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One template - 5 different bags workshop

In this workshop, students will explore techniques for felting bags creation.
During the master class, each student will create one bag; however, they will also learn how to make five more bags utilizing the same original template.

Workshop details

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    Difficulty level: Beginner

  • Optimal number of participants: 8-12

  • Timing: 8 hours/3 working days


Learning outcomes

Within workshop, students will learn:● how to start your bag design (the size, length of the handles, adding pockets, décor);● how to create the template and making template bigger for the wool shrinkage;● how to work with wool (layout wool, the best way to work with short fibres, using sander, process of rolling, shrinkage of the product);● how to create a 3D object from a flat project;● how to achieve a symmetrical product, the formation of the side walls as well as the bottom of the bag;● about non-standard solution for processing bag handles to the desired length.
● Depending on the chosen decor, you will learn the technique of shibori, woolen watercolour, creating 3D elements.

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Tentative program of the workshop

  • Day 1. Template and layers 

    • An introduction to how to create a bag on a flat template;• Creating a template, additional volume;• Prepare the layers;• Layout of wool;• Start to felt with the resist inside.

  • Day 2. Felting bag

    • Rolling • Remove resist• Felting until planned size and shape of the bag is reached

  • Day 3. Accessories 

    ● Giving the final shape to the bag● Installing accessories on the bag● Demonstration how to make 5 more bags utilizing the same original template