Creative Upcycling: The Basics of Needle Felting on Fabric

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Crafts & Hobbies

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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Turn your favorite basic into a one-of-a-kind wearable. This hands-on introduction to upcycling with wool introduces the tools and techniques you need to start "painting" with fiber to take your basic wearable into a work of art. Local fiber artist Dede Starnes will guide the session with live demonstrations and open practice time.

Participants are asked to bring a reuse sweater or other item of clothing or accessory that you would like to upcycle and practice your skills. Knitted garments, felted garments (hats/scarves) or jersey fabrics (t-shirts) are best to begin. A needle must easily pass through the material. We will supply everything else you need. 

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The Learning Lab is available to library patrons ages 12 and up. A current Hickory Public Library card is required to use Learning Lab equipment. Patrons must sign the user agreement policy and participate in a free orientation session conducted by library staff before using the Lab.