O w l i n F l i g h t
An Eight-Week Journey Into Felting & Folklore
FULL CLASS — FAERIE & OWL
8 weeks · October 2nd - November 29th
The full class begins with two weeks of faerie-making. You will create a hand-sewn faerie queen before moving into six weeks of intensive felting, where you will learn how to felt a large bird in flight using needle and wet felting techniques.
OWL ONLY
6 weeks · October 16th - November 29th
Join for the Owl portion of the class and spend six weeks learning to felt a large bird in flight using needle and wet felting techniques.
In this eight-week class you will be making a life-size barn owl and a soft sculpture art doll, or you can choose to register for the owl only, which is a six week class.
Owl: You will learn how to make a sturdy wire armature for a large bird in flight, as well as various needle felting techniques that will help you build a solid form while also creating a captivating sense of movement. We will explore different techniques for wet felting feathers, which will add texture and realism to your finished piece.
Faerie: You will be hand sewing a faerie from natural fibres over wire armature, learning how to dye locks for hair with a variety of natural dyes, embroider a tiny face, and create clothing using salvaged antique fabrics and wool felt.
Materials are not included in the cost of the course. A full resource list for materials will be emailed to you upon registration. Kits will also be available for purchase for those in Canada.
This is an intermediate level class - for those with prior needle felting experience. Prior hand sewing experience an asset but not a must. If you are looking for a beginner class I recommend the Green Man or Snail classes.
Course Structure & Schedule
New lessons will be available every Friday, with an estimated 3–6 hours of recommended work per week. You can move through the lessons at your own pace, as you'll have permanent access to the course. Weekly Zoom meetings will take place on Sundays, where we'll review progress, share work, and I’ll answer questions.
Please read through the FAQ if you have any questions, or contact me directly.
Weeks 1–2 — Faerie
Week 1 — Crafting a Faerie
Creating and wrapping a wire armature
Learning how to shape a face and body
Hand-stitching a body
Embroidering a tiny face
Week 2 — Creating Clothing, Hair & Wings
Exploring different fibres and patterns to dress your faerie
Sewing on hair, including how to hand-dye mohair locks using natural plant dyes
Creating realistic tattered wings, or felted wings.
Weeks 3–8 — Owl in Flight
Week 3 — Felting Foundations
Creating a wire armature for your owl
Building up the form and sculpting your owl with core wool
Week 4 — Felting Details
Needle felting a realistic barn owl face
Creating talons with wool roving
Week 5 — Creating the Wings
Wet-felting wing feathers
Beginning to build the wings
Week 6 — Creating the Wings, Part 2
Wet-felting large wing feathers with wire flute
Completing the wings
Week 7 — Creating the Tail
Wet-felting tail feathers with wire flute
Attaching the wings and tail to your owl
Week 8 — Finishing Your Piece
Felting the final details
Seating your faerie rider
Preparing your owl for hanging
What’s included:
What's Included
6–8 weeks of video lessons: Each week includes video tutorials along with supporting photos and text to guide you through the project.
Weekly Live Zoom Q&As: We'll meet each week to see where everyone is at, discuss the process, and work through any challenges.
In-course support with me: You can ask questions whenever you need via email or Facebook throughout the course.
Access to the private Owl Rider Facebook group: A wonderful way to connect with other students, share photos of your work, and give and receive feedback throughout the course.
Access to the private alumni Facebook group: Join the Lavender & Lark Faerie Makers Circle to connect with other alumni, share your work, and see what others are creating.
Twelve months of access to the course content.
40% discount on future classes: This applies to most full classes (faerie + felting).
Register For The Class
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Full Class: Faerie & Owl in Flight – $450 USD
8 weeks · October 2nd - November 29th, 2026
Owl Only – $295 USD
6 weeks · October 16nd - November 29th, 2026
**The faeries I will be teaching you to make are my aesthetic and one that I have spent years developing. So, you may not use this doll pattern to sell from commercially.
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