The human body can appear alien yet beautiful under the microscope. Magnified surfaces of the lungs, digestive system, and even the neural networks of the brain present as intriguing artistic designs. These are the inspiration of Mind and Body; a solo textile exhibition by Helen MacRitchie which encourages us to take a closer look at […]

Our monthly meetings are held at Ladock Community Hall, Lad4PGock, Truro, TR2 . We provide tea, coffee and biscuits, and ask you to bring your own lunch. We are a friendly group, and we welcome both beginners and experienced Feltmakers. We meet monthly at Ladock Community hall, near Truro, TR2 4PG. .The group is affiliated to […]

The Big Textile Show, is organised and run by Jenny Lees a long term member of the IFA, and will always have a Feltmaking component, this year Region 8's Feltmakers will once again be managing a Fleece and fibre Stall,as well as teaching some of the short introductory Feltmaking workshops that we hold at the […]

A region 13 sub-group for feltmakers in D&G. Saturday 26th October 2024, 10am to 3pm at Kirkcudbright Galleries St Mary Street, Kirkudbright DG6 4AA What 3 words https://w3w.co/dolls.reverses.paper Members and non-members expressing an interest in felt making and the IFA welcome to the meeting, £7.50 per person PLACES LIMITED please book your place by email […]

Join us for an inspiring artist talk with UK based felt artist Helen MacRitchie, as she delves into the ideas behind her exhibition, Mind and Body – Up Close and Personal. In this engaging discussion, Helen will explore the interplay between her scientific background and artistic practice, shedding light on how these seemingly disparate worlds […]

Join us to celebrate the opening event for the incredible new exhibitions at Gallery76 this October - November: - Mind and Body by Helen MacRitchie - Self-covered Buttons by Samantha Tannous Attendance is free; bookings appreciated.

Design and make your own unique jewellery from aluminium. You will learn how to colour pre-anodised aluminium sheet, then cut and shape it to create beautiful jewellery, such as a matching necklace, earrings and brooch. Although this is not a felting workshop, you can make colourful embellishments or buttons to add to your felt items. […]

In this workshop we want to explore various felting techniques for 3 dimensional felt pieces. After an experimental phase you will design your own personal wallhanging and realize it step by step. Felt is a wonderful material for decorative interior design, brings warmth into the room and has a sound absorbing effect. As a special […]

Let’s dive in to the jungle of 3D felting! In this 2-day felting workshop you will make a very unique and colourful parrot hand puppet of your choice. It is the best way to learn 3D wet felting - birds and animals never disappoint and there are lots of techniques and materials to try. It […]