Guild of American Papercutters

03/30/2026

The April Crafty Hour theme is RAINY DAY WINDOWS
April 12
11:00am PT; 12:00pm MT; 1:00pm CT; 2:00pm ET; 7:00pm London

Prompt: Make papercut raindrops and umbrellas to brighten a rainy window or journal page.
Show us your latest projects, work on a cutting and enjoy the conversation with paper enthusiasts the world over. Crafty Hour is a monthly gathering FREE to GAP Members; find the Zoom link in your email.
Annual GAP dues are only $40, join at https://papercutters.org/

03/03/2026

Congratulations to the many GAP members featured in "Cut It Out: Papercutting Traditions and Beyond" at Racine Art Museum

Hannah Kohl, Lucrezia Bieler, WashingtonCuts Paper Cut Art and Silhouette Design, Carolyn Guest, Michael Velliquette, Myra Su, and Sam Wróbel - Sparrow Papercraft all have work in the exhibit.

See the show now through October 3, 2026. More info at

Janelle Washington Swipe, 2023 Paper and gold leaf 25 1/2 x 19 5/8 inches Collection of the Artist Photography: Courtesy of the Artist Cut It Out: Papercutting Traditions and Beyond February 18 – October 3, 2026 at Racine Art Museum Papercutting as a creative handcraft has roots in many cultures, ...

02/24/2026

The March Crafty Hour theme is PAPER GARDEN LAYERS.
March 8
11:00am PT; 12:00pm MT; 1:00pm CT; 2:00pm ET; 7:00pm London

Prompt: Build a layered paper garden with flowers, leaves, and insects.

Show us your latest projects, work on a cutting and enjoy the conversation with paper enthusiasts the world over. Crafty Hour is a monthly gathering FREE to GAP Members; find the Zoom link in your email.

Annual GAP dues are only $40, join at https://papercutters.org/

01/28/2026

February Workshop: Mindy Shapiro – Notan* Hearts Meets Zentangle®
Sunday, February 15, 2026, Zoom, 2 hours
Noon PT; 1:00pm MT; 2:00pm CT; 3:00pm ET; 8:00pm London; 9:00pm CET
$30, or $25.50 for GAP members
Register and more info at https://papercutters.org/event/gap-workshop-mindy-shapiro-notan-hearts-meets-zentangle/

Notan* Hearts Meets Zentangle® with GAP ex-President and longtime member Mindy Shapiro explores the balance of positive and negative space through heart-shaped Notan designs enhanced with Zentangle®-inspired heart patterns. Students will create bold compositions that combine symmetry, contrast, and intricate line work for a striking and meditative art experience.

Notan Hearts Meets Zentangle® with GAP ex-President and longtime member Mindy Shapiro explores the balance of positive and negative space through heart-shaped Notan designs enhanced with Zentangle®-inspired heart patterns. Students will create bold compositions that combine symmetry, contrast, and...

01/21/2026

February's Crafty Hour prompt is Papercut Love Notes!
Sunday, February 8
11:00am PT; 12:00pm MT; 1:00pm CT; 2:00pm ET; 7:00pm London

Create lace-like papercut notes or bookmarks to gift. Cut decorative edges, hearts, or initials, then fold into cards or attach to string.

Show us your latest projects, work on a cutting and enjoy the conversation with paper enthusiasts the world over. Crafty Hour is a monthly gathering FREE to GAP Members; find the Zoom link in your email.

Annual GAP dues are only $40, join at https://papercutters.org/

12/03/2025

December's Crafty Hour prompt is Reflections in Ice: Geometric Papercuts
Sunday, December 14
11:00am PT; 12:00pm MT; 1:00pm CT; 2:00pm ET; 7:00pm London

Suggested Output: Create geometric patterns that mimic the reflective, icy textures of winter. Think angular, abstract designs that represent frozen lakes, icy windows, and snow crystals. Participants can frame their geometric pieces or use them as decorative elements around the house.

Show us your latest projects, work on a cutting and enjoy the conversation with paper enthusiasts the world over. Crafty Hour is a monthly gathering FREE to GAP Members; find the Zoom link in your email.

Annual GAP dues are only $40, join at

11/25/2025

December Workshop: Paper Conjuring: Storytelling with Eddie

Sunday, Dec 7, 2026, Zoom
11:00am PT; 12:00pm MT; 1:00pm CT; 2:00pm ET; 7:00pm London

Free for members! Register and more info at https://papercutters.org/event/paper-conjuring/

Create your own stories using techniques of paper magic! In this workshop, instructor Confetti Eddie will be teaching how to make transformative, slowly expanding and metamorphosing paper folding and cutting patterns that you can use to tell your own (or an already favorite) story, for an audience large or small, of adults or children.

Attendees will learn various paper folding techniques, and how to make and tell a paper magic story. Eddie will explain elements such as story structuring, timing, what to prepare in advance, and how to engage your audience. His unique form or paper art is both inspirational and magical.

10/28/2025

November's Crafty Hour prompt is Autumn Leaf Mandalas!
Sunday, November 9
11:00am PT; 12:00pm MT; 1:00pm CT; 2:00pm ET; 7:00pm London

Show us your latest projects, work on a cutting and enjoy the conversation with paper enthusiasts the world over. Crafty Hour is a monthly gathering FREE to GAP Members; find the Zoom link in your email.

Annual GAP dues are only $40, join at https://papercutters.org/register/

10/21/2025

Free October Workshop!
Autumn Paper Landscape with Tiffany Budzisz
Sunday, October 26 on Zoom
11am PT; noon MT; 1pm CT; 2pm ET; 7pm London

Learn about scoring, sculpting, and layering cut paper while creating a fall landscape paper sculpture!

More info and registration at https://papercutters.org/event/gap-workshop-autumn-paper-landscape/

09/23/2025

October's crafty hour is Mindful Layers: Papercut Art for World Mental Health Day

Sunday, October12, 2025
11:00am PT; 12:00pm MT; 1:00pm CT; 2:00pm
ET; 7:00pm London time
Suggested Materials:

Colored paper in calming tones (blues, greens, or pastels)
Scissors or craft knife
Glue stick
Pen or marker for reflective words

GAP Members will find the crafty hour link in their email. Not a member? Sign up at https://papercutters.org/

09/16/2025

Big Congratulations to Harris Award Winners Lucrezia Bieler and Jerise Fogel! Both of them received high praise from their GAP peers for their contributions to the Guild, the papercutting community, and to papercutting as an art form.

Learn more about Lucrezia here: https://lubieler.com/
Learn more about Jeri here: https://wp.jerise.com/

The Harris Award is a life achievement award that honors an active member of the Guild of American Papercutters, and is the most prestigious honor that can be bestowed by the Guild upon a member.