Felt Jewellery Making at Minehead Eye

Description

Handcraft Your Own Colorful Wet-Felted Jewelry! Discover the traditional, therapeutic art of wet felting in this relaxing group workshop! Using a beautiful selection of fleeces, warm soapy water, and hand friction, you will learn to bind fibers into stunning, lightweight wearable art. Beginners and experienced crafters are all welcome. Come play with colors and leave with unique jewellery handmade by you!🎨 Workshop Breakdown My 3-hour creative session is split into three easy steps: Hour 1: Fiber & Foundations – Explore vibrant wool roving over tea. Learn to lay out fibers correctly and master basic rolling and agitating techniques to create solid felt balls, cords, and flat shapes. Hour 2: Designing & Fulling – Sculpt and shock felted elements using warm and cold water to shrink them into durable shapes. Add surface textures, marble colors, and plan your final jewellery layout. Hour 3: Assembly – Turn your handmade felt components into finished jewellery. Learn to securely pierce felt beads, attach professional findings, and string your final layout together. Workshop Details Duration: 3 Hours Levels: Suitable for everyone from complete beginners upwards. Make: Walk away with a stunning statement necklace, earrings, or a unique bracelet Price: £60 per student (All wool, soapy water supplies, and metal findings included. Silver wire and chain available at an extra cost). What to Bring & Wear Clothing: Wear comfy clothes with sleeves that easily roll up for working with warm water. Hand Care: Protective gloves will be fully supplied for anyone with sensitive skin. Vision: Bring reading glasses if you use them for close-up crafting and stringing beads. Extras: Tea, coffee, and biscuits are fully provided! Wet Felting Workshop: FAQs Are materials included? Yes! All premium wool, bubble wrap, soap, and standard metal findings are covered. Premium silver wire and chain can be purchased on the day for an extra cost. Is there needle-felting involved? No, this workshop focuses entirely on wet felting using soap and water for a needle-free tactile experience. What if I'm not creative? Don't worry! Wet felting is incredibly forgiving. We have plenty of samples and color palettes to inspire you. Can children join? Yes! Since there are no sharp needles, it is suitable for ages 8 and up (under-16s must be accompanied by an adult)