{"product_id":"wool-studies-six-week-felting-course","title":"{9\/11-10\/9} Wool Studies: A Six-Week Felting Course","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCourse Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fridays, September 11–October 16\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10:00–11:30 AM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Sessions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Six\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jennifer Samuelson and Melissa Mott\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adults 18 and older\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience:\u003c\/strong\u003e No previous felting experience required\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $295 per participant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcraft Revival, 1365 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foundational materials and shared tools are included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover how loose wool can become fabric, texture, landscapes, and meaningful works of art in this six-week exploration of wet and needle felting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaught by Jennifer Samuelson and Melissa Mott, \u003cem\u003eWool Studies\u003c\/em\u003e offers a thoughtful progression through the foundations of felting. We’ll begin by getting to know wool through wet felting, then move into needle-felted pictures, dimensional texture, and simplified portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach week builds on the skills introduced during the previous session, giving participants time to experiment, develop their ideas, and become more confident working with fiber. No previous felting experience is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat We’ll Explore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the course, participants will learn:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow wool fibers behave and transform through felting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe differences between wet and needle felting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to safely use needle-felting tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor blending and layering with wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainterly techniques for creating landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWays to add texture, embroidery, and dimensional details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to simplify a photograph into a felted portrait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing and mounting techniques for displaying felted artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse Projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants will create a collection of felted studies and finished pieces, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small introductory wet-felted project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA flat needle-felted wool study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA layered wool landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dimensional or embellished felted piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA simplified family, individual, or pet portrait\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounted work prepared for a final gallery-style sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProjects may vary slightly according to each participant’s interests and working pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWeek-by-Week Course Outline\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeek One: Getting to Know Wool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore different wool fibers and learn how moisture, soap, agitation, and pressure transform loose wool into felt. Participants will create a small introductory wet-felted project while becoming familiar with the foundational materials and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeek Two: Drawing with Wool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to safely use needle-felting tools while practicing line, shape, color blending, and layering. Participants will create a small flat piece, such as a bookmark, coaster, or wool sketch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeek Three: Painting a Landscape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a nature photograph or work of art as inspiration and begin translating it into wool. We’ll explore composition, color selection, layering, depth, and painterly effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeek Four: Texture and Dimension\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue developing the wool landscape while experimenting with raised needle-felted details, embroidery stitches, felted beads, and other textural elements. The piece may also be lightly wet-felted to bring the layers together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeek Five: Portraits in Wool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a family photograph, pet photograph, or another meaningful image as inspiration, begin creating a simplified felted portrait. The emphasis will be on capturing recognizable shapes, colors, posture, and personality rather than creating a highly realistic image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWeek Six: Finishing and Gallery Gathering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete the portrait, add finishing details, and mount the portrait and landscape pieces for display. We’ll conclude with an informal gallery-style gathering where participants can share their work and reflect on the progression of their skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegistration includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix 90-minute course meetings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction from Jennifer and Melissa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoundational wool and felting materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials for mounting finished work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to shared felting tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShared embroidery and embellishment materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticipants may choose to purchase additional wool or specialty materials from the Handcraft Revival market if they would like to expand their color palette or personalize a project further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Bring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore the landscape and portrait sessions, participants will receive guidance for choosing and bringing appropriate reference photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease bring reading glasses if you use them for close work.  These are also availble for purchase in the shop.  All other foundational tools and materials will be available during the course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegistration is for the complete six-week course; individual drop-in sessions are not available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach meeting builds on the skills and projects introduced during previous weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipants may occasionally wish to continue working on their pieces at home between meetings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuests may park directly behind the Handcraft Revival building or along the street. Please do not park in neighboring parking spaces or residential parking areas along the alley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCancellations made at least one week before the course begins are eligible for store credit. Within one week of the first meeting, registration may be transferred to another participant but is nonrefundable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Handcraft Revival","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55094030467444,"sku":null,"price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/7778\/2644\/files\/Felt_roving_and_carder.jpg?v=1785879463","url":"https:\/\/handcraftrevival.com\/products\/wool-studies-six-week-felting-course","provider":"Handcraft Revival","version":"1.0","type":"link"}