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SUMMARY:‘Ancient Fibre – New Journey’ Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:A solo exhibition by textile artist Emma Jackson who has developed a new body of work that celebrates the enduring qualities wool and her creative practice.  \n“Wool has been central to Emma’s practice. Recently she has worked directly with whole fleeces sourced from sheep farmers. This has brought her into a closer relationship with the raw materials and the people who produce it\, deepening her understanding of wool in its natural state. Working in this way led Emma to develop a greater appreciation for the intrinsic qualities of undyed wool – its subtle tones\, tactile richness and natural scent. In response\, she has developed a new body of work that celebrates the enduring qualities of this ancient fibre and highlights its natural beauty.”  \nExhibition Opening / Private View:    Thursday 30th April 2026      7pm – 9pm\nArtist Talk:     Wednesday 6th May 2026    6:30pm\nMore information and Artist Talk bookings at : www.nook-gallery.co.uk/pages/exhibitions\nExhibition Dates: 30th April – 10th May 2026\nLocation: nook gallery\, 25c Institute Road\, Kings Heath\, Birmingham\, B14 7EG
URL:https://www.feltmakers.com/event/ancient-fibre-new-journey-exhibition/
LOCATION:nook gallery\, 25c Institute Road\, Birmingham\, West Midlands\, B14 7EG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:In Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emma Jackson (Silversoles)":MAILTO:info@silversoles.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Felt Pod Vessels
DESCRIPTION:Create a simple yet elegant seamless 3d pod using wool in a colour of your choice in this popular half day workshop. You will learn how to make a resist pattern\, layout the wool and make a permanent shape using only soap and water! These little pods are great as decorations\, pods for keeping your keys in or jewellery safe\, as plant holders or to create ambient light with electric tea lights. \n During the workshop you will learn how to –  \n*design and create your resist template\n*select and use different types of wools for your project\n*layout the wool to create a seamless pod vessel\n*apply a choice of embellishments to decorate your pod\n*use the wet felting technique to felt the wool and shape it into a permanent form. \nThis workshop takes place on Sunday 14th June 2026  10am – 2:30pm at Silversoles Studio.  \n Can’t Make the Dates?   I’m happy to arrange a bespoke workshop for you / your group at a suitable date during the week or weekend. Please contact Emma to discuss available dates.
URL:https://www.feltmakers.com/event/felt-pod-vessels/
LOCATION:Silversoles Studio\, 129 Hazelhurst Road\, Birmingham\, B14 6AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:In Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emma Jackson (Silversoles)":MAILTO:info@silversoles.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Raw Fleece to....Tuffet: Making Seat Mats Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A day working with raw sheep fleece to make a natural\, sheep friendly and sustainable seat pad. The fleece seat pads make a beautiful feature in any home and can be used to create cosy chair pad\,  bench mats or made into cushions\, keeping your warm & comfortable\, especially in the winter months. They also make stunning wall hangings\, or can be used as luxury pet beds. \nThis is a great introduction to learning how to work with raw fleece and less physically demanding than making a whole fleece rug. The bonus is you will be helping to support British farmers by making use of the fleeces they shear\, the sheep enjoy their annual hair cut\, you learn news skills and take home a beautiful work of art! \nDuring the day you will learn how to;  \n*Prepare the raw fleece – skirting\, dagging & removing vegetable matter\n*Layout a backing\n*Shape & Bind the fleece together using soap\, water & elbow grease\n*Scour and wash out the lanolin and field dirt\n*Dry & Finish the fleece in two different methods \n We will work with Mule fleeces (a cross breed of 2+ sheep breeds)\, which are a white to ivory colour OR you can choose to bring your own fleece.\nFind out more & bookings on my website – follow the link
URL:https://www.feltmakers.com/event/raw-fleece-to-tuffet-making-seat-mats-workshop/
LOCATION:Silversoles Studio\, 129 Hazelhurst Road\, Birmingham\, B14 6AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:In Person
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emma Jackson (Silversoles)":MAILTO:info@silversoles.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Raw Fleece to…Sheep Fleece Rug:  Making Rugs & Throws with Sheep Fleece.
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis 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! \nDuring the day you will learn how to;\n*Prepare the raw fleece – skirting\, dagging & removing vegetable matter\n*Layout a backing\n*Bind the fleece together using soap\, water & elbow grease\n*Scour and wash out the lanolin and field dirt\n*Dry & Finish the Fleece \nWe’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.\nFurther details and booking information on my website www.silversoles.co.uk
URL:https://www.feltmakers.com/event/raw-fleece-tosheep-fleece-rug-making-rugs-throws-with-sheep-fleece/
LOCATION:Silversoles Studio\, 129 Hazelhurst Road\, Birmingham\, B14 6AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:In Person
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