Make a needle-felted friend
What you'll do
Get swept up by the wonders of wool in this crafty experience and celebrate Bristol Pride. Learn how to make your very own wooly companion that you can attach to a keychain or keep as a good luck mascot on your desk.
You’ll be using the relaxing creative process of needle felt. Needle felting is a craft that involves repeatedly stabbing a needle into a piece of wool to shape it into its desired form. It’s perfect for creating small animal figures as the felted item’s texture resembles a real animal’s fur.
Needle felting is a popular form of stress relief, with many finding the repeated motions very therapeutic. Even better, you don’t need much to get started! In this experience, you’ll be given a pre-made felted acrylic ball and from there you’ll have free reign of what you turn it into.
What to expect:
- Your host will give a brief overview of the different grades of needle felting and how to use them safely
- Discover how to effectively sculpt shapes without the use of a wire armature
- Start crafting and making your own needle-felt friend!
- A fun way of celebrating Bristol Pride
Upcoming dates
What you'll do
Get swept up by the wonders of wool in this crafty experience and celebrate Bristol Pride. Learn how to make your very own wooly companion that you can attach to a keychain or keep as a good luck mascot on your desk.
You’ll be using the relaxing creative process of needle felt. Needle felting is a craft that involves repeatedly stabbing a needle into a piece of wool to shape it into its desired form. It’s perfect for creating small animal figures as the felted item’s texture resembles a real animal’s fur.
Needle felting is a popular form of stress relief, with many finding the repeated motions very therapeutic. Even better, you don’t need much to get started! In this experience, you’ll be given a pre-made felted acrylic ball and from there you’ll have free reign of what you turn it into.
What to expect:
- Your host will give a brief overview of the different grades of needle felting and how to use them safely
- Discover how to effectively sculpt shapes without the use of a wire armature
- Start crafting and making your own needle-felt friend!
- A fun way of celebrating Bristol Pride
How to get there
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Facilities
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
COVID-19 guidelines
- Tools and workspaces will be sanitised before and after the experience
On the day
- All the materials, tools and equipment needed for the workshop are included. You just need to bring yourself
- Refreshments will be available to have during the workshop
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About Honey Parast
Honey Parast is a talented needle felter and illustrator. From cute animals to quirky characters and furry fruit, this maker's creations have featured in everything from exhibitions to music videos. Discover how to craft your very own needle-felt friend in one of Honey Parast's workshops. Your host's playful approach will fuel you with inspiration on your own creative journey!
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to Honey Parast.