A day working with raw sheep fleece to make a natural, sheep friendly and sustainable rug. The felted fleeces make a beautiful feature in any home and can be used as rugs, stunning wall hangings, or as cosy chair or bench throws, keeping your warm & comfortable, especially in the winter months.

This is a great introduction to learning how to work with raw fleece. The bonus is you will be helping to support British farmers by making use of their sheep’s sheared fleeces, the sheep enjoy their annual hair cut, you learn news skills and take home a beautiful work of art!

During the day you will learn how to;
*Prepare the raw fleece – skirting, dagging & removing vegetable matter
*Layout a backing
*Bind the fleece together using soap, water & elbow grease
*Scour and wash out the lanolin and field dirt
*Dry & Finish the Fleece

We’ll discuss which different breeds fleeces felt readily, the fibres suitable for backings and two ways to finish your fleece rug. We will work with Mule fleeces, (cross breed of 2+ sheep breeds), a white – ivory colour. You are welcome to bring your own fleece or choose an alternative breeds of fleece to work with on request.
Further details and booking information on my website www.silversoles.co.uk