Teesdale Felt

Contact name: Claire Priestley

22
Total bookings

Rating

(19)

about 5 years
with CraftCourses

Maker's bio

I am passionate about felting and enjoy experimenting with new ideas and techniques. Wool is an incredibly versatile material which makes it perfect for 3D felting. I particularly enjoy creating landscapes and incorporate mixed fibres to add texture and interest. I am also interested in Shibori techniques and run courses in the community. I live in Teesdale, Co. Durham and much of my artwork is inspired by its beautiful landscape.

Courses, kits & gifts

gold award

Craft kit

A wet felted seascape kit containing all materials, equipment and a detailed step by step video tutorial

2 hours

10 items left

£27.00

gold award

Craft kit

Bamboo Root Duck Painting Kit Including all Materials and Basic Equipment.

5 items left

£25.00

gold award

Darlington

Create a wet felted lampshade using wet felting and needle felting techniques

5½ hours

Next date: 21st Jun 2024

4 places left

£89.00

gold award

Darlington

Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

5½ hours

Next date: 1st Jun 2024

5 places left

(8)

£85.00

Recent reviews

All maker's reviews

21 May 24'

Stacey reviewed: Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

"What a wonderful day. I was a little nervous as I have not attended such a course but Claire made me feel at ease from the moment she opened the door and invited me in for a cuppa and a delicious cookie. She is such a a talented artist and teacher and I came away having learned so much as well as having the most relaxed day in a long time. I had the most amazing time chatting with Claire and feel so lucky to have had her share her knowledge and skills with me. This session would make a lovely gift or a treat for aspiring felters like myself and is such good value for money. I would encourage everyone to give it a try as I came away with a beautiful piece after a fun day of learning so much. Her tutorials on youtube are a great watch and a good reminder of the techniques but having the guidance in person as well as seeing her art was truly inspiring. I was thrilled with my felted landscape and it will serve as a reminder of such a lovely day. Claire was kind and patient and helped me on the parts I found difficult but allowed me to explore my own ideas. What an absolute treat of a day thank you x "

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Wow! What a fabulous review. Thank you so much for taking the time to write it and I am so pleased you enjoyed your day with me. Your picture of Bamburgh Castle was beautiful, colourful and atmospheric. I hope you go on to do lots more felting in the future. Thank you again for your amazing review.....it really made my day! Xxx"

25 Apr 24'

Caroline G reviewed: Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

"Had a fab day with Claire on her wet felting day. Claire is so patient and shares all her expertise and experience so you get the best out of the day. Will definitely be booking another session. Thank you Claire 😄"

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Hi Caroline. Thank you so much for your lovely review which is very much appreciated. You created a fabulous picture which was very moody and windswept. I hope to work with you again and I'm glad you got home safely! Xx"

3 Mar 24'

Jane King reviewed: Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

"I had a wonderful day on the wet felting course, I really enjoyed it. There were plenty of materials available and Claire talked us through each stage in a very helpful way. She was always on hand to offer help and advice and show us techniques to help us to improve our pictures, so we all came away with pictures we were pleased with. I would definitely recommend this course. Thank you Claire for a lovely day. "

Teesdale Felt responded:

"HI Jane, Thank you so much for your lovely positive review. I am so pleased you enjoyed my landscape workshop and your picture was beautiful. I hope to work with you again in the future. Very best wishes, Claire "

28 Feb 24'

Helen reviewed: Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt

"Well taught, nice pace and very enjoyable. Everyone went home with a beautiful piece. Really hope to do another workshop with Claire soon. Thanks so much."

Teesdale Felt responded:

"Hi Helen, It was lovely working with you yesterday and I am so pleased you enjoyed the workshop. Your seascapes were beautiful and had so much colour, texture and movement in them. Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review! Much appreciated. I hope to work with you again. X"