Demonstration & Instruction

"The difference between hand made and home made"

Card making is fun, easy and a great way of expressing your creativity. With only a few very basic tools, some simple tips and techniques you can be making cards and keepsakes that will amaze your family and friends for every occasion. Card designs can be as simple or as complicated as you desire, and you don't need huge amounts of spare time or money. The most effective designs can be created in less than half an hour, with just a few basic components.

The classes at the Papeterie are geared towards your ability and requirements. We try and give you a mixture of instruction and demonstration that will help develop techniques and skills that can be used across a variety of cards. The specific tools that are used in each class are included in the price, and are yours to take away to continue at home. Any consumables will also be provided, and will be on sale at a discounted rate in the shop during or after the class.

The room at the Papeterie is bright and spacious. There is ample parking and easy access for the disabled. Tea and coffee are available to the class if required.

The basic tools that are required are available to borrow. You may bring your own tools if you prefer.

We have a range of tools and accessories available for sale at the Papeterie at very reasonable prices.

If you have a particular interest or topic that you would like covered (Wedding Stationary for example) then let us know. we will try and accommodate you.

Group Sessions

Group classes or demonstrations can be arranged for any time, including evenings or weekends. Minimum group is six people. Ideal opportunity for teachers, mother & toddler groups, Woman’s Institute to receive expert guidance in the techniques of card making and paper craft.  These sessions can be tailored to your specific requirements.

Class Requests

If you have any requests for classes then please let us know. Our instructors will arrange requested classes and they will be included in future schedules.

Stained Glass Construction

Classes in Copper Foil Stained Glass technique under the instruction of Charlie from Aberdeen Stained Glass Studio can be arranged at The Papeterie. Projects include sun catchers, door panels. There are pictures of completed work and work in progress in our classroom. Charlie can be contacted directly on 0789 0009041.

Drawing Cartoons

People with very little “artistic” ability can be taught how to draw characters and cartoons. Andrew Morrice produces a monthly publication called “Granitoons” and is available for classes at The Papeterie. The Granitoons comic is also available for sale here at The Papeterie.  You may contact Andrew direct on 0776 1776966 or at granitoons@yahoo.co.uk. Samples of Andrews Work are on display in our classroom.