December 2020
Fiber Art Exhibit
First juried fiber event, sponsored by the Art Guild at Fairfield Glade, of non-utilitarian work consisting primarily of natural or synthetic fiber or yarn. It focuses on the design, materials and manual labor by the artist as part of the works' significance and prioritizes aesthetic value over utility.
Find out more »January 2021
Felting Challenge 2021
After our last meeting Leslie A., Barbara R., and Ellen S. put their heads together to come up with an inspiring fiber challenge for 2021. The fiber challenge will be a fun way to keep us all connected between now and our next meeting. Please complete this survey by Jan. 1st to indicate your commitment to the challenge. Shortly afterwards, you will receive a package containing elements to be used in this challenge along with some parameters for direction. We hope…
Find out more »NEFG Fiber Challenge #2
This last year has been extraordinarily challenging, from the pandemic to politics to human tragedies. But as creative people we are resilient and as felters we are transformative. This second challenge is a reflection piece. Reflecting on your solitude and the past year....With all the negativity.....what kept you going? Where did you find your rainbow? Rainbows have many different meanings across cultures. Research rainbows and build your piece around what you find, what rainbows mean to you, and/or incorporating rainbow(s)…
Find out more »Shibori neck wrap
With the weather turning cold, I invite you to join me while we create a gorgeous Shibori neck wrap. All the info you need will be in videos and pdfs. A wonderful piece for our northeastern area! All the info to join can be found at www.aforartistic.com/felted-shibori-wrap.
Find out more »February 2021
Felted Jewelry with Renate
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Explore the creative possibilities of combining wool with other decorative elements such as metal, beads, and stones to make distinctive necklaces, rings, pendants, earrings, and other jewelry. Students progress from crafting the basic forms of cords, beads, balls, geodes, and rings to building the technical skills needed for more challenging work, including the incorporation of precious stones. The workshop is suitable for both beginners and more experienced felters. A supply kit ($35 plus shipping), is available for purchase…
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