Make a Felted Landscape in Inverness

Inverness, United Kingdom

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Experience hosted by Sue

2 hours
Includes food, drinks, equipment
Up to 3 people
Hosted in English

What you'll do

Guests will be introduced to a wide colour palette of ethically sourced merino wool reflecting the rich colours of the Scottish Highlands. We will then tease apart and layer the wool to form a landscape scene before adding sparkling strands, and other felted fibres to represent sheep, trees and crofts.
We will then sprinkle warm soapy water onto our artwork before rubbing it between 2 layers of bubblewrap. It's a bit like shinking a jumper in the wash!
Our fibres will eventually bond, forming a firm piece of fabric. The artwork is rinsed and excess water squeezed out. Once dry, your unique felted landscape will be ready for you to take home and frame.
Other things to note
The cabin is accessed via a series of steps and gentle slopes which may be challenging for guests with limited ability. The cabin has quite a low roof so please mind your head if you're over 5' 8"
Guests will be introduced to a wide colour palette of ethically sourced merino wool reflecting the rich colours of the Scottish Highlands. We will then tease apart and layer the wool to form a landscape scene before adding sparkling strands, and other felted fibres to represent sheep, trees and crofts.
We will then sprinkle warm soapy water onto our artwork before rubbing it between 2 layers of bubblewrap. It's a bit like shinking a jumper i…

Sue's commitment to safety

This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
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What's included

  • Food
    Biscuits
  • Drinks
    Tea & coffee
  • Equipment
    All equipment will be provided by me.
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Meet your host, Sue

Host on Airbnb since 2017
  • 12 Reviews
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I am a textile artist who has lived in the Scottish Highlands since 1997. I love to "paint" using wool & silk fibres, inspired by the surrounding countryside.

I have been sharing my skills at workshops for over 6 years and regularly sell my work at events such as farmer's markets, Highland games and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. I also appeared on television demonstrating Feltmaking.

I recently built a workshop in my garden at my home in Inverness & look forward to showing guests how to make their own souvenir of the Highlands in my quirky cabin.
I am a textile artist who has lived in the Scottish Highlands since 1997. I love to "paint" using wool & silk fibres, inspired by the surrounding countryside.

I have been sharing my skills at workshops for over 6 years and regularly sell my work at events such as farmer's markets, Highland games and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. I also appeared on television demonstrating Feltmaking.

I recently built a workshop in my garden at my home in Inverness & look forward to showin…
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Where you'll be

The workshop is in the garden of my home in Inverness, close to the North Coast 500 and the Caledonian canal.

Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 12 reviews.

Michele
March 2020
Sue is wonderfully gifted in her craft, and shares it so generously with her guests. She is hospitable and welcoming. I couldn’t think of a better way to have spent my last afternoon in Scotland - a relaxing time, learning a new craft, and walking away with a handmade souvenir!
Sue is wonderfully gifted in her craft, and shares it so generously with her guests. She is hospitable and welcoming. I couldn’t think of a better way to have spent my last afterno…
Sarah
March 2020
Had a really excellent, relaxed morning in Sue's fabulous wood-fired cabin in her garden, which is so cosy and a perfect creative space. Learned lots, experimented with different techniques, had tea and biscuits, and lots of fun! Would highly recommend as a really nice and unusual activity to do in the Highlands.
Had a really excellent, relaxed morning in Sue's fabulous wood-fired cabin in her garden, which is so cosy and a perfect creative space. Learned lots, experimented with different t…
Mindy
October 2019
Sue' is a wonderful host! Her cabin is a great place for crafts and learning the art of felting was new for me! Definitely something I will be doing again once I get home!!!
Melinda
September 2019
This was a great experience and I learned a lot. My daughter and I were both thrilled with our projects and loved visiting with Sue.
Angelica
September 2019
This was a great experience with Sue! Such a unique, relaxing and creative way to learn something new and have something along with a memory to take home. Sue was so kind and wonderful, highly recommend to all interested!
Cathy
September 2019
This workshop with Sue was definitely a highlight of my time in Inverness! The cottage is so quaint and adds to the experience. Sue is an excellent teacher demonstrating everything and has a wealth of knowledge about felting art techniques! I highly recommend this for anyone interested in felting art!!!
This workshop with Sue was definitely a highlight of my time in Inverness! The cottage is so quaint and adds to the experience. Sue is an excellent teacher demonstrating everythi…
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