Needle Felted Dogs (1 day)

Create your own 4-legged friend to take home. A tactile 1-day workshop exploring 3D needle felting techniques. Create a mini replica of your pet – or design the dog of your dreams!

Von will introduce you to the basic methods of dry felting natural wool fibre. By forming simple shapes and joining them together you will gradually build your soft animal structure. Different shades can be mixed or overlapped to produce markings. The addition of ears and eyes, a tail and nose will complete your canine companion and bring him/her life. Full of character, your adorable little sculpture will be a talking point for years to come.

Open to all skill levels, especially beginners
Feel free to bring some photos for inspiration if you wish

“I never thought I’d be able to produce something so amazing at the start of the workshop. For ages it just looked liked nothing and then a little dog started to appear, as if by magic!” D.M.

Tutor: Von Allen

Von Allen is a professional artist specialising in 3D needle felting techniques. Her work often features animals, with dogs being a particular favourite. Through her company Heartfelt Dogs she creates individual one-off characters, each with a story to tell. Her imagination, dexterity and attention to detail may each one a complete joy!

She has exhibited at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park Gallery and sells her pieces at art fairs and galleries nationwide.

To view Von’s own website visit www.vonallen.co.uk

“A great course, with good instruction. Friendly host and instructor. Lovely food and cake! A thoroughly enjoyable day.” A.M.

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Timing & Refreshments

Join us from 9.30am for tea/coffee & introductions
Tuition: 10.00am – 4.30pm
We take an hour for lunch and breaks whenever you wish

Lunch & refreshments are included in the course fee
Help yourself to drinks & biscuits. Home-made cake mid afternoon