In-person course
in Darlington Maker & location details

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

Contemporary lampshade

A felted lampshade with a grasslands theme-Claire Priestley.

A student's shade created during a one day workshop.

A students shade displayed in pride of place at home. This depicts a Teesdale landscape.

Student's lampshades made over two weeks at a weekly evening workshop.

Students creating felt pod lanterns to house a variety of needle felted creatures.

A first time felter's landscape. Different materials create depth and promote interest.

Description

Create a beautiful felted lampshade. On this workshop you will have an opportunity to work with a wide selection of materials including soft merino wool, mulberry silk, sari silk and yarn. Choosing a theme for example grasslands, mountains or seascape you will design your shade then lay out the fibres ready to turn into felt. Once dry you will embellish and add detail to your felt using needle felting techniques. Throughout the day with careful guidance you will be encouraged to experiment and use pictorial examples as inspiration. I am flexible and can arrange workshops at times to suit you. For further information, please get in touch. Beginners are very welcome and if required I can direct you to 5* reviews from some of my previous courses arrange privately.

What's included in the price?

All materials (including lamp base), tuition and a light refreshments are included in the price.

Duration

5½ hours

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Teesdale Felt

with Craft Courses since 2019

Message the tutor

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.