Minnesota Historical Society Program: Historical Craft Workshop: Crepe Paper Flower Series.
Participants will: 1) learn how to create a holiday decoration using paper, glue, and other inexpensive materials 2) learn about the history of paper flower making and other paper craft creations throughout the world, 3) appreciate the beauty of this inexpensive art form, 4) search for additional materials on paper crafts and start a new hobby.
Participants: 1) created a holiday decoration (paper wreath) 2) learned new, and sometimes surprising, historical facts about paper flowers and their use in decorating for special occasions (weddings, funerals, proms etc.) 3) gained an appreciation for the beauty of this inexpensive art form, 4) received additional resources on paper crafts, including the symbolism of wreaths in various cultural and religious practices.