Coffee, Cake, ‘n’ Craft – Mini Felt Bag in New Romney, Kent
Description
Learn the art of felt-making as you create your own mini felt bag in this relaxed, hands-on workshop. Guided by an experienced tutor, you will use colourful wool fibres and wet felting techniques to form and shape your bag, before adding decorative details to make it truly unique. You will explore how to layer fibres, use water and soap to bind them together, and shape the felt to create a sturdy, functional piece. There is also the option to add embellishments such as patterns or textured finishes to complete your design and give it a personal touch. Suitable for beginners as well as those who have tried felting before, this workshop offers a friendly, small-group setting with plenty of time for one-to-one guidance. All tools and materials are included, and you can enjoy unlimited coffee and ample cake throughout the session while working at your own pace.
What's included in the price?
All tools and materials are provided, with step-by-step guidance from an experienced tutor to help you through each stage of the process. You will have a choice of colours and decorative details, giving you the freedom to customise your mini bag to suit your style. Unlimited coffee and generous servings of cake are included, adding to the relaxed and sociable atmosphere. At the end of the workshop, you will take home a charming, handmade mini felt bag – perfect for gifting, display, or everyday use.
Duration
3 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Teach Me is the brainchild of Yolanda and John Houston, two established commissioned artists. Their ambition is to spread both traditional and new arts, crafts and skills to people. Day/evening courses appeal to local people - the day long workshops attract visitors from far and wide. Teach Me offers tutoring for a huge range of arts/crafts disciplines, for painting/drawing to stained glass arts and mosaics. There are food offers including chocolate making and decorative confectionery.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Children
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Vision impaired
- Limited mobility
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Intermediate level
- Accommodation offered
- Christmas
- Public transport
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners

FAQs
For your safety and comfort during the workshop, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing that you don’t mind getting a bit dirty. Closed-toe shoes are a must. Aprons will be provided.
Yes, there is ample parking available for all participants, with plenty of spaces to ensure convenient access when attending the workshop.