Wool Rescue: Needle Felting for Creative Garment Repair

Workshop Description:

Discover the magic of needle felting as a practical and artistic way to repair your favorite wool garments! This hands-on workshop introduces you to the essentials of needle felting for mending—a technique that uses barbed needles and wool roving to seamlessly blend repairs or add playful decorative accents.

Whether you’re fixing moth holes, strengthening worn areas, or embellishing your clothing with texture and color, needle felting offers a simple, durable, and highly creative approach to repair. You’ll learn how to work safely with felting needles, choose the right fibers, and shape your patches so they beautifully integrate with (or stand out from!) your garment.

Bring along a wool sweater, hat, coat, or any item with small holes or thinning spots. You’ll leave with repaired pieces, new skills, and the confidence to continue felting at home.

You’ll Learn:

• The basics of needle felting tools and materials

• How to safely and effectively use felting needles

• Techniques to repair small holes, thin areas, and surface damage

• Methods for subtle, blended patching or bold decorative designs

• Tips for matching colors, adding shapes, and reinforcing delicate spots

Ideal For:

Anyone interested in sustainable clothing repair, wool care, fiber arts, or creative handcrafts. No prior experience needed.

Join us and learn how to turn wear and tear into soft, durable, and beautifully felted mends!

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