Fabric Arts: Create Colorful Felted Flower Vessels

Are you fiber-curious? Have you ever wondered how felt is made or wanted to try it yourself? In this hands-on workshop, you'll explore the basics of felt-making, from its rich history to the essential tools and techniques needed to create unique, textured pieces. You'll learn about different fibers and embellishments that add depth and character to your designs while also gaining an understanding of the physical process of felting, which requires the use of hands, arms, and fingers. Using a resist technique, you'll craft a vibrant felt flower vessel with "stamens," transforming a flat design into a stunning 3D bowl or vase. By the end of class, you'll have the fundamental skills to create structural and sculptural felted pieces of your own!

Students must bring the following to class: a small bucket for water, pen or sharpie marker, two bath towels, scissors, a small container of dish soap, and a tape measure. Roving (fiber) 10-15 oz. of Merino or Corriedale fiber in 2 colors. This can be found on Livingfelt.com or FeltriteFibers on Etsy, or can be purchased directly from the teacher for $25 per person WHICH YOU WILL INDICATE ON REGISTRATION. Please DO NOT use any fibers that are not specific about the breed of wool (ie, Corriedale). Generally, fibers purchased from hobby stores are not good for wet felting. There is a $5 materials fee for bubble wrap and resist material payable to the teacher at class for all participants.