EMBROIDERED FELT PURSE WORKSHOP

Join felt artist Mirka Jakusova of A pocket full of Whimsy and learn how to make a beautiful embroidered wool felt purse.

Throughout the class, Mirka will share her expertise and techniques on working with wool materials, choosing the right type of felt, threads and stitches to create a stunning seamless design.

The class will cover all the materials and tools needed to create this beautiful project and regardless of whether you are a beginner or a more advanced stitcher - you will learn many tips to help improve your technique and achieve your desired design.

Come and join the class and walk away with valuable skills and knowledge in the art of handmade stitching and working with natural fibres which you can apply to future projects.

Please note: depending on the speed of each participant, you may or may not finish your project during the class, but rest assured you will have everything you need to continue and complete your project at home.

No previous experience is necessary.

All materials are provided including nibbles & refreshments.

This is an adult open age class but is suitable for age 12 plus and no previous experience is necessary.

Please note children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a participating adult.

PLEASE NOTE: This class on the 31/08/24 will be held in our upstairs studio and does not have wheelchair access.

Your space in a class is reserved only once full payment has been received.

Our workshop tickets are non refundable, but if you are aware you will be unable to attend, you may pass your ticket to someone else you wish to come in your place.

In the event you forget to come or you are unable to attend a workshop, the ticket is non transferable after the event.

Please see our full Terms and Conditions here.

About your teacher

Meet Mirka Jakusova of A pocket full of Whimsy, a talented handmade artist who specializes in working with felt and embroidery. Mirka’s work is all about creating beautiful, unique pieces using high-quality wool felt and wool threads. She starts each project by carefully selecting the colours and textures of felt she wants to use. From there, she hand-cuts and stitches each piece, paying close attention to every detail to ensure that her creations are both beautiful and durable.

Mirka’s work is inspired by nature, and many of her pieces feature whimsical flower patterns. She creates treasure bags in many sizes, decorative dolls and felt necklaces for children, all with her signature style and attention to detail.

Mirka has a loyal following of customers who appreciate her unique style and dedication to quality. When asked about her work, Mirka says that she finds joy in the creative process and loves seeing her ideas come to life in tangible form.

Overall, Mirka's work is a testament to the power of handmade artistry. By using traditional techniques and high-quality materials, she creates beautiful pieces that are both functional and beautiful, and that bring joy to those who own them.

Whilst arriving, attending and leaving the workshops, it is your responsibility to ensure that you maintain and adhere to all safety precautions and requirements during the workshop. Little Lane workshops and the attending creatives hold no personal liability or responsibility for any damage, loss or theft incurred to personal property, or any physical injuries obtained during the workshop. By attending a workshop, you agree in holding full responsibility and liability for any damages, injuries to parties involved and physical and/or personal property that may occur during the workshop.

By attending a class, you agree that you will not reproduce, replicate or redistribute any element of the class or materials provided or content from our website or social platforms in part or full for personal or commercial use.