Creative making: Victorian paper valentines

Tue Feb 10 2026 at 10:30 am to 12:30 pm UTC+00:00

National Library of Scotland | Edinburgh

National Library of Scotland
Publisher/HostNational Library of Scotland
Creative making: Victorian paper valentines
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Explore original Victorian paper valentines and create your own in this relaxed session.
About this Event

Join artist and antique valentine collector Tessa Asquith-Lamb for a sentimental morning creating layered paper valentines inspired by original Victorian ones.  

View 19th and early 20th century examples before making your own paper valentine card using reproduction Victorian ‘scraps’, pressed flowers, lace paper and silk ribbon. We will provide authentic poems to add, or you can write your own! 

All materials and tea and coffee will be provided.  

About the facilitator 

Tessa Asquith-Lamb is an artist and freelance art educator based in East Lothian. Her work reflects her love of stories and storytelling. Find out more about Tessa's work.   



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

National Library of Scotland, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 15.00

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