We are very happy to put up information about felt workshops that are taking place around the country, but please note that these are not organized by Feltmakers Ireland and must be booked directly with the organizer.
October 2011 – Greystones, Co Wicklow
Feltmaking with Feltcreative (Sharon Wells) at Flowers By Lynda, La Touche Place, Greystones
Wednesday night 19th October 7.45-9.45pm
Learn the ancient technique of feltmaking. Make your choice of a flower, a picture or a necklace.
All fibre supplied but please bring a plastic basin and an old towel.
€35. To book 087 2020560
Wednesday night 16th November 7.45-9.45pm
Learn more skills of feltmaking by creating a three dimensional piece, a bowl, a small bag or a lattice style hat or try your hand at some cute elf booties for your Christmas tree!
All fibre supplied but please bring a plastic basin and an old towel.
€35. To book 087 2020560
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October 2011 Co. Carlow
He will teach traditional Felt, embroidery, applique and weaving while making felt.A mongolian bag will be made using all these techniques.13th, 14th, 15th and 16th OctoberPrice is 230€ (including accommodation)Total amount of teaching hours 25h divided as followsThursday 2-6
Friday 10-1 lunch 2-6
Saturday 10-1 luncc 2-6
Sunday 10-1 lunch 2-6
An exhibition of traditional Felt will take place in The NORMAN GALLERY (10 minutes from Carmen’s Studio)
There will be an OPEN TALK BY ISTVAN VIDAK ON Saturday 15th October at 7 oclock in the NORMAN Gallery
http://www.normangallery.com/howtofindus.htm
October – December 2011 Drogheda
CREATIVE TEXTILE WORKSHOPS
gatehouse gallery
millmount craft centre, drogheda,co.louth
Sat:22nd October: Hand Painting on Silks,€85
Sat:19th November Transfer Printing,€75
Sat:17th December, Flower Power Felting,€75
Silk Painting Course
Wed: 28th September for 4 weeks.
10am-1pm €145
All materials included in price. Day workshops 10.30pm -4pm
Suitable for beginners & experienced craft workers.
Mel Bradley is a professional artist/designer and teacher.
All workshops are tailored to suit those attending.
Contact: Mel Bradley
Ph: 0863712927
Email: melbradleysilks@gmail.com
Web: melbradleysilks.com
