Join Louise in the magical process of wetfelting to make a crossbody messenger bag inspired by the landscape. Using a variety of fibres you will create a bag with a long flap which you will decorate with wool and exotic fibres to create your pattern. You will then apply your own energy to turn the fibres into felt. Your bag can then be completed by adding a handmade leather (or webbing if you prefer) strap and a magnetic clasp.
Bring sharp scissors, hand towel and bath towel, sewing needle and strong thread (grey) and a goodly amount of elbow grease.
Please note there will be a £15 material charge (Webbing Straps) or £18 (Leather Straps) payable on the day.
Please click on the title below to see a list of items to bring to the workshop if needed.
What to expect
Time at ArtisOn is designed to take you away from it all. We provide the environment, the time and the guidance you need to create. You can expect a warm welcome, skilled and friendly tutors and the chance to meet like-minded people keen to share ideas. You can even leave us to clear up the mess! There will usually be two workshops going on and we encourage everyone to mingle and be nosey about what the other workshop is up to.
We encourage you to arrive at 9.30am. This will allow time to meet other participants over a cup of tea or coffee and biscuits before beginning workshops at 10am. There will be a mid-morning break for refreshments and a chance to talk over progress with others. Lunch is usually around 12:45 for about 45 mins – you can expect a delicious homemade 2 course lunch. There will be a further afternoon break with tea or coffee and cake. All food and refreshments are included in the price of your workshop.
The finish time given is a target. There are occasions when the session may overrun so do let us know if you need to be away promptly.
We aim for your day to be a real treat. You could always learn a new skill in a shed or a draughty village hall with a curly sandwich, but we want you to have more fun than that! So we make sure we provide a day where you will be looked after, with good food, good company and great inspiration!
What you’ll need to bring with you
Bring sharp scissors, hand towel and bath towel, sewing needle and strong thread (grey) and a goodly amount of elbow grease.
Apron, (preferably waterproof)
