Felt bowls (Ōtautahi)

Learn traditional felting techniques to make a felt bowl with natural, un-dyed Aotearoa wool.

Canterbury WEA Gloucester Street, Christchurch Central City, Ōtautahi, New Zealand

$55.00 per person

Saturday 8 March: 1pm-3pm ***SOLD OUT***
Sunday 31 August: 1pm-3pm
Sunday 23 November: 1pm-3pm

Did you know that felting is the oldest known way to make fabric? In this 2-hour workshop, you’ll explore the ancient art of felting to create a beautiful and functional felt bowl from natural, un-dyed Aotearoa wool. Using just wool, soap, and water, you’ll learn this simple practice that requires no machines or chemicals. Once you’ve mastered the process, you’ll have the skills and confidence to continue felting at home, unlocking endless possibilities for creating beautiful, handmade pieces.

Please note:

Please bring one towel. It is a good idea to bring a spare bag for your towel and bowl as they may still be wet after the workshop.
All other materials and tools will be provided.
This workshop is suitable for adults.

Cancellation

Bookings are non-refundable. If for any reason (this includes illness, travel delays, and injuries) you need to cancel your workshop, you will receive a refund minus a $30 administration fee. This is provided you contact us at least 14 full days before your booking.

Please see our Cancellation Policy for more details.

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We are grateful to be able to offer this workshop because of support from Creative New Zealand.

Mirabel Oliver

A longtime lover of many craft practices, Mirabel also studied sculpture at the University of Canterbury. She loves the domesticity associated with working with wool and its incredible uses, seeing it an important feature of family life. Mirabel was given a spinning wheel by her mother-in-law and was taught to spin by Annie Mackenzie. This year Mirabel is teaching drop spindle spinning, darning, felt bowl making, and a new patchwork workshop, along with running our mending club.