2D Needle Felting 101: Painting with wool

In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll use a specialty felting needle to “paint” with wool, layering soft fibers onto a wool base to create a 4×4 inch picture of your choosing. Think landscapes, simple animals, abstract color studies — if you can imagine it, you can felt it.

With a rainbow of wool colors at your fingertips, you’ll be the Picasso of fluff in no time. With Bleu to guide you step by step through the process — like a slightly less green, more wool-covered Yoda — teaching you how to blend colors, add detail, and build dimension using nothing but fiber and a very pointy tool.

All materials and tools are provided. No experience necessary. Just come ready to relax, get a little stabby, and leave with your own fuzzy masterpiece.

• Master fundamental needle felting techniques.
• Create a visually stunning 2D needle-felted masterpiece.
• Develop an understanding of design principles specific to needle felting.
• Gain confidence in troubleshooting common challenges.
• Foster a sense of community and artistic expression.

Needle felting begginners or folks who are interested in Artisans Asylum's Fiber Arts Shop. All students must be 14 years or older. Students under 18 must be accompanied by and under the direct supervision of a responsible adult.

Students should bring:

A few reference photos or sketches of the design you want to make. These can be physical or digital, so long as you will have access to them during the workshop.

Enthusiasm: Come ready to explore your creativity and enjoy the felting journey!

Notebook and Pen: Capture valuable insights and tips shared during the class.

Snack and Water Bottle: Stay energized and hydrated during this artistic adventure.

• 1 4”x4” piece of felt base fabric
• Heat-transfer pens, colored wool
• Felting needles
• Felting Mat
• Access to A2's x and tools for the duration of the session.

Meet Your Guide to the World of Needle Felting, Bleu Vermeer! With a passion for transforming fluff into art, Bleu is a long-time needle felting artist with a wealth of experience. In their classes, they encourage students to hone their tactile senses and structural visualization skills while teaching the science of non-woven fibers. Their infectious enthusiasm and knack for breaking down complex techniques into digestible steps make learning a joyous adventure.