Felting Workshop: From Raw Wool to Felted Fleece
Felting Workshop: From Raw Wool to Felted Fleece
Country: Netherlands
Region: Gelderland
Tour Location: Altforst
Hosted by: Suzanne
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Spend a full day working hands-on with raw wool in a small-group felting workshop led in a relaxed, natural setting. This experience introduces the traditional craft of wet felting, guiding participants through the process of transforming a raw fleece into a felted sheep rug or felted piece.
The workshop takes place on-site, surrounded by sheep and everyday farm life. Participants work closely with natural materials, learning how wool behaves, how moisture, movement, and pressure interact, and how each fleece responds differently in the felting process.
There is no fixed outcome, each felted piece is unique, shaped by the wool itself and the hands working with it.
The workshop includes
- Full-day guided felting workshop
- Choice of raw fleece on-site (subject to availability)
- Introduction to animal-friendly wool sourcing
- Hands-on wet felting process using water and soap only
- Coffee and tea
- Homemade cake
- Fresh vegetarian soup
Workshop Details
- Start time: 10:00
- Duration: Approximately 6 hours (ends around 16:00)
- Group size: Min. 3 – Max. 5 participants
- Language: English / Dutch
- Location: Workshop space & farm environment
- Workshop type: Craft & material-based learning experience
Workshop Highlights
- Work directly with raw, unprocessed wool
- Learn traditional wet felting techniques
- Animal-friendly, leather-free approach
- Small group setting with individual guidance
- Calm, hands-on learning environment
What to bring
- Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty
- Footwear that can get wet (boots, sneakers, or sandals)
- A towel
- Packed lunch
- Optional: dry clothes for after the workshop
Important notes
- This is a craft-based workshop; results may vary and perfection is not guaranteed
- Fleeces differ naturally in size, color, and texture
- Participants may bring their own raw fleece if desired
- Transportation is not included
- Booking closes 48 hours before the workshop date
- After booking, participants will receive detailed meeting point and contact information by email
- If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the workshop may be rescheduled or canceled. In this case, participants will be notified in advance and offered a full refund
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