Introduction to Needle Felting
Explore the art of needle felting and discover how loose wool transforms into sculptural creations. This hands-on beginner class covers essential techniques and includes all materials needed to get started.
Type:In-Studio
Level:No previous experience required
Medium:Textile
Class Dates
Saturday Jul 25, 2026 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Overview
Join us for a warm and colourful introduction to needle felting, using beautifully rich natural wool fibres. This relaxed, hands-on workshop invites you to play, explore, and let your creativity flow as you craft a unique, wearable piece of your own. Perfect for beginners and the experienced makers alike, you'll learn a delightful new skill—and leave with something truly special, made by your own hands.
By the end of this course, you will learn about natural fibres, learn how to shape it into form using a special needle, and complete a wearable piece of art!
Pre-requisites: none
Materials: all materials are provided at a value of $25 included in registration.
Please note, this is an in-studio program.
Please contact programs@niagarapumphouse.ca for any questions.
Instructor - Valerie Martin
Local Niagara Artist Valerie Rachel Martin has dedicated her life to fine arts and teaching. Her educational achievements come from Ontario College of Art and Design, George Brown College for Graphic Arts...