07/20/2026
ENGLEWOOD RESIDENTS & YMCA MEMBERS:
Craft a Woolen Vessel: Wet Felted Bowl Workshop
Discover the ancient, satisfying craft of transforming loose, fluffy wool into a sturdy and sculptural felted bowl. This immersive workshop is a perfect introduction to the core principles of wet felting, resulting in a beautiful and usable piece of art for your home.
What You'll Experience:
In this hands-on session, you'll be guided through the entire mesmerizing process:
Design & Layer: Choose from a vibrant palette of wool roving to create your unique color story. You'll learn how to strategically layer fibers for strength and visual effect.
The Magic of Felting: Using warm, soapy water and gentle, rhythmic friction, you'll agitate the wool fibers, causing them to interlock and shrink. This is the transformative heart of the process!
Shaping & Fulling: You'll learn how to carefully mold and shape your felt over a resist (form) to create the bowl's structure, then work it to a perfect, firm finish.
The Final Reveal: After some final shaping, you’ll get to see your unique creation take its final form—a durable, textured bowl perfect for holding jewelry, keys, or simply as a stunning object of art.
Perfect For: Absolute beginners, craft enthusiasts looking for a new medium, and anyone seeking a tactile, screen-free creative experience. It’s surprisingly therapeutic!
