Entangled is an exhibition at Armley Mills Industrial Museum. An exhibition in association with the International Felt Maker’s Association Region 10 which presents intricate, thought-provoking – and often charming – sculptural works in felt, highlighting the impact of industrialisation on the environment. There are works throughout the museum as well as outdoors in the colour […]
Here are the next felted wool courses bu Atelier Nicomy in January 2025, in the medieval city of Crémieu in northern Isère, France. 🍄 SATURDAY JANUARY 11, introduction to the traditional technique of wet felting using water and soap. Open to all, beginners welcome. Morning creation of a wool painting. Afternoon, volume felting (mushrooms or […]
Ever wondered how to create Felt? In this introductory workshop you will learn about the ancient art of felt making, practised by the nomadic people of Central Asia for thousands of years and now being adopted by textiles artist across the globe. You will learn about the process of bonding wool fibres together using the […]
Calling all Region 8 members, and anyone else who’d like to join us for a Play Day at Arnesby Village Hall LE8 5WG. Our hall has recently been refurbished and now provides a very light, bright, warm and attractive space for working in! Our a Sunday Play Days are relaxed and informal, we provide the […]
If you’re in the north of our region why not join us for a Play Day at Belchford Village Hall LN9 6LJ. Tea and coffee provided, bring a packed lunch and your felting gear and enjoy a relaxing day in the Lincolnshire Wolds. Please let us know you coming by contacting Karen or 07731755033 […]
Creating fine lattice lace structures inspired by Leiko Uchiyama Bring along some merino wool & usual felting equipment plus any prior knowledge and experience you have and we’ll work to experiment to make samples of this intriguing technique. This is a Region 9 Meeting welcoming members in both the Region 9 area and others The […]
An opportunity to create a unique piece of home decor to complement your home and learn two new skills - Feltmaking and Lampshade making! Day One: Using merino or a native breed wool with additional yarns and fibres such as silk, linen and soya - you will design and make a piece of felt fabricator […]
Makers in Focus exhibition showing contemporary designs by Sheila McDonald & Mandy Nash Sheila and Mandy met in the 1980’s whilst studying at the Royal College of Art, sharing a studio in London when they first set up their practices. They have a mutual passion for colour and pattern, although they work in very different […]
The Royal College of Nursing, London are hosting the Making the Rounds Exhibition. A collaboration between Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse and artist Connie Flynn, this exhibition explores the lives and living conditions of workhouse nurses at the former Mitford and Launditch Union Workhouse (Gressenhall).
Region 10's wonderful exhibition "Entangled" continues until mid May: twenty-five feltmakers display work highlighting the impact of industry on the environment. Working amongst these formidable machines from the industrial age, poses questions as to the kind of new industrial revolution needed today, to bring about a just and sustainable clothing industry. For ten days Pippa […]