Artful Felt: Designing Shawls with Wool and Mulberry Silk Lap
Saturday, November 1, 9am-2pm
Class level: All skill levels welcome
Age requirements: 16+
Registration fee: $160
Teaching artist: Jennifer Angelo (@jangelo4000)
Discover the art of felting and create an exquisite silk shawl in this engaging, hands-on class. You'll learn essential felting techniques, with a special focus on working with silk lap—a luxurious material made of mulberry silk, known for its radiant sheen and feather-light feel.
Silk lap is like magic in fabric form: layers of delicate silk fibers that can be stretched to four times their original size and transformed into gossamer-like webs. When combined with a fine layer of wool and wet-felted, this material forms the foundation for a shawl that is not only stunning but also incredibly versatile—perfect for breezy evenings or as a timeless statement piece. By the end of this class, you'll have a one-of-a-kind silk shawl you'll cherish for years.
Embark on this creative journey and discover how to transform raw silk into wearable elegance!
Beginners are welcome, and students with prior felting experience will learn how to work with silk lap. Some upper body strength is required for rolling the scarf, as well as the ability to stand at a table during certain parts of the process. Join us for a creative, hands-on experience in felting!
What to bring:
One 4 cup plastic yogurt or any plastic container for soapy water felting solution
Scissors
2 old facecloths
Three large old bath or beach towels. You may drip water on the floor. Watch for spills. We don’t want anyone to slip.
Paper/pencil for taking notes.
2 plastic bags: 1 trash bag size, 1 grocery store size.
Accessories (yarn, lace, silk pieces) that may work for decorating your felted piece. Please bring them and talk with the instructor about their ability to be included. It helps if you know what they are made of (wool, cotton, synthetic).
Your favorite beverage, snacks, and lunch.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Apron (optional)
Note: All supplies for the project are included in the class fee.
REGISTER
Bio:
Angelo, with a PhD in occupational therapy, spent five years living in New Zealand, where she uncovered the wonderfully versatile world of felting. Her observational skills, refined through education and shaped by diverse environments—ranging from rolling landscapes and jutting rock formations to urban architecture—have added depth to her artistic perspective.
During her time in New Zealand, Angelo discovered felting, an ancient craft that opened up an entirely new realm of art for her. In addition to her more than 20 years of teaching at the university level, Jennifer has shared her expertise by instructing various wet felting classes catering to students of all skill levels. Notably, Jennifer consistently earns high praise for her effective step-by-step teaching approach.
Website: www.jangelo.com
Social: @jangelo4000