When? Where? What?
Newton Stewart, Scotland, DG8 9DB
This class is for you if:
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You have some felting experience
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You would love to create your first garment
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You feel unsure how to start
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You want guidance and support
What You’ll Learn
In this hands-on feltmaking masterclass, you will design and create a reversible fine felted tunic — a versatile garment that can be worn and styled in different ways. You’ll work with superfine Merino wool, silk, and viscose to achieve a lightweight, elegant fabric with beautiful movement and drape. This is a perfect opportunity for those who would like to venture into creating felted garments and are not sure where to start.
How to prepare your materials and layout in a comfortable, efficient way — reducing time standing and unnecessary strain on your body.
What materials you need to create a fine layout and how to achieve it.
How to create unique 3D embellishments using a variety of upcycled materials
Tips for shaping and finishing your tunic for a professional result
Felting techniques to achieve fine, well-fulled yet delicate fabric
How to design and construct a seamless, reversible garment.
Day 1 — Design, Preparation & Layout
- Introduction to the project and materials
- Creating and preparing your pattern (resist)
- Planning your reversible design
- Preparing wool, silk, and viscose layouts
- Beginning layout on the first side of your tunic
Day 2 — Completing Layout, Felting & Finishing
- Recap and questions
- Completing layout on the second side
- Felting and fulling your tunic
- Shaping and refining the garment
