Needle Felting Class - Sleepy Cat at Swan Island Dahlias

Needle Felting Class - Sleepy Cat

This is Joy's most requested class, and she is thrilled to finally be teaching it at the Swan Island Dahlia Festival this year! This sweet, chill cat is sure to bring a smile to your face, and you won't have to worry about feeding or cleaning up after it! This is one relaxed feline, content to let you gaze lovingly at it while it sleeps. Joy will teach you a unique technique to create your cat, and later, you can use this same technique to make all sorts of other animals too. All supplies are provided in the class kit. All levels are welcome.

What you will learn:
* General overview of needle felting tools and wools
* Building on a wool base
* Attaching wool shapes to each other
* Fine needles for details
* How to build up layers of wool
* Color building

To ensure the best environment for your wool creations, please refrain from bringing open food into the class. Closed-container drinks are welcome!

We also ask that you avoid applying lotion to your hands immediately before class. It is not healthy for your wool creations.

About the Artist/Instructor: Joy, a needle felting artist native to the beautiful state of Oregon, has been captivated by the transformative power of wool for over 15 years. With a special needle and a vibrant palette of colored wool, Joy sculpts unique and whimsical creations that have found homes across the United States. Instantly drawn to the tactile and expressive nature of needle felting, Joy is passionate about sharing this relaxing and rewarding craft. For the past several years, she has been teaching individuals and groups, making needle felting accessible to everyone. This summer, Joy looks forward to introducing or re-engaging you in the wonderful world of needle felting, where creativity and wool come together.

Each Participant will leave with a Sleepy Cat

All supplies are included in the class fee of $50.00

Length of Class: 4.5 hours

Minimum Age: 15+ years old

*No guests are allowed. Each person in the class will need to purchase a ticket for the class.

*The class is held indoors in a barn with a sawdust/dirt floor. Please dress accordingly.

*No food allowed in classroom (per instructor request) - please ask Instructor.

*Closed lid drinks only allowed in the classroom (per Instructor request). Food and Drink are available to purchase from the food truck(s) on-site. Please arrive plenty early to allow time to purchase your drinks as the class instructor will not be able to wait to start the class if you are late.

*Please check-in near the Cut Flower Stand 10-15 minutes prior to your class time.

Please check your email the day of class for any updates.

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(classroom photo: credit Angela Hawes)