I am passionate about felting and enjoy experimenting with new ideas and techniques. Wool is an incredibly versatile material which makes it perfect for 3D felting. I particularly enjoy creating landscapes and incorporate mixed fibres to add texture and interest. I am also interested in Shibori techniques and run courses in the community. I live in Teesdale, Co. Durham and much of my artwork is inspired by its beautiful landscape.
Courses, kits & gifts
Whole day wet felted landscape workshop with Teesdale Felt
"The whole day wet felting course far exceeded my expectations. I am really proud of the picture I created thanks to Claire Priestly’s guidance and expert teaching. The Hearth is a lovely venue, and the lunch from their cafe was delicious. All the other participants were friendly - it was a very supportive and inspiring day. Thank you."
Teesdale Felt responded:
"Thank you so much for joining me and for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I am so pleased you enjoyed the day and have been inspired to do more felting. I hope to work with you again in the future. Best wishes,
Claire xx"
"Thanks for such an inspiring experience. I am very impressed by the quality pictures that everyone on the course produced thanks to the patent and encouraging tuition from Claire. "
Teesdale Felt responded:
"Hi Melanie,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review! I quite agree the pictures created during this session were fabulous. I am so pleased you enjoyed the workshop and hope to work with you again. Very best wishes, Claire "
"I'm a second time participant on this full day workshop because I enjoyed the first one so much. Claire is a fabulous teacher, very enthusiastic and supportive, offering guidance to the whole group and 121 when required. Claire's own artwork shown as examples during the workshop is stunning and inspirational. Claire explains thoroughly the different types of wool and fibres that can be used and how, there is also an abundant supply available for participants. This is a wonderful workshop, which I highly recommend. Book your place, you will not be disappointed and will have a very unique piece of art to be proud of!"
Teesdale Felt responded:
"What a wonderful review! Thank you so much for taking the time to write it and I am so pleased you enjoyed your second workshop! You came with some interesting ideas to work from and your seascape through a rocky window was inspirational! I am looking forward to working with you again very soon. Best wishes, Claire xx"
"I’ve just done the wet felting course with Claire and absolutely loved it! She explained things so clearly, was super chilled and relaxed and let everyone do their own thing, but provided expert advice and guidance along the way. So pleased with what I managed to produce at the end. Definitely want to try and felt some more. Highly recommended!"
Teesdale Felt responded:
"Awww thank you for such a lovely review! I had such a good day and you created a beautiful felt picture to be proud of. Please keep in touch and show me what you make in the future. Xx"
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