Tag Archives: felting

{How-To} Fleece Transparency – Painting with Wool & Light !

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Handwork Homeschool

Do you remember the first time you saw coloured fleece ? What IS that ?  Then you reached out & stroked it (everybody does)… You wondered, “what do I do with it”?  The answer to that question depends on where … Continue reading →

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What is Wet Felting ? : A 5-minute Handwork Homeschool Lesson

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Handwork Homeschool

Wet Felting is one of those wonderful fibre arts that truly allows you to create from the most basic of materials. Working with a little warm water, a bit of soap & some cuddly, soft rovings you can easily & … Continue reading →

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Handwork Heroines ~ Meet Mine

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Handwork Homeschool

Recently, I was reading an article in which a maker was asked, “Who inspires you?”. It seems like a simple little question – but it kept rolling around in my head – so I started making a NEW list for myself. … Continue reading →

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Parisian Handwork Festival – A Virtual Tour

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Handwork Homeschool

A few weeks ago, I had the good fortune of being able to attend one of the best fibre art shows – L’Aiguille En Fête – in Paris – for the THIRD time !!! I wish you could have been … Continue reading →

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Top 7 Posts of 2013 @ Handwork Homeschool

Posted on January 22, 2014 by Handwork Homeschool

Walking through my front hall this morning – I was shocked to notice the date on the calendar… 2014!  How’d that happen?!? It’s been busy around here this year (as usual) with a wild mix of new things being made & … Continue reading →

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FULLING :: A 5-Minute Handwork Homeschool Lesson

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Handwork Homeschool

So, you may be wondering just what are these things ? Strange, ruffled toadstool tops? Knit sea anemones? Little gnome hats ? Nope, they are the BEFORE picture – & here’s the AFTER …. These are circles which I knit … Continue reading →

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Sweet Felt Treats

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Handwork Homeschool

Last week, I had the good fortune to pop over to Paris for a couple of days with a dear friend.  We happen to live only a few hours away from the “city of lights” & so it felt only … Continue reading →

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