You’ve never felt better

Learn how to turn raw sheep wool into a strong, durable and beautiful fabric at a one day workshop in Seal Rock offered on three Saturdays: June 22, July 13 and July 20.

In this hands-on class, you will learn everything you need to know to get started on wet felt making on your own, including how to source local wool, test the felt-ability of it and properly process and store it. You will leave the workshop with your own handmade felted bag to take home and a basic idea of how to incorporate the skill into your life in a functional way that increases self-sufficiency and decreases dependence on consumerism.

Instructor Sydnee Galstaun is passionate about connecting others with skills that allow for co-creation with one’s natural environment. She has been practicing and teaching the creation of functional and beautiful pieces from locally sourced raw animal fiber for more than four years.

All materials and supplies will be provided, as well as a step-by-step digital guide that covers the entire process. It includes a FAQ section that covers the solutions to common challenges faced by new felters. It also includes information about the history of sheep in relation to humans, the history of wet felt making and the incredible properties of wool.

Expect to get a little wet and sudsy and to be using your hands throughout the entire workshop; wet felt making is a somewhat rigorous process and it takes the use of some muscle, dedication and patience to see it to the end.

The fee for the workshop is $80. To sign up, contact Galstaun at sydneegalstaun@gmail.com or by text at 541-380-1199.