BARN OWL
A four-week course in needle felting
October 25th - November 22nd, 2024
In this class you will learn how to make a perched owl with folded wings over a wire armature using needle felting and wet felting techniques. There are instructions for two different sizes; a life-sized owl and a 2/3 scale owl.
Course structure
New lessons will be released every Friday, with an estimated 3-6 hours of work recommended each week. You can progress through the modules at your own pace, as you will have permanent access to the course. Weekly Zoom meetings will be held on Sundays to review work and address questions.
*Materials are not included in the cost of the course. A full resource list for materials will be emailed out the first week in July. Kits will be available to purchase from The Olive Sparrow.
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Week 1 - Felting foundations
Creating a wire armature for your owl
Building up the form & sculpting your owl with wool batt
Week 2 - Felting details
Needle felting your owl’s face
Felting talons
Creating a felted stone and moss for your owl to perch on.
Week 3 - Finishing your piece
Felting feathers and wing base
Week 4 - Finishing your piece
Building wings and finishing details
What’s included:
4 weeks of modules: comprising of video tutorials & photo/text (depending on whether you are doing the full class with doll making and felting or the felting only).
Weekly Zoom meetings: Zooms are held every Saturday throughout the course. They are an excellent opportunity to share work and ask questions.
In-course support with me for the duration of the course – you can ask questions whenever you need via email or Facebook. I will also be available after the class if you are revisiting lessons and have any questions.
Access to our private class Facebook group This is a wonderful way of connecting with other students during the course, sharing photos of work, and getting/giving feedback.
Permanent access to the course content (for as long as my site is online).
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