Jazz up your Spring/Summer Wardrobe with a one of a kind accessory! These beautiful Wet Felted Handbags are a special artisanal treat for yourself or a loved one, and you could even make yours to match your favourite outfit!
Join felt-maker Penny Dixon, to make a fabulous, Wet Felted Bag from soft wool. During this immersive full day workshop you will learn how to handle unspun wool and identify a selection of different fibres. You will learn how to draft and lay the wool and use the fibres to create pleasing composition.
The wet felting process involves agitation in warm soapy water and you will learn a variety of techniques to form a beautiful strong piece of felted fabric from which you will then create your amazing, bespoke felt bag.
Whats included:
- Use of all tools and materials.
- Tea, Coffee & Cake - Please let us know any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
- Free Parking.
- 10% discount off in the Sew Me Something Shop for being a workshop attendee.
- 10% off purchases from our lovely on site cafe, The Makers' Kitchen.
- 10% off future workshops booked on the day you are attending one.
What you need to bring with you:
- Please bring an old towel and a waterproof carrier bag.
Skill Level: Suitable for beginners or those who have felted before.
Tutor: Penny Dixon
Jazz up your Spring/Summer Wardrobe with a one of a kind accessory! These beautiful Wet Felted Handbags are a special artisanal treat for yourself or a loved one, and you could even make yours to match your favourite outfit!
Join felt-maker Penny Dixon, to make a fabulous, Wet Felted Bag from soft wool. During this immersive full day workshop you will learn how to handle unspun wool and identify a selection of different fibres. You will learn how to draft and lay the wool and use the fibres to create pleasing composition.
The wet felting process involves agitation in warm soapy water and you will learn a variety of techniques to form a beautiful strong piece of felted fabric from which you will then create your amazing, bespoke felt bag.
Whats included:
- Use of all tools and materials.
- Tea, Coffee & Cake - Please let us know any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
- Free Parking.
- 10% discount off in the Sew Me Something Shop for being a workshop attendee.
- 10% off purchases from our lovely on site cafe, The Makers' Kitchen.
- 10% off future workshops booked on the day you are attending one.
What you need to bring with you:
- Please bring an old towel and a waterproof carrier bag.
Skill Level: Suitable for beginners or those who have felted before.
Tutor: Penny Dixon