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Post by lauraann on Jun 10, 2014 15:02:56 GMT
Hi everyone, my name is Laura and I'm pretty new to wet felting. I took an on-line class recently and learned a lot of new surface design techniques that I hope to use in upcoming projects. Some of my classmates are members on this forum, so hi again to all of you!
So far I've done quite a few vessels using a resist, and find the whole process 100% addicting. So many things to try! In my area of the US, there aren't a lot of people who even know what felting is, so finding a group like this is wonderful. One thing I'm having fun experimenting with are the different types of wool breeds available on-line, and I only wish I could afford to buy some of it all to try out.
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Post by MTRuth on Jun 10, 2014 16:14:44 GMT
Hi Laura! Welcome to the forum - I'm glad you joined us. We would love to see photos of your vessels and feel free to ask as many questions as you like. It's great to find a place with like minded people to share your new passion  and we love to hear about what you're making. |
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Post by halay on Jun 10, 2014 17:42:49 GMT
Hi, Lauraann, I'm glad you found us. Yes, there are many fiber addicts here, including me. Welcome and show us some of your work.
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Post by zed on Jun 10, 2014 19:19:19 GMT
Hi Lauraann, welcome to the forum I feel the same way about wool breeds, I'm currently trying out many different ones with lots of different embellishment fibres. |
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Post by lyn on Jun 10, 2014 20:28:27 GMT
Hello Lauraann and welcome to this friendly forum!
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Jun 10, 2014 21:33:45 GMT
Hi Laura Ann and welcome to the Forum! I believe we were in the same on-line class, and I am glad you found us here on the Forum. This is a terrific, friendly and knowledgeable group. Most of us love to experiment with new techniques in felting, dyeing and what-have-you.
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Post by Pandagirl on Jun 10, 2014 21:34:58 GMT
Hi Lauraann! Welcome. Did you take Fiona Duthie's class? Several of us did myself included. Where in NC are you, if I may ask? I spent a great deal of time there while my son and his family lived in Franklin. Beautiful country! Please post your work, we love to share.
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Post by lauraann on Jun 10, 2014 21:50:14 GMT
You guys are all famous felters! Ruth, I have your book, and it's amazing. Lyn, it was all your fault that I got hooked on felting--your blog tutorial on making a vessel with a resist got me started. Yes, I was in Fiona's class, I recognize a few classmates here. It was a wonderful experience, even though I didn't do all the samples yet. Marilyn, I live in Thomasville, which is near Winston-Salem. I believe Franklin is near Asheville, in the mountains, right? I live about 2 hours from there. I'm originally from Northern New York State, been here about 10 years. Wish I was back up there today, it's 94 degrees and steamy outside.
Where is the best place to post pictures? All mine are on my computer at work, I'll have to find them tomorrow.
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Post by Pandagirl on Jun 10, 2014 22:12:49 GMT
Yes, Franklin is in the mountains about 70 miles west of Asheville. I haven't been to Winston Salem, but have been in Charlotte and recently Raleigh. I haven't seen anywhere that isn't pretty country.
You can post pictures in any of the sections pertaining to what the subject is. For instance, Nuno felting, wet felting or surface design.
Yes, Fiona's class was a great experience. I hope you get to try all the samples. You may not like all of them, but it's a great experience. I look forward to seeing them.
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Post by Shepherdess on Jun 10, 2014 23:18:19 GMT
Welcome to the forum , glad you found us. I'm not sure what I can add to your welcome but yes, please pictures we love them.
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Post by zed on Jun 11, 2014 9:52:59 GMT
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and we love to hear about what you're making. 
