An Introduction to Wet Felting with Hand Embroidery 

'Jewel Garden' Picture

On this workshop you will create a unique felt and stitch Jewel Garden picture based on one of Lynn’s designs. 

Cost: £45

Duration: Saturday 7th June 2025 10:15 AM to 12:45 AM

Location: Scampston Hall Walled Garden Conservatory, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 8NG. www.scampston.co.uk

Course Numbers: Minimum Spaces 8 / Maximum Spaces 10 

Description:

The  workshop will be delivered by Lynn Comley during the Embracing Wool exhibition which runs from 4-8th June 2025.

You will spend the morning in the education room within the grand conservatory in the award-winning walled garden. This is a north facing room, which is a cooler temperature for working in the summer months. 

This two and a half hour workshop will give participants the skills and techniques to be able to create a unique piece of felt textile art. 

Using the wet felting technique you will learn how to lay out dry wool fibres, blending two colours, then adding accent fibres to create an illusion of depth. During the ‘wet’ stage, water, soap, and friction are applied eventually creating a unique piece of textile art! 

As the work will be wet, we will use sample pieces of felt to practice any unfamiliar stitches and discuss ways you can embellish your work. 

What's included:

All materials, equipment and tuition to guide you through the morning. A needle, pack of threads, to compliment your work along with embroidery stitch notes will be yours to take and finish at home.

You do not need any prior experience and you will be provided with all the necessary materials and equipment to use on the day. PLEASE bring a hand towel on the day and a suitable bag to take the wet towel and work home in. 

Please note: Entry to the Embracing Wool exhibition and workshop is free. If you also wish to view the gardens a ticket must be purchased at the garden ticket office. 

Suitable for:

Adults Only. This Workshop is suitable for all levels from complete beginners to those with experience. Please note: A certain degree of upper arm fitness is required, and participants may find it easier standing up while felting. Please see Scampston's Accessibility Policy, available on their website www.scampston.co.uk/plan-your-visit/accessibility-information for information on disabled access and contact us directly if you have any questions or if any special arrangements are required for the workshop.

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