Block carving: Holiday cards & gift tags
🗓️ Saturday, Dec. 5th (2 sessions available)
📍 Friend Museum (Pioneer Square), Seattle
Learn the basics of block carving and use your new skills to carve a set of holiday cards & gift tags to give to family & friends this season. All the tools needed for the class will be provided. No experience (or drawing skills) are required. 🎄
⭐️ All attendees will leave with a block stamp they carve, as well as 8 holiday cards & gift tags.
📝 Note: It is recommended that you come with a simple idea that can be carved on a 4 × 6 block.
🖼️ Key class takeaways:
Tips on picking a holiday design to carve
Instructions on how to transfer a design to a block of Speedy Carve
101 on how to safely use tools to make marks and carve a design
Carving techniques to make your design come to life on the cards & tags
Key class takeaways
All attendees will leave with their design on a block and a set of holiday gift cards & tags to use this holiday season.
Learning about materials to make cards using block-printed stamps and the safe handling of carving tools.
Tips on selecting a design and learning how to transfer the design from paper to block.
Carving techniques and markmaking using carving tools.
Holiday fun in a cozy & welcoming atmosphere!
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, go ahead and register for the class!
-
Yes! This class is perfect for first-time carvers or those with some experience who would like to learn more. I will do my best to adjust the instruction to each student so everyone has a chance to learn something new.
-
Adults 18 and up.
-
Click on the “sign up” button and follow the instructions to select a date and make a payment. Please note: your seat is not secured until payment is made.
-
The minimum number of participants is 3, and the maximum is 8. If the class minimum is not met 5 days prior. To the class, you will be refunded.
-
No refunds will be provided if you have to cancel within two weeks of the class date. If you have an emergency come up on short notice or are feeling sick, please consider gifting your seat to a family member or friend. Please reach out to me so we can plan accordingly— I’m happy to help try to make this work for both of us.
-
That’s not a problem! I’m happy to answer any questions you may have. Just click on the “get in touch” button, and we can chat more.
Class location and details
Transportation:
Paid street parking is available as well as garage parking.
If you are taking the Lightrail, the Pioneer Square Station would be the closest stop.
Food & Drinks:
Friend Museum has a full cafe, snacks, and beverages available for purchase before or during class.
83 S. King Street
Suite 100
Seattle, WA 98104