PaperConnection

Holiday Sale & International Market for Fall-Winter 2025
2025-11-29 11:00 - 2025-12-06 15:00 (America/New_York) | Hope Artiste Village, Art Annex, 999 Main Street, Unit #109, Pawtucket, RI, 02860, United States
Saturday November 29th & December 6th, 11am-3:00pm

The Art Annex, 999 Main St Unit #109, Pawtucket, RI 02860
Please stop by to say “hi” and check out the gorgeous items for sale in our hallway table and inside shop. Lauren will be in-house to help troubleshoot your paper, fiber, and book arts queries and quandaries.
Check or cash preferred. We do take credit cards, but there is a transaction fee.
Your purchases will help sustain our studio, allow us to keep building out the space and help us to bring in diverse educators and programming around the subject of book, paper and fiber arts.
Of course, donations are most appreciated!
For inquiries email theartannexri@gmail.com about specific papers. Also please check out shop.paperconnection.com and/or call Paper Connection — M-TH 401.454.1436 to make an appointment.

Papermaking Basics: Embedding Techniques
2025-11-30 10:00 - 16:00
ONE SPOT LEFT!
This workshop is for beginners and non-beginners and we will focus on embedding inclusions and experiencing the elegant translucency of paper made by hand.
Papermaking pulp and tools will be provided for making 5×8 in.=. and 8×11 in. sheets. Various items to embed will also be provided, but please bring your own!

Suggestions: other decorative paper, printed matter, handwritten letters, leaves, petals, twigs, rope, string, wire, fabric on the thin side, decals, stamps, etc.

Please note:

We encourage you to bring your own water and snacks. It’s likely that we will pause to have a quick bite at some point in the afternoon.
If you desire—please bring your own favorite apron, and wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
Paper may not be dry by the end of class, so you can bring home in plastic bag or pick up at a later date.
If you have any questions, please reach out to theartannexri@gmail.com or call Monday – Thursday (401)454-1436.

CANCELLED until further notice Lunar New Year 's Decorations
2026-02-22 12:00 - 14:00
A fun family event, where you can create beautiful paper decorations for the Year of the Horse, or whatever you want to celebrate with Paper Connection’s staff.

$8.00/person pay at the door.

Paper Thread Workshop
2026-02-28 13:00 - 16:00
Learn how to make paper thread using hanji and a drop spindle. We will start with a sheet of hanji (handmade Korean paper) that is folded, cut, then manipulated and handspun into a one-ply thread. This contemporary method, developed by Aimee Lee, is rooted in Korean and Japanese traditions.
All skill levels welcome and most supplies will be provided, including x-acto knives, cutting mats, spray bottles, and hanji sheets provided by Paper Connection. We will have drop spindles available, but recommend bringing your own. If you have time to purchase before the class, this is our recommendation: https://woolery.com/products/louet-octo-drop-spindle
Please bring your patience and openness to failure being part of the learning process!
If you have any questions, please write to paperconnection1@gmail.com or call us Monday – Thursday (401)454-1436.

Workshop: Handmade Decorative Boxmaking
2026-03-07 12:00 - 16:00
Join seasoned boxmaker, Deborah McCarthy, on Saturday March 7th, from 12-4pm, to learn how to make your own handmade decorative box: from top to bottom, including the lid and closure.
You’ll start by selecting from a variety of decorative handmade papers, courtesy of Paper Connection. Then, you will learn how to plan, measure, cut, and wrap your box for a unique design. At the end of the workshop, each student will go home with a finished box and the skills to make more on their own!
All materials and papers will be supplied.
If you have any questions, please write to paperconnection1@gmail.com or call Monday – Thursday (401)454-1436.

Vietnamese Handmade Paper Techniques
2026-03-14 13:00 - 16:00
This is a special opportunity to learn traditional Vietnamese papermaking techniques from a pro!

For centuries, traditional Vietnamese papermaking communities across the country made handmade paper for spiritual and mundane use. In this workshop, we will learn traditional Vietnamese papermaking techniques using the liềm seo (bamboo woven screen) and khung seo (two-part wooden frame) to make paper. We will work with paper mulberry and work in various sizes—9 x 12 in. and 12 x 18 in.
Instruction will cover fiber preparation, hand beating, sheet formation, pressing, drying using traditional equipment, and demos for manipulating the bark for textile design. Expect to gain knowledge on traditional Vietnamese papermaking techniques and its history related to craft artforms, while also expanding your own papermaking studio practice.

Please note:
If you desire, please bring your own favorite apron, and wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
Paper may not be dry by the end of class, so you can bring home in plastic bag or pick up at a later date.
If you have any questions, please reach out to theartannexri@gmail.com or call Paper Connection: Monday – Thursday (401) 454-1436.

May 3rd Workshop: Origami for Kids & Adults: Celebrate Children's Day
2026-05-03 14:00 - 16:30
Join us on Sunday for a fun, family-friendly event, where you will learn what happens on Children’s Day- (May 5th- in Japan) through folding paper.
MAY 3rd 2-4:30pm at the Art Annex, 999 Main St., Unit 109, Pawtucket, RI
You can pay at the door, just call 401-454-1436 to reserve your spot.
$8 for a single ticket, $16 for a family (just buy 2 tickets)
Plenty of free parking!
If you have any questions, please write to paperconnection1@gmail.com or call Monday – Thursday (401)454-1436.

Off the Canvas: Embroidery on Paper
2026-05-09 13:00 - 15:00
Ever tried sewing or how about embroidering on paper instead of cloth?
Join our local genius-with-a-needle, Molly Smith, to learn how to add original texture and shapes to pretty papers. Attendees will learn embroidery techniques and simple stitches that can be used to create personalized art on paper.
All materials provided, including a variety of specialty papers from Paper Connection for each attendee!
Each participant will learn how to:

Choose and work with thread
Transfer designs to paper
Thread a needle for embroidery
Use simple stitches, including backstitch, satin stitch, and split stitch to create shapes and fill
Tie off your threads and finishing

This event will run from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM

UNDER 14 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

Workshop: Pulp Painting, Pulp Collage
2026-06-06 10:00 - 16:00
Join special guest instructor Oded Daniely for a one-day workshop on Saturday, June 6th from 10am-4pm, introducing participants to the basics of pulp painting with pigmented fiber and collage using handmade paper.
Through demonstration and guided practice, students will explore mark -making, layering, and composition within handmade paper, and create painterly works that merge papermaking processes with expressive image-making.

All fiber, pigments and other materials provided for this COLORFUL weekend.
Start at 10am and end at 4pm.
No experience necessary.

NOTES :
Bring your own favorite apron and wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting wet.
We will take a short “lunch” break . Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages.
Plenty of free parking around Hope Artiste Village. Also, the “R” bus line stops right in front!
Students must be an adult 18 years or older, unless accompanied by an adult.

If you have any questions, please write to paperconnection1@gmail.com or call Monday – Thursday (401)454-1436.

Workshop: Tiny Books!
2026-06-27 10:00 - 13:00
Join artist, graphic designer and bookmaker Andre Lee Bassuet, on Saturday , SATURDAY, JUNE 27th from 10am-1pm. Andre will guide students in creating 2 different bindings in miniature!
A $5.00 materials fee will be due to instructor at beginning of workshop. Decorative papers from Paper Connection will be included in the fee.
If you have any questions, please write to paperconnection1@gmail.com or call (401)454-1436. Monday – Thursday.

Workshop: Handmade Decorative Box 2
2026-06-28 12:00 - 16:00
Join seasoned boxmaker, Deborah McCarthy, on Sunday, June 28th, from 12-4pm, to learn how to make your own handmade decorative box: with telescoping lid and closure.
You’ll start by selecting from a variety of decorative handmade papers, courtesy of Paper Connection. Then, you will learn how to plan, measure, cut, and wrap your box for a unique design. At the end of the workshop, each student will go home with a finished box and the skills to make more on their own!
An additional $15.00 materials fee is due to instructor at start of workshop.
If you have any questions, please write to paperconnection1@gmail.com or call Monday – Thursday (401)454-1436.
