This workshop is a discovery journey filled with many experiences of modeling different wools and other fibers. We will explore different techniques for sculptural form ideas, with themes like: folding and unfolding, building relief, clamping and binding. All to become more aware of how and why we want to use this medium. This workshop is […]
Part 1: may 12 to 13 : Nuno Felt Scarf Join Marjolaine in this first 2-day class to create a nuno felt scarf you can wear different ways and closing with a button. During this workshop you will explore the technique of nuno felt, a wet felting process combining silk fabric and wool roving Part […]
In the first part of this class I will teach the fundamental aspects in botanical prints on celulose fibers and silk-Mordant and printing. I will teach you how to mordant your fabrics in an innovative way that will allow you to use the mordant as a creative tool and to obtain different results according to […]
Design and create a unique wool felt jacket or coat for any occasion A bespoke piece, whether it is a jacket or a coat, is designed with the unique body of a woman in mind. Imagine wearing a piece of clothing that is exclusively tailored to your body shape and suits you to perfection. In […]
COLOUR PLAY: September 13 to 15, 2023 COLLAGE, CONTRAST, SHADE, BLENDING & LAYERING TECHNIQUES • 3 days • Type: workshop • Level: Beginner/Intermediate Dyed wool for felting is available in such a rich array of colours these days, it is tempting to buy every colour under the sun! But this can be a bit like […]
SAMPLES: A LIBRARY OF IDEAS 5 days • Type: workshop • Level: Intermediate During this workshop, you will make a series of 2-D felt pieces from which small samples (approximately 15 x 15cm) are selected. These will form the jumping off point for a deeper exploration of felt making techniques and effects, as well as […]
INTRODUCTION TO MAKING ANIMAL MASKS - THE BASICS (LEVEL 1) September 25 to 30 5 days, 1 day off •Type: Advanced workshop •Level: Advanced In this advanced workshop, students are guided through the basic principles and techniques of felting an animal mask, step by step, from start to finish, using a relatively uncomplicated animal as […]
FACES OF EXTINCTION (ANIMAL MASKS LEVEL 2) OCTOBER 4 to 10, 2023 in Montbrun Bocage South of France • 6 days + 1/2 day photography • Type: Masterclass • Level: Advanced (application criteria apply) PRACTICAL LEARNING During this technical master class, you will learn how to calculate, design and create a base resist template which […]
After some years, 3d sculptural waistcoats are back to Montbrun-Bocage.. You will have a new chance to learn more about felting a seamless and well-fitting garment, a waistcoat (or, if you are are an advanced and quick felter... you may even think of adding sleeves for a jacket). We will have a close look at […]
Join the trainer MARJOLEIN DALLINGA, from May 09 to May 15 2024 for a 7 days spring residence in the south of France : a manual wool felt session in two parts. You don't create art, it already exist, you have to let it come to you, going where art is instead of you creating […]