Join Firefly Studios to create your very own red squirrel sculpture and felted acorn, or mushroom, using barbed felting needles and wool. Class instruction will include wool types used, needle safety precautions and proper use, how to create a form using core wool, and adding exterior details with dyed wool. The average finished size is approximately 3-4” tall. Examples and demonstration of techniques will be provided, and no previous needle felting experience is necessary.
About the Instructor Sam:
I am a self-taught felt artist, and have been making felt since being introduced to both needle felting and wet felting in 2009. The sculptural qualities of wool are impressive, making creative possibilities seemingly endless. I glean much of my inspiration from the natural environment, particularly patterns, colors, and shapes. From there, I create various types of items including vessels, wall art pieces, sculptures, jewelry, and wearable felted items that are nuno felted. Along with working in the studio, I also regularly teach classes concerning these art forms at varying locations and age groups.
This program is for adults and teens, ages 10 and up. Pre-registration is required to attend this program. Online registration closes at 12pm on 2/3/23. If you are attempting to register after that time, please email Camilla Voelker at camilla@blandfordnaturecenter.org to find out if there are spots still available.
Member: $33
Non-Member: $39
Please Note: This program will be held indoors.
COVID-19 Information: As of January 1, 2023, face coverings are not required while participating in programs indoors or outdoors at Blandford. Blandford will continue to monitor local COVID rates and reserves the right to reinstate masking requirements for staff, general visitors, and program participants of all ages, regardless of vaccination status, if community health concerns arise. Blandford will notify program participants if this policy changes before a scheduled program takes place. Participants should not attend a program if they show any signs of infectious illness, including cough, fever, headache, runny nose, vomiting or diarrhea.
Cancellation Policy: Notice must be received at least 7 business days before the scheduled program to receive a 75% refund. There will be no refunds issued after that time. Due to processing fees, full refunds are not available. All Community Programs will be held unless there is severe weather. Please come prepared for the elements as refunds are not available for weather-related conditions except in the case of severe weather. All Community Programs will have a registrant minimum. If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted by Blandford Nature Center and notified of your refund options.
