Last weekend I had the pleasure of gathering online with a group of fifteen makers from around the US for a Zoom wet felting workshop. Even across screens, there was a shared rhythm that emerged. Wool laid out carefully, hands moving slowly, water and soap doing their quiet work.
What I love most about virtual fiber art workshops is how they invite making into daily life. Participants worked at kitchen tables, studio corners, and sunny windowsills, each space becoming a temporary felt studio. As the fibers began to bind and transform, conversations unfolded naturally about process, patience, and trusting what wants to emerge.
Felting asks us to slow down and stay present. You can feel when the wool is ready, when it needs more time, or when it resists being rushed. Watching vessels take shape in real time reminded me how powerful it can be to make together, even when we are physically apart.
I’m grateful to everyone who joined with curiosity, care, and openness. These shared moments of mindful making continue to affirm why this work matters to me. It is not just about the finished object, but about the experience of being with materials, with ourselves, and with one another.
If you missed this workshop, more opportunities for both online and in-person felting are coming soon!
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