Description
Intro to Needle Felting
1st Saturday of Each Month
In this 3-hour class, you will learn how to use felting needles and natural fibers (sheep and alpaca fleeces) to make basic shapes. You will use these shapes to create a simple needle felted project to take home and enjoy. (See project lists below)
2024 Needle Felted Projects List
2025 Needle Felted Projects List
Senior discount is available. Call us for reusable coupon code: 918-355-8318
Who:
This class is for adults and teens, ages 13 and up, who have never done any needle felting and want to learn the basics.
When:
First Saturday of every month, unless noted otherwise.
Class time varies. See project list for class times.
Where:
The Artist’s Retreat
115 South 11th Street
Collinsville, Oklahoma 74021
Instructor:
Katherine Lucas with Fitzgerald Acres Alpaca Ranch in Collinsville, OK will be teaching this Intro to Needle Felting.
Notes:
- All materials are included.
- Tools are provided.
- You take home what you make.
- Needle felting tools are available for purchase if you want your own kit.
- Some projects may take more than one class to complete.
- Drop-ins are allowed if space is available. Contact us for more details: (918) 335-8318.
- Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Advantages of Needle Felting?
- Needle felting is a great stress reliever.
- With needle felting, the possibilities are endless. You can create anything you dream up.
- It is a forgiving craft. You can easily fix most mistakes.
- Needle felting requires only a few basic tools so it’s an affordable hobby to get started in.
- It’s a portable craft. You can do felting pretty much anywhere you go.
- Needle felted creations make wonderful and unique gifts.
The process of felting requires focus and concentration, so it seems to have a bit of a meditative quality. This creates a sense of peace and calmness in you while you work on your project.