Quilling in the Gardens - Turtles in the Sea

Name: Quilling in the Gardens - Turtles in the Sea
Start: 2026-03-19T12:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-03-19T14:30:00-04:00
Location: 5827 Riverside Drive, Punta Gorda, FL, United States, Florida 33982

Schedule

Thu Mar 19 2026 at 12:00 pm to 02:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

5827 Riverside Drive, Punta Gorda, FL, United States, Florida 33982 | Punta Gorda, FL

Turtles In the Sea
Join us for a fun-filled morning of quilling at the Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens. Whether you're a seasoned quiller or just starting out, this in-person event is perfect for all skill levels. Immerse yourself in the art of quilling as you create a stunning design using colorful paper strips. Our experienced instructor, Kathy Peters, will be there to guide you every step of the way. EVERYTHING needed will be supplied, and you will even go home with extras! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to explore your artistic side!
This event will take place on The Pergola.
As with all our classes, you will be situated under a pergola, but outdoors and enjoying nature. Please bring a hat, sunscreen, and wear comfortable shoes. We hope this outdoor setting inspires a sense of adventure, creativity, and relaxation, making your day here memorable and filled with beauty.
Enjoy FULL ACCESS to The Gardens including the new ORIGAMI IN THE GARDEN exhibit!
About the Art & the Artist
The art of quilling, or paper filigree, has been in existence since the 15th century as a favorite pastime for nuns and monks in the monasteries. It has since enjoyed several resurgences with new styles and techniques, but the original heart of the art remains. Today, quilling has begun to experience yet another resurgence and many artists around the world have developed their own flair to make their creations their own. Kathy Peters has been quilling for nearly 20 years, displaying her art across the country and selling it around the world. Her style has evolved over the years, incorporating her love for watercolor painting in her work. She has enjoyed a variety of arts and crafts over the years, but was strongly drawn to quilling which as been her focus since. Kathy and her husband moved full-time to Southwest Florida in 2020 in the throes of the epidemic, so her showings here have been limited. She comes from the Utica area of Upstate New York where she exhibited and taught classes across New York State, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Georgia and Ohio.