Eco-Friendly Christmas Gift Wrap: 3 Hour Workshop
Step into the world of sustainable creativity with Rowan's Christmas workshop, "Eco-Friendly Gift Wrap: Design and Block Print Your Own Furoshiki." Join us for a hands-on experience that combines making with eco-consciousness, as you learn to design, carve, and block print your very own reusable Furoshiki gift wraps.
Workshop Highlights:
- Embrace Sustainable Art: Discover the beauty of eco-friendly gift wrapping using the traditional Japanese technique of Furoshiki. Uncover the art of reducing waste while elevating your gift-giving with reusable and personalized fabric wraps. You can also print your motifs onto Christmas cards.
- Design, Carve and Print: Unleash your artistic talents as you design and carve unique rubber stamps. Rowan will guide you through the process, helping you print your motifs onto fabric and cards.
- Take Home Your Masterpieces: Leave the workshop with your own hand-printed Furoshiki wrap, Christmas cards and any rubber stamps you carve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can kids do the workshop?
Kids 12 and over are welcome to buy a ticket as long as they are accompanied by a paying adult.
Do you need to be able to do draw to do the workshop?
Nope! Drawing skills are a bonus but not a necessity.
Is there parking near the venue? What about public transport?
The venue is just across the road from the West Ryde train station and there is plenty of parking near the station.
Do I need to bring anything to class?
Everything that you need will be provided. If you would like to bring along some design ideas (printouts, Pinterest board etc) then you will get a head start on the design process. Leave your inner perfectionist at home though - she is not required!
What do I get at the end of the class?
You will go home with your finished blocks, prints and a new set of skills!
Meet Your Teacher
Rowan Sivyer is an Australian printmaker who has been honing her craft for over a decade. She genuinely loves sharing what she knows with others and has been teaching art workshops since 2017. Rowan's favourite moment is when a student prints their first block and the look of surprise and delight on their face when they think 'Wow! I did that!'
