Becky Utecht
Ogilvie, MN
Becky raises sheep and makes fiber art, specializing in feltmaking. Using the wool from her flock of Blue-faced Leicester sheep, she creates two- and three-dimensional felt art pieces including wall art, garments, accessories, rugs, and vessels. Felting combines her love of animals and nature with her passion for art. She enjoys teaching and sharing the magic of felting with others. She has studied with renowned feltmakers from many countries. Her felt artwork has been included in fine art shows, wool festivals, and publications including The New York Times and 500 Felt Objects.
Current Courses Offered by Becky Utecht
1.5 Days
Raw Felted Fleece: A New Approach to the Sheepskin Blanket
Instructors:
Becky Utecht
Traditional sheepskin blankets with a tanned leather back require that the sheep make the ultimate sacrifice. Yet it doesn’t have to be so! Instructor Becky Utecht has developed a modern approach to an age-old craft. Using felting techniques, students in this course will start with an unwashed sheep fleece and…
Fri, Jul 24th, 2020 – Sat, Jul 25th, 2020
Day 1: 9am-5pm; Day 2: 9am-noon
Day 1: 9am-5pm; Day 2: 9am-noon
Instructor:
Becky Utecht
Past Courses Offered by Becky Utecht
Botanical Printed Nunofelt Tunic
Cobweb Felt Lampshade
