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Create a sophisticated abstract textured Felt Lampshade - a great opportunity to create a unique piece of home decor to complement your home and learn two new skills - Feltmaking and Lampshade making!

 

Day One: Working with merino wool, yarns and a selection of fibres you will design and make a piece of felt fabric. Learning how to lay the wool and other fibres you will then apply wet felting techniques to bond the  fibres together. At the end of this first session you will have a piece of flat fabric ready to make your bespoke lampshade.

 

Day Two: Using the felt fabric prepared in the first session you will make your lampshade. Learning how to cut your felt fabric to size, adhere a fire resistant backing and shade rings, to construct your lampshade. This session will give you a basic understanding of how to make a drum lampshade, equipped with these new skills, you can apply this knowledge to future projects with confidence.

 

We will make 30cm diameter drum lampshades which you can choose to use as table or ceiling lampshades.

 

This workshop takes place over two half day sessions between 10am - 1pm each day at Dolphin House, Sanctus Street, Stratford upon Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6DH

 

Please read the Workshop Terms & Conditions carefully before booking to familiarise yourself with our  Refund Policy, Use of Handouts & Designs, Photograghy & Recordings. By booking a place on our workshops you are agreeing to our Workshop Terms & Conditions. Thank you.

Abstract Textured Felt Lampshades at Dolphin House, Stratford Upon Avon

£120.00Price
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  • Do I need to be able to felt to attend this workshop?

    No previous felting experience is required. All abilities are welcomed as this workshop is especially suitable for beginners.

     

    What is provided in the workshop?

    All materials and equipment are provided. Illustrated handouts notes are offered to enable you to continue to practice what you learn during the workshop.

     

    Do I need to bring anything?

    If you have a stash of yarns, fabric or other material, and which of us that love textiles doesn’t, do bring along any bits you'd like to incorporate into your work. Prior to the first session consider what colour, pattern and design you would like your shade to have by collecting images, making sketches and notes.

     

    I suggest you bring along a camera / camera phone to help your record the your work during the workshop.

     

    Should I wear specific types of clothing? 

    Wear old clothes and comfortable footwear and bring along a plastic apron iIf you have one to a plastic, to protect your clothing, we do have a selection of fabric aprons for your use.

     

    How long is the workshop?

    This is workshop that takes place over two days, each runs: 10am - 1:00pm. 

    Participants are asked to arrive at 9:45am for a 10am start.

     

    Do you cater for dietary restrictions?

    Light refreshments are provided during all our workshops. We offer a selection of light refreshments that include traditional, herbal & fruit teas, coffee (de/caffeinated), squash and water to drink alongside sweet snacks (biscuits, flapjack, cake or seasonal fruit).

    If you have any special dietary requirements please let us know in advance, and we will make adjustments to cater for your need. 

     

     

A most enjoyable day! Emma’s studio was warm and welcoming and was a lovely space in which to work. Emma was an excellent tutor, explaining each stage of the feltmaking process clearly and answering any questions that arose along the way. She provided a fantastic array of materials and taught us techniques for using them to best advantage .

— Chris -

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A brilliant introduction into the amazing world of wet felting. Extremely well organised and delivered. Thoroughly enjoyable and Emma a great tutor.

-J. Cawood - 

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—Chris - 

An extremely enjoyable course delivered in a simple and clear way. Each stage was explained thoroughly and backed up with further advice for improvement or alternative yarns / embellishments. A truly inspirational experience.

—Margaret - 

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