Canberra Region Feltmakers
Wherever there are sheep and wool, comunities have made felt
Canberra Region Feltmakers has existed since the early '90s to support and encourage all those interested in this versatile and exceptionally creative activity. Although based in Canberra, our membership spans not only the local region, but Sydney and the rest of NSW, and also includes a number of interstate and international members.
Latest News
News and events of interest to felters.
CRF at the Canberra Show
25 February 2011 - 27 February 2011
The Canberra Region Feltmakers demonstrate feltmaking at the
Royal Canberra Show as well as entering a large number of
items in the Feltmaking section.
Read more about CRF at the Canberra Show
CRF at the National Folk Festival
21 April 2011 - 25 April 2011
Canberra Region Feltmakers will be participating at the
National Folk Festival, an annual event which is always a
great success, with lots of felt items on sale and an
overwhelming interest in the demonstrations and workshop we
provide as part of the NFF programme.
Read more about CRF at the National Folk Festival
2011 Wrapped in Felt Exhibition
26 May 2011 - 29 May 2011
Each year Canberra Region Feltmakers holds an exhibition and
bazaar to showcase and sell work made by members over the
previous year. The handmade felt pieces on exhibition are
unique and typically use a range of fibres including wool,
silk and alpaca as well as woven fabrics. This colourful
event is popular, with a host of regular visitors as well as
many new faces each year.
Read more about 2011 Wrapped in Felt Exhibition
11th Felting Convergence
2 October 2011 - 7 October 2011
It has become customary to hold a Convergence every two
years, alternately in Australia and New Zealand, offering a
great opportunity for those interested in feltmaking to
meet, learn and share their knowledge. While the program is
structured, the emphasis remains on informality as much as
possible.
Read more about 11th Felting Convergence
Workshops
Upcoming workshops with places still available.
Network Felting and Clamp Dyeing Workshop
16 October 2010 - 17 October 2010
This two day workshop on 16/17 October 2010 will be given by
Rachel Meek, a very creative and experienced Australian
feltmaker. Although the workshop is full, a waiting list is
available if you still wish to register your interest.
Read more about Network Felting and Clamp Dyeing Workshop