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2-Day Paper Art and Kirigami Workshop Weekend "Create Magical Paper Art" with Cecilia in Senigallia, Italy
2-Day Paper Art and Kirigami Workshop Weekend "Create Magical Paper Art" with Cecilia in Senigallia, Italy
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Discover the Art of Paper Cutting in a Creative Weekend in Italy
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of paper art during a two-day creative workshop weekend with artist Cecilia in Senigallia, Italy. Discover the beauty of traditional paper-cutting techniques, learn to transform simple sheets of paper into delicate artworks, and explore the creative possibilities of pop-up cards, paper sculptures and atmospheric Kirigami lamps.
Hosted at Cecilia's spacious, eco-friendly farmhouse in the beautiful Marche region, this hands-on paper art experience brings together creativity, nature, and the pleasure of making things by hand.
Over two days, you'll take part in four different creative workshops, experimenting with scissors, glue, pencils and craft knives to create your own unique paper artworks. You'll also discover how natural elements, such as leaves collected from the surrounding landscape, can become part of your artistic creations.
Between the workshops, enjoy shared vegetarian food, relaxed conversations and the peaceful atmosphere of Cecilia's home. You can even stay overnight in one of the cosy apartments at Casa Natura and turn your workshop into a memorable creative getaway in Italy.
Whether you're interested in paper cutting, Kirigami, handmade crafts or simply looking for a different kind of artistic experience during your stay in Italy, this creative weekend invites you to slow down, experiment and discover something new.
What You'll Do in This 2-Day Paper Art Workshop in Senigallia
During this creative weekend, you'll explore four different paper art techniques and create a collection of handmade artworks to take home.
Saturday: Discover Paper Art & Create 3D Paper Designs
10:00–12:30 | Turn an Old Book into a Magical Fairy Tale
Give an old book a completely new life! Using scissors, glue and pencils, you'll transform its pages into a little magical fairy tale. Draw and cut out small characters, play with shapes and compositions, and bring your own imaginative paper story to life.
12:30–15:00 | Shared Vegetarian Lunch
Take a creative break and enjoy a vegetarian lunch together, featuring organic olive oil and local products. It's a lovely opportunity to get to know the other participants and share inspiration.
15:00–17:30 | Create a 3D Pop-Up Greeting Card
Discover the fascinating world of three-dimensional paper design! You'll create your own handmade greeting card featuring a surprising pop-up element. Learn how to cut, fold and arrange paper to create a design that unfolds into a little three-dimensional artwork.
Saturday Evening | Time to Relax
The evening is free for you to relax, explore the area or enjoy dinner together. The apartments have fully equipped kitchens, and the town centre, with its restaurants and pizzerias, is approximately 5 km away.
Sunday: Explore Traditional Paper Cutting & Kirigami
09:30–12:00 | Create Your Own Paper-Cut Artwork Inspired by Nature
Discover the traditional art of paper cutting and learn how to create delicate patterns, shapes and intricate designs using a craft knife.
Cecilia will introduce you to the possibilities of this beautiful paper-cutting technique, including how to incorporate natural elements into your work. You can collect leaves from the surrounding landscape and use their shapes and textures as inspiration for an original paper-cut artwork.
12:00–14:30 | Shared Sunday Lunch
Continue the creative weekend with a relaxed shared lunch. Everyone brings something to share, creating a friendly, communal meal. When the weather is nice, you can enjoy a picnic outdoors surrounded by nature.
14:30–16:30 | Create a Decorative Kirigami Paper Lamp
Explore the Japanese art of Kirigami, a paper-cutting technique in which patterns are cut into paper without completely removing the cut sections.
You'll use this technique to create a decorative table lamp or paper lantern. As light shines through the delicate patterns, your handmade creation will produce a beautiful, atmospheric effect.
Past workshops have included the creation of decorative Christmas table-centre lanterns. The finished pieces can be wonderfully individual, depending on the patterns and designs you choose.
16:30 | Herbal Tea, Biscuits & Farewell
End your creative weekend with natural herbal teas, biscuits and a relaxed goodbye. Take home your handmade paper artworks, new creative inspiration and lovely memories of your time in Senigallia.
Why You'll Love This Paper-Cutting and Kirigami Workshop Weekend
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Four creative workshops in one weekend: Explore book art, 3D pop-up paper design, traditional paper cutting and Kirigami.
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Learn from a multidisciplinary artist: Discover different artistic approaches with Cecilia, an architect and artist with experience in painting, sculpture and creative object design.
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Connect with nature: Use leaves and natural shapes collected from the surrounding landscape as inspiration for your paper-cut creations.
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Create your own handmade artworks: Make unique pieces to take home, from imaginative book illustrations to pop-up cards and decorative paper lamps.
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A creative getaway in Italy: Enjoy two days of hands-on art activities in a spacious, eco-friendly farmhouse in Senigallia.
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Share meals and inspiration: Connect with fellow creative travellers during vegetarian lunches, shared meals and relaxed breaks.
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Small-group experience: With a minimum of 5 and maximum of 10 participants, the workshop offers an intimate and welcoming atmosphere.
Meet Your Artist and Workshop Host:
"Hi, I'm Cecilia!
I graduated in Architecture in Venice and have explored many different artistic disciplines throughout my creative journey, including painting and sculpture.re
I'm passionate about creating objects from discarded materials and natural elements that I find in my surroundings. I also design furniture, decorative objects and lamps, always enjoying the process of transforming simple or unexpected materials into something beautiful and meaningful.
Together with my family, I chose to build an eco-friendly home using principles of bio-architecture here in the Marche region of Italy. Today, I love sharing this special place and my artistic passions with others.
My creative work is inspired by a continuous search for beauty, simplicity and lightness. I believe that everyone can benefit from the freedom to create, play and experiment with new ideas.
Surrounded by a beautiful natural landscape, my home offers an inspiring environment where you can slow down, reconnect with your creativity and discover the joy of making things by hand.
I look forward to welcoming you to Casa Natura and sharing my love of paper art with you!"
About the Venue: Casa Natura in Senigallia, Italy
The workshops take place at Cecilia's home, a spacious and eco-friendly farmhouse in Senigallia, in the Marche region of central Italy.
Casa Natura offers a relaxed and welcoming environment for creative workshops, shared meals and spending time together. The natural surroundings provide plenty of inspiration for your paper-cutting and nature-inspired art projects.
The property also offers three apartments, with accommodation for approximately 8–10 guests in total.
One of the apartments, Alice's House, has a kitchen and two bedrooms. The other apartments accommodate approximately 2–3 people each.
Staying at Casa Natura allows you to combine a hands-on paper art workshop in Italy with a peaceful countryside-inspired getaway and the opportunity to connect with other creative people.
All You Need to Know About the Paper Art Workshop Weekend with with Cecilia in Senigallia, Italy:
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Pricing: €120 per person
This is the net fee received by the artist/instructor and includes:
- Two full days of creative activities
- Four different paper art workshops
- All workshop materials
- Saturday's vegetarian lunch
- Herbal teas at the farewell gathering
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Duration: 2 days (Saturday and Sunday)
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Workshop sessions: 4 different creative workshops
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Total workshop time: Approximately 9.5 hours
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Group size: Minimum 5, maximum 10 participants
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Location: Casa Natura, Senigallia, Marche, Italy
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Host: Cecilia Pirovini
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Languages: English, Italian
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Skill level: Beginner-friendly
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Workshop format: Two-day weekend program
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Materials: All materials for the four creative workshops are included
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Meals: Saturday vegetarian lunch and farewell herbal teas are included. Sunday lunch is a shared meal, with each participant bringing something to contribute.
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Accommodation: Optional accommodation at Casa Natura, available separately.
Accommodation Options at Casa Natura
Would you like to make a full weekend getaway out of your creative experience? You can stay directly at Casa Natura in one of Cecilia's apartments.
Option 1: Double Room in a Shared Apartment
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€70 per night for 1 or 2 people
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A double bedroom in an apartment with a total capacity of four guests.
Option 2: Private Apartment
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€90 per night for an independent apartment with a double bedroom.
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Additional sofa-bed sleeping space available for a €30 supplement.
Special accommodation rates are available for guests staying both Friday and Saturday nights.
Please enquire about accommodation availability when arranging your workshop booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a paper-cutting workshop?
A paper-cutting workshop is a hands-on creative class in which you use cutting tools to transform paper into decorative designs, patterns and artworks. In this workshop, you'll explore traditional paper-cutting techniques and discover how to create your own paper art, including nature-inspired designs and decorative lamps.
What will I learn during this two-day paper art workshop?
You'll explore four different creative techniques: Transforming an old book into a fairy tale, creating a 3D pop-up greeting card, making an original paper-cut artwork and designing a decorative Kirigami table lamp.
What is the difference between paper cutting and Kirigami?
Paper cutting involves using scissors or a craft knife to cut shapes and patterns into paper. Kirigami is a Japanese paper art technique that combines cutting and folding to create intricate designs, often without completely removing the cut sections. In this workshop, you'll use Kirigami to create a decorative lamp that allows light to shine through your patterns.
Can I use natural materials in my paper art?
Yes! During the paper-cutting session, you can collect leaves from the surrounding natural landscape and use their shapes and textures as inspiration for your artwork.
How many people can participate?
The workshop is organised for groups of at least 5 and up to 10 participants.
Is accommodation available at the workshop venue?
Yes! Casa Natura offers three apartments with a total capacity of approximately 8–10 guests. You can choose between a double room in a shared apartment or an independent apartment. Accommodation is booked and paid for separately.
Are meals included in the workshop price?
A vegetarian lunch on Saturday, featuring organic olive oil and local products, is included. Sunday lunch is a shared meal where everyone brings something to contribute. Herbal teas are served at the farewell gathering.
Do I need previous paper-cutting experience?
The workshop offers guided, hands-on activities with several different paper art techniques, also suitable for beginners.
Ready for a Creative Weekend in Italy?
Discover the joy of paper art, learn traditional paper-cutting and Kirigami techniques, and create four unique handmade artworks with artist Cecilia Pirovini.
Spend a weekend surrounded by nature, creativity and good company at Casa Natura in Senigallia.
Join this two-day paper art workshop in Italy and turn simple sheets of paper into something extraordinary!
