Discover the beauty and versatility of double-faced nuno felt while creating a one-of-a-kind wearable art coat. In this immersive five-day workshop, you will construct a coat by sandwiching fine wool fibers between two layers of silk, creating both the garment and its fabric at the same time. You will also explore an easy way to make custom patterns for any size, design possibilities, the felting process, and shaping techniques. You’ll leave with a comfortable, lightweight garment - one that is beautiful and that fits you beautifully! 

 

Patti Barker’s fascination with fabric and fashion began with her mother, a seamstress, and led her to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Art with a concentration in fibers from Western Washington University. An award-winning fiber artist, Patti has explored feltmaking since 2010, creating distinctive wearable art from silk, wool, and soapy water. She lives with her husband and two beloved dogs in a sprawling farmhouse in North Central Florida. Learn more about Patti and her work at pattibarker.com.

 

 

$600 - $720*

*Note: You will save money if you join SEFAA before registering for this class.

 

Additional Supply Fee:  A $120 supply fee is payable directly to Patti at the beginning of class. This fee includes seven yards of hand-dyed silk, eight ounces of merino wool top, plastic pattern-resist material, a plastic drop cloth, soap, vinegar, and a printed handout. Patti can accept cash, checks, credit cards, PayPal, and Venmo for the supply fee.

Scholarship Available:  Yes. For details, please visit https://www.fiberartsalliance.org/scholarships-info.

Payment: You may choose to (1) pay in full when you register OR (2) pay a $300 deposit with the balance due by April 10, 2027. Please read the SEFAA Class Deposit Policy for details.

 

Level: Intermediate. Previous nuno-felting experience is recommended.

 

Minimum Number of Students: 8 by April 24, 2027.
Maximum Number of Students: 12

 

Required Supplies:

• One sharp, full-size pair of scissors suitable for cutting silk
• One 5 × 8-foot non-slip rubber mat for rolling projects (recommended mat.)
• Apron (optional)

 

Class Schedule: This class will be held in person at the SEFAA Center from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily from Monday, May 10th through Friday, May 14, 2027.

 

There will be a short ½-hour break daily for lunch. You are encouraged to bring your lunch. Both a small refrigerator and a microwave are available on-site for your convenience.

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