Fiber Art
Wet Felted Chair Cushions and Potholders
Course Overview
Flat wet felted chair cushions and potholders are simple and useful pieces of art for the home.
Each chair cushion (seat cozy) or potholder you make is like a blank canvas you design. No artistic skill is necessary, just a willingness to play with wool and color. Beginning with beautiful materials, every piece is guaranteed to be a success. Students will learn about surface designs using prefelts, yarns, needle felting and layering/mixing wool and how to wet felt your projects so they are very durable. Local fiber and natural colored wools will be available as well as a great variety of color and wool from different sheep breeds. Plan to make a number of items. These will make wonderful gifts.
Be prepared for physical exertion and being on your feet for this project.
Ages 12+ may register for this course.
Required Tools
- One large towel, a few hand towels
- A bag to carry home wet supplies
- Comfortable shoes for standing