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Make your tokens of love even more special by folding and painting a Victorian Puzzle Purse. Artist and educator Courtney Cerruti is a big fan of the form which originally appeared in the early 1700's and was popularized in the Victoria era. Use stamps and tempera sticks to decorate your paper, then learn tricks for easilly assembling this classic form.
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Square piece of drawing or mixed media paper. Courtney has a 12" square that will fold up to a note that is 4" square (note will always be one third the size of paper you start with)
- Ruler and pencil
- Rubber stamps and ink pads
- Tempera sticks like Ooly Chubbies
- Pens or other marking tools
- Optional: Post-It notes to protect surfaces
Downloads:
- Fold a puzzle purse
- Use tempera sticks to decorate paper
- Use rubber stamps
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Make a Victorian Puzzle Purse Reviews
58 users recommended this class to a friend
Feriba Grimes
This is such a fun class , I will have to practice more so my purse looks good .Courtney is an amazing teacher ,made me happy to watch it :)
2 days ago
Sandy Liu
Excellent class! I love it. First time hearing about Victorian Puzzle Purse, but it looks like a very thoughtful and creative way of making gifts for my friends. Thank you, Courtney!
3 days ago
Paule Sult
Exquisite valentine idea , but also true for all life occasions!
Great class
Thank you Courtney
March 9, 2026
