Large Needle Felt Pumpkin

The Workshop

Join us for a relaxing session learning how to make a stunning hand felted pumpkin using wool fibres and the dry needle felting method. Located in our converted chapel at Our Crafty Place in Ilkeston, you will spend time relaxing and enjoying time just for you.

Our exceptionally talented tutor Rachel will guide you through the felting process and the handling of the wool fibres to create your own unique 3D pumpkin! Rachel, is looking forward to meeting you and says: “Spend a relaxing time learning the art of felt making, as you create your beautiful pumpkin using wool fibres and the dry needle felting method. Not only beautiful to look at but your pumpkin will make a wonderful handcrafted gift made by you or an attractive decoration for your own Halloween display. Attendance numbers are kept small to enable me to give you the one-on-one time and attention to explore your creativity, so by the end of your session, you will not only have learnt a new skill but have completed your handmade pumpkin. All materials and tools are included. ”

What to bring on the day?

Anticipation to enjoy the whole experience!

Specific to this workshop:

• Reading glasses if you need them.

What skills are needed?

No experience is necessary. This workshop is perfect for absolute beginners or people who want a new project. You will be using a repetitive up and down action into your wool with a felting needle. The needle has a comfortable handle. At the same time, with your other hand, you will be holding onto and shaping the wool. You need a certain degree of concentration to make sure you keep the needle from pricking your other hand, As soon as you get into the swing of it, you should find it a soothing, mindful process. It is extremely satisfying seeing your pumpkin grow in size, take shape and come to life!

What are the timings?

This is a relaxed afternoon running from 1.30pm to 4.30pm.

Our purple front door will be open from 1pm so we can welcome you in, you can get to meet Rachel and your fellow crafters … including the crafters doing the Autumn Punch Needle workshop and grab a cuppa before you all start!

How many places are available?

To ensure the quality of your personal experience, the group size is limited to 8. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

What is the cost?

Reduced Cost of just £35 + 79p card fee. This includes all the materials needed to make your pumpkin and refreshments during the afternoon (excluding lunch). NB: this is a £10 cost reduction. We are running 2 workshops together to reduce costs for you all. Come and get the needle felting bug for less! We will be providing drinks and home-made biscuits throughout the afternoon.