Date: Fri, July 18 9am -12pm. Sales end: July 11. Ticket: $40. Instructor: Jennifer Myka. Materials fee: $25. Skills Needed: none. Class Limit: 8. Class Location: 2nd Floor. Minimum Age: Any age, but children must be able to safely handle sharp needles and scissors and must be accompanied by an adult who will assist them.

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll explore the art of needle felting – and optionally, mixed-media flower making – as you create beautiful, one-of-a-kind fiber flowers using a selection of luxurious fibers, including hand-dyed Teeswater wool and Suri alpaca locks. You’ll also have the option to incorporate fabric petals or fiber/fabric hybrids for added flair and structure, allowing for even more creative expression. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced fiber artist, you’ll enjoy bringing these tactile creations to life. You’ll leave with a minimum of two fully crafted flowers plus the tools and materials to create another at home, although you will likely complete multiple flowers during the session!

Throughout the class, I’ll guide you step-by-step in shaping petals, incorporating vibrant colors and textures, and combining fiber and fabric elements to bring your flowers to life. These fiber creations can be displayed on their own or used to embellish hats, scarves, or other projects. Fabric-backed or hybrid flowers are especially well-suited for projects like brooches, headbands, or textile art pieces that benefit from added stability or contrast.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a stunning collection of needle-felted flowers that reflect your creativity, and you’ll be equipped with the skills and materials to continue your fiber artistry at home.

Additional materials, supplies, and tools will be available for optional purchase.

Supplies to Bring:

• Fabric scissors and your favorite hand sewing needles (or use mine!)
• $25 materials fee payable to the instructor at start of class. Cash or check only accepted. The materials fee covers hand-dyed long locks, core wool, roving, and wire for stems, fabric and embellishment options, hand sewing needles and thread, plus the use of a tool kit including a 5”x5” foam pad, wood tool with 4 color-coded needles, needle storage tube, wood skewer, and felting needle guide. (Tool kits available for purchase if desired.)
• beverage and a snack if desired.

Problems registering? Contact the Education Committee at classes@weaversguildcincinnati.org.

Questions about this class? Contact the instructor, Jennifer Myka at jennifer@freeradicalranch.com.

If you are not feeling well, please contact the instructor instead of coming to the class. On a case-by-case basis, we may be able to reschedule you into a future class or provide a make-up lesson. Ticket fees are not normally refunded.

Depending on the CDC Guidelines for Hamilton County at the time the class is held, a mask may be required. If so, you will be notified before the first class.

This class is designed for all ages. Minors who register for the class must be accompanied by a registered adult who agrees to assist the minor during the class. Contact Lorain Pettit at lorain.pettit@gmail.com for permission before registering any minor in a class.

Fees are non-refundable. Your fee will only be refunded if the class is canceled or changed to a different date. Three registrations are required for a class to be held. Students will be notified before the start date if a class is canceled due to an insufficient number of students. Eventbrite processing and credit card payment fees will not be refunded if a student cancels for any reason.