Framed Paper Squash Blossoms:
A Botanical Craft & Culinary Experience
Join us at Salt Water Farm for a hands-on workshop celebrating the beauty of summer gardens through the art of paper botanicals. Taught by Anneli Skaar, a local artist who has been teaching the creation of intricate paper botanicals for years, this session guides you through crafting delicate paper squash blossoms from fine Italian crepe paper. Anneli will share her techniques for shaping petals, forming realistic textures, wiring floral structures, and adding natural-looking depth. You’ll also explore watercolor detailing, learning shading and highlighting methods that bring your creation to life.
This workshop is hosted in the serene setting of Salt Water Farm and includes a seasonal luncheon prepared by chef Alyson Flemming, featuring fresh, garden-inspired flavors.
What You’ll Learn:
- The history of paper botanicals
- Building botanical forms with European style crepe paper
- Shaping, sculpting, and wiring techniques for realistic structure
- Watercolor methods for natural shading and petal detail
- Tips for styling, displaying, or incorporating your blossoms into a decorative shadow box
Included:
All materials, watercolor supplies, shadow box frame, instruction from Anneli Skaar, and a locally inspired luncheon by Alyson Flemming.