Description

What’s on Offer?

Felted Picture Workshop

Create your own piece of felted artwork in just 45 minutes.

You can make and take home, your own version of the most iconic landmarks in York – York Minster or Clifford’s Tower.

Or create an artwork following the Easter theme – Easter Bunny or Cute Chick.

 Even if you are an absolute beginner, you can create your own artwork made from felting wool fibres. Learn the ancient craft of wet felting to create your own unique artwork for your home.

Bring a friend or family.

Bring a group.

Drop – in sessions also available.

Needle felt your own coaster / handing decoration.

Choose from a Easter Bunny / Chick / Spring Flowers

Katy Small is your tutor for the workshop. She is a felt artist, maker and teacher who exhibits in Yorkshire and beyond. You can find her at many Art fairs and festivals. Katy was a secondary school teacher for 24 years before taking the plunge in 2022 to set up her own art and craft business. She is a member of Artists Around Wetherby and the International Feltmaker’s Association.

Katy will take you through each step of the felting process. All materials are included.

(Children over age 7 are welcome, if accompanied by an adult).

When and where are the workshops:

As part of the Yorkshire Craft Festival, these workshops will take place on Parliament Street in the heart of York, within the “Artists Around Wetherby” pop-up marquee.  The workshops will take place on the following dates/times:

Duration:

The felt picture workshop will last approx. 45 min

Drop-in sessions will take approx. 5 min

Costs:

The felt picture workshop is £15

Drop – in sessions cost £5.00

Capacity:

The felt picture workshop is suitable for 6 people at a time.