Paper Carousel Class Sample!

Here is my sample for the upcoming CASTLE class PAPER CAROUSEL, to be held Monday April 14th! Students will create a 'Woodland Animal Carousel' that spins on a 'lazy susan'. I've used some fabulous vintage hand-colored animal prints that came from Germany, as well as a combination of other paper-theatre images, gold dresden and green metallic crepe paper. The little gold saddles are actually dresden crowns - turned upside down! This should be a wonderful class, and I am already thinking of other 'themes' to use for future Carousel's!!!

For initial inspiration I found this wonderful 'Paper Circus' print-out online! As easy as it looks, it still took me about 2 1/2 hours to cut and assemble, and I didn't like how the spinning interior functions. Great idea, but hard to make it look good. (I'd recommend stiffening all your paper before you cut the pieces out.) Still, if you want to make your own 'Paper Carousel' and can't take my class, THIS is a fun one to try!

Comments

[Betzie]

Hi Ulla,
I just found your blog tonight. How delightful!!! You love everything I do! Is your class online or at your home? I adore this carousel!!!! I have to make one now and would love to take your class if it is online.
Just wonderful memories a carousel brings back to me...thank-you!

[Secret Leaves]

I love this. I have always had a thing for carousels. You are very talented, Ulla. :)

Sharon

[Rosa]

It is so sweet. It would take me weeks to finish. lol.

[Iva]

Oh I can't wait for April 14! Your creations are so beautiful, and you're such a wonderful teacher. Look forward to seeing you then...Iva

[d. Sharp]

so wonderful Ulla!

[Alice]

Your carousel is incredible! I do wish I could attend the class. Your ideas are such an inspiration! I adore this one.

[susanna]

Oh.my.god. I'm laughing out loud in sheer amazement at your creativity, Ulla! You are such a delight!

[Di Overton]

You have been given a - You Make My Day Award - at my blog today - Well deserved my dear

[Donna O.]

Looking forward to the 'fun ride". And even though you could 'spin' circles around us, you always take us with you on a special journey. You're an "e" ticket ride of a teacher, for sure!!
Better go, the Ambien is kicking in!!

[Nancy ~ Fete et Fleur]

Your carousel is incredible! I just downloaded the instructions for the other one. Wish me luck in putting it together.
:~)

Thanks for sharing this.
Nancy

[Mo'a]

Wonderful...I wish I could come and take your class...we need a Castle and you on the East Coast.

[rochambeau]

J'adore !
You are the BEST!
Constance

[Susan Jonssonss]

Ulla....I just love the carousel!!!! One of your most charming ideas yet...Bravo...I want one....Thanks for the inspiration....again and again you brighten my days! I am grateful to you.....

Susan

[Sharon at American Harvest]

Hi Ulla,
This is a fantastic design. I love the carousel. I took tons of pictures of carousels in Paris last May....I love them. Your ideas never fail, they are always clever and artistic. Well done, Ulla!!!
Sharon

[ben]

The Carausel and Doll Head and especially the Salt Pot are Brilliant and cute like all of your art ulla!

[Linda Harre]

Thank you Ulla......I just printed it off and thought it might be fun to use the outside and create my won middle:D We shall see......you are always finding something wonderful to share and I love it:D I adore the doll head! Just lovely and so unique.....thanks again.