years, she has been published in several books about Paper Cutting and did several paper illustration for publications. She is an illustrator and graphic designer, paper cutter and very experienced teacher, excited to pass on these skills to other makers.

A great opportunity to learn the basic techniques of screen printing onto fabric with an experienced teacher. Screen printing with paper stencils is a brilliant starting point for learning the process of pulling ink through an open screen to create your own unique designs and is easy to set up at home. The studio is a wonderful environment to try something new and creative. This session is a private class for one, so can be tailored to suit your requirements, whether you are totally new to screen printing or would like to refresh your skills and try new techniques. Helen will guide you through the whole process, from the equipment needed to showing samples and discussing ideas. After making a simple test print, you'll then have time to draw and create paper stencils using scissors and/or scalpel, ready to print a design onto a tote bag, tea towel, or piece of fabric. Additional items can be bought on the day or you can bring your own materials if you want to practice more as time allows. For a minimal cost, I can also make up a cushion from any fabric you print onto, to pick up or post at a later date. You are welcome to explore the many books and visual references in the studio to inspire and help you get started. There will be plenty of time to experiment and pick and choose colours from the studio collection or even mix your own inks. All inks are water-based. Price includes a choice of a tote bag, tea towel or 40cm square of fabric for each participant. A range of kids size t-shirts is also available. Additional items may be purchased if required. You can also bring along your own item of clothing or fabric to print on to - 100% cotton, light-coloured fabric is best. Please note that this class does not involve the photographic process of exposing images onto a screen. Information can be supplied about this process but we will only be using paper stencils in this session given the short time frame.