Learn to fashion a rose in all its stages and hypericum buds in this 3-session workshop. Using spun cotton and foam balls, construct petals and leaves with and without wire. In the first session build roses in various states of bloom; learn about basic construction as you stretch and build each bloom using different shades of crepe paper. In session 2, work on creating wired leaves and finalizing the roses. In the final session, build a hypericum using spun balls and wire to fill out the posy. Get a feel for the materials by building flowers out of heavy and extra fine crepe paper.

Beginners and seasoned crepe-paper enthusiasts are welcome.

All supplies are provided in a kit that is mailed to the address on file at least one week prior to the beginning of class (a supply fee of $45 is included in the course price). If you need your supplies mailed to a different address, please email us at Associates-StudioArts@si.edu. Please order at least one week prior to the class date to allow ample time for delivery.

Special Program Information

• The instructor is Karen Cadogan.
• This program includes 3 sessions, 3 hours each.
• NOTE: Registration will close for this program at 3 p.m. ET on Friday, May 2, 2025.

General Information

• This studio arts program is a Zoom Meeting to allow for patron and instructor interaction online.
• All Studio Arts programs require an online registration for each participant so that the instructor can provide individual attention to every student registered for the online program.
• This program will be recorded. Please see our FAQ for recording terms and conditions.
• Please refer to the "Materials for this program" section for any applicable supply list information and/or special documents for this program.
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