Victorian Feltmakers Inc
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Welcome to Victorian Feltmakers Inc !
Victorian Feltmakers was established in 1995, when a group of enthusiastic Victorian felters, led by Martien van Zuilen (a gifted felter), decided to form a felt making group.
In March 1997, the group became an Incorporated Not-for-Profit Organisation.
Our members meet regularly to share the latest felt making techniques and to keep up to date with happenings in the world of felt. Our organisation is all about sharing and supporting the development of the felt making community. Regional members will be kept informed and included via Zoom regularly. Our Felt Frenzy Days are held on alternate months, where members can join together for a fun day of friendship and felting, and on the alternate months we hold meetings for our Members.
Events
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Sep
19
Felt Frenzy and Skill Share Demonstration
St James Hall
10:00 – 15:30
Come and join us and make a two sided gorgeous Japanese inspired doll made from many different fabrics plain or felted, 42cm long! Our talented members Di Morley and Mary McMahon will showcase their creative through the making of the adorable doll.
Non-members are welcome to join one introductory session free (observation only). Registration is essential.
Material List to bring:
- Sewing needles.
- Paper Pins and Scissors for pattern.
- Old Wool Tops for stuffing.
- Embroidery Threads for face. (You can use DMC threads or fine wool)
- Buttons for eyes.
- Wool for hair.
- 10 different materials for one side of the doll. (Plus another 10 if you want the other side different)
- Bring your colours to match or choose from some that will be supplied.
- Piece of nuno felt for body (front and back): 42cmx32cm.
- Piece of nuno felt for both wings: 38cmx30cm. *Contrast colours to body.
- Piece of white felt for head (front and back): 25cmx15cm.
- Piece of felt for collar: 23cmx7cm. *Contrast to body and wings, one piece.
- Neck tie/ribbon.
Oct
17
Beginner Workshop - Make a small Pod or Vessel with Jane
St James Hall
13:00 – 16:00
Discover the magic of felting in this relaxed and creative workshop! You’ll learn how to craft your very own small pod (just like the one pictured) while picking up the essential skills to get you started on your felting journey.
VFI Beginner Workshop Flyer
Nov
21
Felt Frenzy and Skill Share Demonstration
St James Hall
10:00 – 15:30
Jill Preston will share creative ways to use scraps to make Christmas decorations and more.
