Homeschool Needle felting - Ages 9+

Dive into the fibre arts and Learn to needle felt in a supportive enviroment with Cristina. Needle Felting Classes (Ages 9+) Join Cristina for a creative series of needle felting classes designed to teach the art of sculpting with wool. Throughout the term, participants will learn foundational and advanced needle felting techniques while exploring both 2D and 3D projects, developing an understanding of form, structure, texture, detail, and sculpture. These classes are suitable for beginners through to those with some previous felting experience. No prior experience is required, and individual guidance is provided throughout each session to support participants at their own pace. Students will have opportunities to develop fine motor skills, creativity, problem-solving, patience, and artistic confidence while creating a range of unique handmade projects. Weekly Class Projects 29/7 – Needle Felted Hedgehog Keychains & Bag Charms Introduction to basic 3D needle felting techniques. 5/8 – Needle Felted Tote Bags Introduction to 2D wool "painting" and surface design techniques. 12/8 – Needle Felted Hamsters Learning to create 3D sculptures with appendages and increased shaping techniques. 19/8 – Needle Felted Earrings Exploring miniature 2D felting techniques alongside basic jewellery-making skills. 26/8 – Needle Felted Mini Cats Building confidence in creating 3D sculptures with appendages and expressive features. 2/9 – Needle Felted Mini Cacti & Pot Plants Introduction to adding detail, texture, and finishing techniques to 3D pieces. 9/9 – Needle Felted Turtles Developing advanced 3D sculpture skills, tiny details, and precision work. 16/9 – Kawaii-Style Axolotls A final project combining all skills learned throughout the term, including shaping, appendages, detailing, and finishing techniques. Attendance Information These classes are suitable for participants aged 9 years and over. Parents and guardians are welcome to stay and participate, relax nearby, or sign their child in and leave for the duration of the class. A waiver and emergency contact details must be completed before departure. Please note we will be using real Australian and New Zealand sheep's wool as our medium for crafting. Safety Information Finger guards are provided for all participants; however, needle felting uses specialised felting needles, which are sharp and require care when handling. All abilities are welcome. Please assess individual support needs and ensure a parent, guardian or support worker is available if additional assistance is required for safe participation. What to Bring • A water bottle • Optional snacks (please ensure all food brought into the venue is nut-free) NDIS Participants If you would like to use your NDIS funding to attend, please contact Cristina directly at: [email protected] An invoice can be arranged before booking. Please contact Cristina before purchasing tickets through Eventbrite.