In this class we will use wet-felting techniques over a resist to make a seamless case with magnetic clasps that will be large enough to hold an iPad, tablet or other items.

You will learn how to:

– calculate wool shrinkage so your case will fit

– layout wool fibres over a resist

– blend the wool colours and decorate your case with silk fibres and/or prefelts that you can cut into shapes and letters

– add magnetic clasps so that they line up perfectly and the back of the clasp is invisible

– full and shape your felt to make a beautiful and durable case that fits

These cases have multiple uses…. What will you use yours for?

Class fee includes wool, decorative prefelts and a magnetic clasp, as well as use of basic felting equipment.

This class is for adults, and is suitable for beginner and intermediate felt-makers.

When: Saturday 29th June 2024, 10am – 4pm

Where: Weta workshop at Franklin Arts Centre, Pukekohe nr Auckland.

Price: $110 per person

Please bring: 

• one small towel (tea towel or hand towel size), and a larger towel approx 1 metre long
• a small to medium size pair of sharp scissors
• a plastic bag or bin liner to take your damp felt and towels home in
• pencil and paper if you like to take notes
• a waterproof apron if you have one (optional)
• the device your case will be used for (so we can measure it)

There is a cafe at the centre but you are welcome to bring your own drinks and lunch or snacks if you prefer.

Booking is essential. Please contact me to book your place and choose your wool colours.

I will have a small selection of tools and materials available to purchase for class participants, let me know at least 24 hours before the class if there is something you would like in my Etsy shop to receive a minimum 10% discount.