This masterclass runs 9.30 - 13.00 – cost £59.00

This half-day paper floristry Masterclass is inspired by Paula’s new book ‘Simple Paper Flowers’. You will learn how to create beautiful paper tulips, daffodils and foliage before constructing them into a Spring Willow Wreath.

Celebrity book quotes:

“I adore paper flowers – and Paula’s book brings absolute crafting joy! Her flower tutorials capture that delicate balance between delightfully realistic and yet simple to make.” – Kirstie Allsopp

“Oh my! I may have found my new obsession… Simple paper flowers has me bewitched with Paula’s beautifully fresh, modern and achievable style… I have eagerly awaited her debut book… it’s stunning!” – Stuart Hillard

Under Paula’s guidance you will cover:
•    Paper types and materials used to construct tulips, daffodils and foliage.
•    Time for you to create your own flowers using the techniques demonstrated and used in her ‘Simple Paper Flowers’ book. You can work at your own pace and make as many flowers as you would like as time allows.

Demonstrations will include:
•    Using floristry crepe paper to mould and create petals.
•    How to utilise the grain of the florist crepe for texture.
•    How to incorporate flower pip centres.
•    How quickly and simply you can create foliage (leaf and grass styles) in both card and crepe to add variety and texture to your creations.
•    Changing scale, thinking about colour varieties.
•    How to construct your wreath.
•    How to adapt your flowers into a buttonhole, a posy or bouquet.
•    Paula will also happily give guidance on recommended suppliers for materials.

Half-day Academy Masterclass tickets include: 
Cake and refreshments, all equipment and materials including: card, papers, crepe, wires, glue, and any other consumables.
Plus a complimentary ticket to visit the main show on Sunday afternoon.

On the day, each attendee will also have the opportunity to receive a signed copy of Simple Paper Flowers for a special show price of just £12! (Normal retail value £16.99)*.

Additional signed copies of the book will also be available on the day, at the full price of £16.99.

*Show book offer to attendees of this The Crafty Lass Half Day Masterclass only and limited to one copy per person.

Important Note: 
This class is suitable for beginners over the age of 16.

Meet the Tutor
Paula Milner

Paula Milner is a crafter, designer, author, tutor, sewist and illustrator.

In 2015, Paula established ‘The Crafty Lass’ with the aim to inspire adults to get creative in their busy lives. Paula has worked with some of the biggest names across the craft industry including as a Kirstie Allsopp ‘Expert’, Hobbycraft, The WI, and her nature inspired fabric ranges with Craft Cotton Co can be found in shops across the UK. Most recently, she has released several collections of hand carved woodblock designs with The Indian Block Print Co and is now an author with GMC Publications Ltd.

Paula is a Brand Ambassador for Brother Sewing Machines, part of the Cricut Crew and a Cricut Contributing Artist. The Crafty Lass has won a Theo Paphitis SBS award, had various national press, magazine and radio features, and briefly appeared on Channel 4’s Kirstie: Keep Crafting and Carry On.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

* Show times are subject to change. Please check the ICHF Events website for up to date timings.