Popular during the 18th and 19th centuries, the Victorian puzzle purse is an intricately folded and interlocked letter often hiding a small love token. Its origins are linked to early Japanese paper folding and the practice of "letterlocking," where folding and tucking paper without a seal protected the letter's security.
In this class you will learn the folds needed to create the puzzle purse as well as decorate them in a way that guides the unfolding to reveal a secret message. Enjoy tea and classical music while creating with fellow Victorian enthusiasts.
How cute would these be as a special holiday card?
Class Kit (Included): You will receive the following in your class kit:
- 1 pre-folded blank puzzle purse Paper sheets for puzzle purse folding - - Pencil for sketching
- Token to hide inside purse
The following classroom items will be provided to use during the class:
- Scissors
- Decorating Materials: stickers, rubber stamps, colored Pencils
This is a two hour in-person class. All materials for class are provided. Please feel free to bring anything else you are inspired by.
About PaperTams
Tammy Wright (aka PaperTams) has been journaling and hoarding stationery since she was 9 years old. In an effort to keep handwriting and penmanship alive she loves finding ways to encourage others to journal and write letters. Tammy has a bachelors degree in paper science and worked as a paper maker for over 20 years.