{"title":"Workshops and Events","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Paper Mouse hosts creative events of all kinds, from art workshops where you can learn a skill or try an inspiring project, to themed community gatherings with fun activities and tasty treats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-art-of-the-botanical-flat-lay-spring-flowers","title":"The Art of the Botanical Flat Lay | Spring Flowers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Saturday, May 2, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e Teens and adults\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $35\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elizabeth Pyle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJoin artist Elizabeth Pyle of Bottle Branch stationery for a very special workshop at The Paper Mouse! She’ll guide participants through the process of arranging and photographing a botanical flat lay, a popular technique where objects are arranged on a flat surface and photographed from above. Flat lays with flowers, leaves and other natural elements have enduring popularity and appeal, and form the basis of the art of Bottle Branch. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEnjoy spring flowers in a tangible way during this workshop as you try your hand at your own botanical flat lay. Working with real seasonal flowers and foliage, you’ll arrange and design your own flat lay on a white board, exploring elements of design and considering color, shape and texture. You’ll then learn how to best photograph your flat lay, experimenting with natural and artificial light.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eParticipants should bring a phone or digital camera they are already comfortable using, as the workshop will focus on setting up the shot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eParticipants should bring: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFloral shears or plant clippers (extras will be provided for those who need them)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA camera or smartphone for photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA small empty jar to bring home leftover flowers (optional)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Paper Mouse","offers":[{"title":"5\/2\/26 Saturday | 1:00pm - 2:30pm","offer_id":44699793785061,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/9354\/files\/20260502_flatlay.jpg?v=1773161710"},{"product_id":"mindful-bullet-journaling-illustration-techniques","title":"Mindful Bullet Journaling + Illustration Techniques","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sunday, May 31, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13+\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $45 (bring your own journal, other supplies included)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rayna Lo\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGain control over your schedule. Create space for your thoughts with art. Develop creative habits. Find meaning through reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the benefits of bullet journaling through Rayna’s easy-to-follow drawing instructions and reflection-provoking prompts. In this workshop, you’ll learn how bullet journaling can help you unlock your creativity and keep track of everything that is important to you. Learn to make customized templates to organize your thoughts, schedule, and life with fun and simple illustration techniques. You’ll be able to create your own planner and turn any journal into a powerful tool that works for your unique lifestyle. We’ll also dive deep into journal prompts and explore our personal values to help us be more reflective and intentional with our lives. Beginners welcome and no experience necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRayna is an artist living in Greater Boston, MA. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Paper Mouse","offers":[{"title":"5\/31\/26 Sunday | 1:00pm - 3:00pm","offer_id":46354035507429,"sku":"","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/9354\/files\/20260531_journal_8b534a61-fda5-4ef3-938b-5fa1e4030b94.jpg?v=1778366084"},{"product_id":"tea-and-flowers-with-maileg-and-the-paper-mouse","title":"Tea + Flowers Party with Maileg x The Paper Mouse","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate: \u003c\/strong\u003eSaturday, May 30, 2026\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTime: \u003c\/strong\u003e11:00 am–2:00 pm\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAge Group: \u003c\/strong\u003e7+ (see below)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrice: \u003c\/strong\u003eFree (RSVP required for additional perks)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our event space at 1280 Washington Street\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eJoin us for a Maileg Mouse Party with tea and flowers! Relax with a cup of tea at this family-friendly event while making paper flowers and coloring cute mouse illustrations. Don’t forget to bring your favorite Maileg mice to play with and make new friends! And when you're done, make some memories by taking a photo in our flower-filled photo booth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMake sure to RSVP to \u003ca href=\"mailto:rsvp@studiopatron.mom?subject=A%20Mouse%20Party:%20Maileg%20x%20The%20Paper%20Mouse\u0026amp;body=Yes,%20I%20will%20attend!%0D%0AMy%20Name:%20%0D%0A#%20of%20Attendees:%20\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ersvp@studiopatron.mom\u003c\/a\u003e to get the additional perks below! Please include your name, the number of people who will attend, and their ages if they are children. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChildren ages 3–6 may attend if a guardian stays with them. This is a fun family activity to do together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBonus Perks for Everyone who sends an RSVP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone who RSVPs to this event will have a chance to get a special gift with purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first 25 RSVP'd customers to arrive at the event will get a free goodie bag with Maileg and Paper Mouse items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe first 18 customers to spend $75+ will get a Cheese Bell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe first 12 customers to spend $100+ will get a Hot Chocolate Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmong those who spend more than $150, we'll choose 4 winners to each receive a special gift of 1 Best Friend Kitty, 1 Cafe Set, and 1 Cake and Cake Stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWinners will be contacted via email the week following the event.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Paper Mouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48625927684325,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/9354\/files\/20260530_maileg_bef27b63-1c65-44f5-9d92-a8a363e21e8e.jpg?v=1778365810"},{"product_id":"the-paper-mouse-stamp-swatch-party","title":"The Paper Mouse Stamp Swatch Party","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saturday, May 16, 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11:00am\u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e6:00pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our shop at 1274 Washington Street\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free (please \u003ca href=\"mailto:rsvp@studiopatron.mom?subject=RSVP%20The%20Paper%20Mouse%20Stamp%20Swatch%20Party\u0026amp;body=Yes,%20I%20will%20attend!%0D%0AMy%20Name:%20%0D%0A#%20of%20Attendees:%20\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRSVP\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet your notebooks and travel journals ready! We’re getting out our stamp and ink collection for a day of creative ink swatching. These two stationery products make a great team for quick and easy decorations. We’ll have some special materials exclusive to this event, and you’ll be one of the first to test out a brand new Paper Mouse product prototype we’ve been itching to reveal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBYOJ Stamp \u0026amp; Swatch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring your own journal for a stamping and ink swatching extravaganza! We'll have tons of stamps to try out, and our whole collection of inks from Ink Institute. There will be an updated Paper Mouse stamp making a return, and an exciting new brand making their debut at our shop. Don't miss this chance to try them all!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInk Swatching Lab\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to The Paper Mouse Lab! We have some unreleased prototypes for a future project ready for you all to test. Swatch our ink samples, fill out a lab report, and be a part of The Paper Mouse product development process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInky Trading Cards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet event exclusive ink swatch cards with purchase at the shop. Each $20 spent on event day will get you one exclusive swatch card. Paint your card with ink to reveal a special design created by one of our staff. Collect all five (and a rare mystery sixth?) - only available at this event!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePhoto Booth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe'll have fun props available for taking photos. Snap some pics to document your day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlease RSVP to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:rsvp@studiopatron.mom?subject=RSVP%20The%20Paper%20Mouse%20Stamp%20Swatch%20Party\u0026amp;body=Yes,%20I%20will%20attend!%0D%0AMy%20Name:%20%0D%0A#%20of%20Attendees:%20\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ersvp@studiopatron.mom\u003c\/a\u003e with the number of people attending. \u003cspan\u003eAttendees who RSVP will receive a coupon code for 10% off stamps and inks in-store on the day of the event!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Paper Mouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48754840109285,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/9354\/files\/20260516_stamp_8bec1d1d-c5ef-4ca1-ac2d-b578796d551d.jpg?v=1778361482"},{"product_id":"josh-lax-nib-grinding-event","title":"Josh Lax Nib Grinding Event","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday, June 12th - Saturday, June 13th, 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime: \u003c\/strong\u003e12:00pm–5:30pm (Friday) and 11:00am–5:30pm (Saturday)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhere:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our shop at 1274 Washington Street\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Price varies and will be determined at appointment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNibmeister:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joshua Lax\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSign up for an appointment to get a custom nib grind on your favorite pen from expert nibmeister Joshua Lax of J.J. Lax Pen Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease click the link below to book a time slot. (The link will redirect you to Josh’s website.) Click on “Pen Show Appointment,” then select Friday June 12th or Saturday June 13th, and choose an available time.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/book.squareup.com\/appointments\/w266fkmuhx6iq4\/location\/LAG01CYZCS55G\/services\" title=\"Book your appointment for custom nib grinds from Josh Lax\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook your Appointment \u0026gt;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease be sure the \u003cstrong\u003eFriday, Jun 12, 2026  or Saturday, Jun 13, 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e date is selected when you make your appointment. For your reference, this is what Josh's website looks like when the correct date is selected.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/9354\/files\/josh-lax-booking-page-june-12-600px-a_480x480.jpg?v=1779112921\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/9354\/files\/josh-lax-booking-page-june-13-600px-a_480x480.jpg?v=1779112933\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoshua Lax: Master Nibmeister \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoshua Lax is recognized not only as an expert nibmeister but also as a multifaceted professional with a unique blend of passions. With a background as a trial lawyer and a dedicated pen enthusiast, Josh brings a meticulous and thoughtful approach to the art of nib craftsmanship. Starting with the Pilot Varsity his father bought him as a child, and continuing to his entry into the fountain pen community, Josh believes fountain pens offer one of the best ways to experience an essential part of our lives: the act of writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJosh's work is characterized by his deep respect for traditional craftsmanship blended with modern innovation. His dedication to the craft is evident in every nib he creates, each meticulously tuned and tested to ensure the best writing experience according to the specific needs and preferences of its user. Josh is the first and only winner of the world's only known nib grinding competition, Esterbrook's Nib Wars.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Paper Mouse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48995904815333,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1047\/9354\/files\/20260612_joshlax.jpg?v=1778353085"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.studiopatron.mom\/collections\/workshops-and-events.oembed","provider":"The Paper Mouse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}