Teesdale Felt

Contact name: Claire Priestley

38
Total bookings

Rating

(25)

almost 6 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I am passionate about felting and enjoy experimenting with new ideas and techniques. Wool is an incredibly versatile material which makes it perfect for 3D felting. I particularly enjoy creating landscapes and incorporate mixed fibres to add texture and interest. I am also interested in Shibori techniques and run courses in the community. I live in Teesdale, Co. Durham and much of my artwork is inspired by its beautiful landscape.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Barnard Castle

Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

5½ hours

Next date: 3rd Apr 2025

8 places left

(12)

£85.00

gold award

Newcastle upon Tyne

Whole day, wet felted landscape workshop with Claire Priestley of Teesdale Felt at the Hearth Horsley

5½ hours

Next date: 1st Jun 2025

4 places left

(2)

£75.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

3 Mar 25'

Melanie reviewed: Whole day, wet felted landscape workshop with Claire Priestley of Teesdale Felt at the Hearth Horsley

"Thanks for such an inspiring experience. I am very impressed by the quality pictures that everyone on the course produced thanks to the patent and encouraging tuition from Claire. "

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Hi Melanie, Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! I quite agree the pictures created during this session were fabulous. I am so pleased you enjoyed the workshop and hope to work with you again. Very best wishes, Claire "

25 Feb 25'

Jeanette reviewed: Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

"I'm a second time participant on this full day workshop because I enjoyed the first one so much. Claire is a fabulous teacher, very enthusiastic and supportive, offering guidance to the whole group and 121 when required. Claire's own artwork shown as examples during the workshop is stunning and inspirational. Claire explains thoroughly the different types of wool and fibres that can be used and how, there is also an abundant supply available for participants. This is a wonderful workshop, which I highly recommend. Book your place, you will not be disappointed and will have a very unique piece of art to be proud of!"

Teesdale Felt responded:

"What a wonderful review! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it and I am so pleased you enjoyed your second workshop! You came with some interesting ideas to work from and your seascape through a rocky window was inspirational! I am looking forward to working with you again very soon. Best wishes, Claire xx"

21 Feb 25'

Joanne Todd reviewed: Whole day, wet felted landscape workshop with Claire Priestley of Teesdale Felt at the Hearth Horsley

"I’ve just done the wet felting course with Claire and absolutely loved it! She explained things so clearly, was super chilled and relaxed and let everyone do their own thing, but provided expert advice and guidance along the way. So pleased with what I managed to produce at the end. Definitely want to try and felt some more. Highly recommended!"

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Awww thank you for such a lovely review! I had such a good day and you created a beautiful felt picture to be proud of. Please keep in touch and show me what you make in the future. Xx"

18 Jan 25'

Jill Curson reviewed: Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

"We had a really lovely day wet felting with Claire. She is a supportive and positive teacher and her suggestions and examples helped all of the class to leave with a piece of art we didn't know we could do. We felt inspired and accomplished. Totally recommend this class and i hope to book more with this tutor. "

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! I am so pleased you both enjoyed the day and your pictures were something to be proud of. I hope to work with you again in the future. Best wishes, Claire "