Papiers Folies: creative stationery workshops in small groups at Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche

Hello, creative friends! Bon Marché Rive Gauche invites you to the fourth edition of "Papiers Folies," a mini festival celebrating the art of stationery and creativity, from 8 to 12 April 2026. A true temple of French fashion and living, Le Bon Marché is also a haven for artists and writers, preserving the Left Bank’s scholarly tradition.

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For four days, the Bookshop & Stationery Space on the second floor of the department store comes alive to the rhythm of ateliers créatifs, in collaboration with a number of guest brands. Visitors can thus try their hand at watercolor drawing, calligraphy, travel‑journal creation, ceramic painting, or bullet journaling, to discover the know‑how and techniques tied to paper.

On Saturday and Sunday mornings, parent-child sessions invite families to share a playful moment. These workshops run in small groups of 5 to 10 participants, you should budget around 25 euros per person to join, but don’t miss the chance to book quickly, as they can fill up fast.

Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche in Paris, the world's oldest department store
Le Bon Marché, the world's very first department store, is an iconic institution of Paris shopping. Located on the left bank of the City of Light, in the chic 7ᵉ arrondissement, the historic address offers a cutting-edge selection of luxury brands, young designers and exclusive products in the fields of fashion, beauty, home and children. [Read more]