Workshops

Experience the alchemy of feltmaking on one of my wet felting workshops, at my studio, close to Melton Mowbray, or at a variety of venues around Leicestershire and neighbouring counties.

What is Wet Felting?

Did you know that wet felting is the oldest method of creating fabric known to man, dating back thousands of years?

It involves laying out wisps of wool in different directions, sprinkling them with warm soapy water and then gently rubbing and rolling them until all the fibres have completely bonded together. During the process, other fibres and materials can be incorporated, such as silk threads and fabrics to decorate the surface of the felt. Scarves and pictures are made in one flat piece, but vases, bowls and bags are made by felting around a resist (or template) that is then removed part way through the felting process and gently moulded by hand into the shape you want. This is often called seamless felting or 3D.

In these relaxed, hands-on sessions, you’ll work with a mixture of wool, silk and plant fibres to create unique accessories or artwork while learning traditional wet felting techniques. Whether you are completely new to felting or looking to build on existing skills, you’ll have full support as we work in small groups to allow for individual attention.

If you have a group of friends who would like to have a go at wet felting, I am also very happy to arrange a private session for you - Contact me for more details.