Description

Intro to Needle Felting 

Needle Felted Cactus

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.

NOTE: You can Google “needle felted cactus” and click on images for examples

Who:
This class is for adults and teens, ages 16 and up, who have never done any needle felting and want to learn the basics.

When:
May 19th
3-6 pm

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.

Projects From Past Classes