Intro to Needle Felting
Description: Discover the art of needle felting in this beginner-friendly workshop and transform soft wool into charming three-dimensional sculptures. Participants will learn the fundamentals of this versatile fiber art, including the properties of wool, how barbed felting needles work, and essential safety techniques for creating shapes and details. Students will explore basic felting techniques such as forming spheres, cylinders, and simple sculptural forms before creating a small project such as an animal, flower, ornament, or whimsical character. Along the way, participants will learn how to add color, texture, and fine details while building confidence with this relaxing and rewarding craft. All tools, wool, and materials are provided. No prior experience is necessary. Recommended for ages 14 and up.
Materials Included: All tools, and a wide assortment of wool, and materials are provided.
LATE ARRIVALS NOT ADMITTED ONCE CLASS HAS BEGUN
Instructor: Ayrin Gharibpour
Ayrin is a fabricator, animator and educator. She was born and raised in Iran and attended the Art University of Tehran where she received a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design. She has ten years of experience in illustrating children’s books and performing as puppeteer for theaters both in Tehran and Los Angeles including Aran Marionette Theater, The Bob Baker Marionette Theater, the Skirball Cultural Center and Redcat Theater. She has taught various art subjects and has collaborated with schools and institutes across the world. She currently works in animation and stop-motion fabrication and received the Aardman Academy’s industry training certificate in stop motion animation in 2025. She works for Apartment D studio, Bix Pix, Stoopid Buddy Stoodios and College Humor as a stage and props fabricator. Ayrin speaks in English, Italian and Farsi and she is passionate about telling stories, creating whimsical characters and loves the magic of bringing things to life.
Location:
All classes take place UPSTAIRS in our CREATIVE SPACE unless otherwise noted. Use the exterior stairs on the side of the building to enter.
Return Policy:
You can cancel classes at https://remainders.org/my-account/classes/ at least 48 hours before class starts to receive a refund (a 20% cancellation fee applies).
Because we need time to fill vacant spots, there are no refunds with less than 48 hours notice.
If you have additional questions please email toban@remainders.org with your name and order number.
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Intro to Needle Felting
