Fabulous Felted Embellishments

In this class, students will learn how to personalize an existing wool object with needle felted surface embellishments or decoration.  The class will cover different techniques for creating needle felted decorations including appliqué and adding 3 dimensional elements.  We'll discuss different ways to create a  design, application techniques, and tool and fiber selection.  This class is suitable for both beginners and more experienced needle felters, since the projects can be personalized!

Instructor:  Melissa Patterson

One - 4 hour session

Supplies:

• A wool object to embellish. Suggested items include:
  • Wool sweaters
  • Cushion covers
  • Purses
  • Pouches
  • Slippers
  • Hats
  • Mittens
  • Scarves
  • Items with small holes or snags are perfect
  • Needles in the Haymarket has great bags in store that will work.
  • Note: Objects need to be at least 80% wool.
• Felting needle tool (available at Needles in the Haymarket)

Skills Required:  None.  This class is suitable for beginners and  more experienced felters alike.

Skills Learned:  This class will cover fiber and tool selection, needle felted appliqué techniques, direct application, and how to create and apply dimensional elements, and couching.  We will also discuss the basics of "painting" with wool, or using needle felting to illustrate simple scenes.

Class Size: 6 students maximum, 3 students minimum.  If the 3 student minimum is not met, Needles in the Haymarket can either refund the class or move the student to a class scheduled at a later date.