Nuno Felting is a way of creating garments, sculptures, hats and art pieces using the interlocking trait of wool fibers laid over silk. The fibers bond to the silk, creating a lightweight felted fabric that can be used in many ways. The technique was developed around 1992 by Polly Stirling, a fiber artist from New South Wales, Australia.  The word “nuno” means cloth in Japanese. 

Lindy plans to teach three classes in Nuno felting, allowing participants to dig deeply into this technique.

In the beginning class, students will learn to design by layering different wools and synthetic fibers over a thin silk fabric to produce a piece that can be used as an accent to other garments, a purse, wallet or hat.

About Lyndy Pickens:

Falling in love with fleece while growing up, Lyndy Pickens learned to spin as a teenager. During her evolution with fleece, she was introduced to felting when her favorite sweater shrunk in the wash!  Eventually, Nuno felting became her passion and interfaced well with her Clothing and Textile background. Her felted garments are works of art and an inspiration to anyone who loves working with fiber.

When: Sunday, May 5, 11:00 a.m. Three-hour class

Hosted by Melanie Perkins, Taught by Lyndy Pickens

Cost: $125, includes all materials

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