Event Details
Saturday 28 March 2026 | 10am - 3.30pm
Price: £100
Includes garden entry
Learn how to make delicate paper flowers using recycled paper, card and wire and develop them into a beautiful spring wreath or posy.
About the session
In this beginner-friendly workshop, you will design and create a wreath or posy using paper techniques to replicate delicate spring flowers. Guided by paper artist Kim Bevan using eco-friendly materials like paper, card and wire, you will be taught how to assemble your piece to be a long-lasting and unique decoration, a wonderful way to welcome in the new season.
Materials
All materials will be provided on the day.
Participants are welcome to bring any paper (including wrapping paper) they would like to recycle.
Refreshments
Tea and coffee will be provided.
We will break for lunch, so please bring a packed lunch. The Carriage House Café will be open for hot meals, soup, and sandwiches.
Meeting point
Please meet at 9.50am at the top garden gate next to the Stables for a prompt start at 10am.
Accessibility
The Old Potting Shed is fully accessible, including an accessible toilet.
If you have any questions about accessibility or require a carer ticket, please email [email protected]
About the artist
Paperbased is run by Kim Bevan, an artist and teacher who provides workshops for all ages here at Chatsworth, and in her studio in Sheffield.
In her own practice, she explores 3D folding techniques within books, along with creating artwork using paper cutting and printmaking.
For more information about Paperbased visit @paperbasedarts on Instagram.
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