Make a Felted Bag, Wet Felting Technique
Description
Learn how to create a seamless felt bag in this one day course with Penny Dixon. You will be shown how to handle lengths of wool and the techniques required to lay the fibres. You will also be guided with a variety of techniques to agitate the soap fibres so that they join into a strong felted bag. Some previous knowledge of felt making is useful but not essential as you will be guided through the process step by step and full instruction and guidance is given. Whether a beginner or a returner, you will be taken through the process step by step. Styles of bag may depend on any previous experience and you will be guided as to difficulty levels according to this. Please bring a large towel to work on and a waterproof carrier bag to take damp work home with you. The course involves some shoulder and arm work required for rolling the felt later in the session but we always go at your pace and ability. You will also have your hands in warm, soapy water for parts of the process.
What's included in the price?
All materials and refreshments are included plus a light lunch. There is also 10% off full priced products in the shop on the day of your workshop.
Duration
6 hours
Cancellation policy
Easy - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Penny Dixon has been felting and teaching workshops for over 18 years and is a member of the International Feltmakers Association. Also a member of the Heritage Crafts Association and a trained teacher, she also has a Masters in Art, Health and Wellbeing and believes we can all take time out to relax and fulfil our potential.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Hearing impaired
- Vision impaired
- Limited mobility
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Christmas
- Hen dos
- Mother's Day
- Corporate days out & team building
- UK Holiday
- Suitable for beginners
