Needle felted otter - Heritage Weavers & Fiber Arts

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Registration and Payment:

You can register and pay for your class in one of several ways:

1. Online: Click HERE to register and pay now via credit card.

2. In person: Visit the Boarding House at the Historic Johnson Farm (see address below) during open hours (M-F, 10-3) to complete a class registration form and make your payment via cash, check or credit card.

3. By mail: Click HERE for the Registration Form, then download and print the form. Complete the form and mail (see address below) with a check made out to Heritage Weavers and Fiber Artists.

Address: HWFA

3346 Haywood Rd

Hendersonville, NC 28791

Needle Felting a Baby Otter
Class Description: Learn to needle felt a baby otter. A new subject to try and create in wool using a felting needle. We will be using a simple wire armature for this little fellow to give him the ability to hold onto his favorite rock or shell. An adorable way to hone your needle felting skills.

Fee: Payable by cash, check or credit card
$50.00 for HWFA members (must have completed orientation at time of registration)
$60.00 for non-HWFA members
Date(s): July 24, 2025
Time(s): 10:00 AM -3:00 PM

Instructor: Irene Heckel-Volpe
Prerequisites: Class is suitable for students with a bit of experience – need not be extensive. Knowing the basic techniques is enough.
Maximum number of students: 8
Materials provided by instructor: The instructor will supply all the materials to complete the project including fiber, 2 needles and a foam work surface (foam should be returned to instructor after class).
Materials fee: $15.00 (payable in cash to instructor first day of class)
Materials brought by student: Lunch and drink

Additional information: Park at the Historic Johnson Farm Interpretive Center and walk to the Boarding House. Handicapped parking is available at the Boarding House. Please note, as a historic building, the Boarding House is not handicapped accessible.