Marbling on paper is an ancient art that revolves around floating paint/pigment on a vat of thickened water and then using a stylus or combs to create a variety of patterns. It is a magical process which got its name because some of the papers actually look like marble. It has been extensively used as book end pages and covers before multiple color printing.

During this workshop you will learn how to drop the paint, use the combs and stylus, and how to lay the paper down on the vat. You will get the basic recipes for the materials needed and learn four basic patterns that are the basis of traditional patterns. Also, you will leave with your own papers you will be able to use in a variety of the paper arts. All experience levels are welcome. Please wear clothes that can get dirty.

Instructor: TBD

REGISTRATION

Register by: Tuesday, July 14, 2026

To register:

1. Please email Mary Holland to register – include name, phone number, and best email address to contact you
2. Please send a check for the cost to Midwest Marbling, 228 Cecil Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 or pay via PayPal (add a $2 processing charge) and specify the date of the workshop you want.

COST

• Members $152 (Workshop + Materials + PayPal Fee)
• Non-Members $182 (Workshop + Materials + 1 Year Membership + PayPal Fee)

All tools & materials will be provided. This is a hands-on workshop so come dressed to play with paint.

Boxes can make perfect gifts — for jewelry or pens or special momentoes. They are also a perfect way to use your marbled papers. In this workshop you will learn to make two boxes from a basic box structure: a small square box with a fit-in top and a pencil/pen box with a hinged top. All supplies will be provided including marbled papers but feel free to bring your own paper to use. Sheets should be at least 16 x 20 in size (or bring two sheets with the same color scheme and pattern). Come, enjoy the day and have two boxes plus the knowledge to make more! No marbling knowledge needed.

Instructor: Lisa Nordmeyer

REGISTRATION

Register by: Saturday, August 8, 2026

To register:

1. Please email Lisa Nordmeyer to register – include name, phone number, and best email address to contact you
2. Please send a check for the cost to Midwest Marbling, 228 Cecil Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 or pay via PayPal (add a $2 processing charge) and specify the date of the workshop you want.

COST

• Members $152 (Workshop + Basic Materials + PayPal Fee)
• Non-Members $182 (Workshop + Basic Materials + 1-year Membership + PayPal Fee)