The Art of Wet Felting: Handmade Bag Workshop (Adult)

10/22/2026 09:30 AM - 10/29/2026 12:30 PM ET

Category

Adult Classes + Workshops

Location

West Windsor Arts
952 Alexander Road
West Windsor, NJ 08550

Summary

Create a beautiful, seamless felted bag from natural wool fibers while learning the timeless art of wet felting. This hands-on, two-day workshop (three hours per session) is designed for beginners as well as those with some fiber art experience who would like to expand their skills.

You'll learn the complete wet felting process, from selecting and arranging wool fibers to building a seamless resist, creating shape and structure, and transforming loose fibers into a strong, durable fabric. Along the way, you'll explore techniques for achieving smooth surfaces, incorporating color and design, and shaping and finishing your bag for both beauty and function.

Throughout the workshop, you'll gain an understanding of wool's unique felting properties, discover tips for creating sturdy yet lightweight vessels, and learn finishing techniques that can be applied to future felt-making projects. By the end of the second session, you'll leave with a one-of-a-kind handcrafted felted bag and the confidence and foundational skills to continue exploring the creative possibilities of wet felting on your own.

Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina
Adults: Thursday Oct 22 and Oct 29 (2 sessions)
Time 9:30am - 12:30pm

$150 Member* | $165 Non-Member


* Membership required for member pricing.

Description

Create a beautiful, seamless felted bag from natural wool fibers while learning the timeless art of wet felting. This hands-on, two-day workshop (three hours per session) is designed for beginners as well as those with some fiber art experience who would like to expand their skills.

You'll learn the complete wet felting process, from selecting and arranging wool fibers to building a seamless resist, creating shape and structure, and transforming loose fibers into a strong, durable fabric. Along the way, you'll explore techniques for achieving smooth surfaces, incorporating color and design, and shaping and finishing your bag for both beauty and function.

Throughout the workshop, you'll gain an understanding of wool's unique felting properties, discover tips for creating sturdy yet lightweight vessels, and learn finishing techniques that can be applied to future felt-making projects. By the end of the second session, you'll leave with a one-of-a-kind handcrafted felted bag and the confidence and foundational skills to continue exploring the creative possibilities of wet felting on your own.

Teaching Artist: Nelly Kouzmina
Adults: Thursday Oct 22 and Oct 29 (2 sessions)
Time 9:30am - 12:30pm

$150 Member* | $165 Non-Member


 * Membership required for member pricing.