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.