Embracing Wool is a group of independent textile artists who all work primarily with wool. 'Journey with Nature' is a curated display of members work. Situated in the beautiful grounds of Burton Constable Hall. You can find the exhibition in the renovated 1770 stables gallery. Work on display will be from: Vivienne Morpeth Lynn Comley […]
Felt Rug Project Grace Smith and I (Emma Jackson) are in the process of repairing and restoring her Shrydak felt rug. This is an ongoing project that began over a year ago after Grace discovered to her horror that moth lavae had munched their way through large parts of her rug beautiful felt rug. To […]
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 […]
Felt Rug Project Grace Smith and I (Emma Jackson) are in the process of repairing and restoring her Shrydak felt rug. This is an ongoing project that began over a year ago after Grace discovered to her horror that moth lavae had munched their way through large parts of her rug beautiful felt rug. To […]
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 fabric. […]
Felting flags for the International Felt Art Hiking Trail in Austria. The flags felted there are then sent to Austria and hung along the felt art hiking trail.
In this 5-day workshop at a destination craft school pop-up, explore mixing media of wood and wool with fiber artist Lisa Klakulak and wood turner and texturer extraoridinaire, Graeme Priddle. Both of these fibers (cellulose and protein) have a linear microscopic structure (grain and filament) that informs the processes of textural manipulation. Both materials are […]
Create your own sheep size Gotland Felt fleece rug here on the farm in Cumbria UK . Summer workshops of small groups, 3 participants per workshop. All tuition and materials provided plus refreshments Beginners welcome. Cost £140 per person My flock of Gotland sheep are kept solely as a fibre flock, eco manage to ensure […]
Spend a relaxing day making a laminated felt bowl using recycled natural fabrics. Enjoy the process and create a functional item. Suitable for anyone that enjoys making, no specific skills required. Materials and equipment will be provided. Advance booking is required. Places are limited to six so early booking is recommended.
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 […]