Maker Workshop: Needle Felting

Step into the colorful world of textile art in this hands-on needle felting workshop! Guests of all skill levels will explore the fascinating process of needle felting—a technique using barbed needles to interlock wool fibers into fabric.

Learn the fundamentals of needle felting as you transform loose wool into a one-of-a-kind fabric drawing, layering textures and colors to craft your own work of art. From sketching a simple design to bringing it to life with tactile materials, this workshop is a perfect blend of creativity, science, and technique.

Whether you're curious about fibers, love hands-on crafting, or just want to try something new, come discover how art and science intersect—one poke at a time!

Tools used in this Maker Workshop include felt, wool and barbed needles.

This Workshop will be held at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. May 1, 2, 3, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 and 31.

About Maker Workshops

Forge Workshops are included with Museum admission. Advance registration is required and can be done in person at the Guest Services desk or by talking with a Forge Facilitator. Click below to purchase your tickets to the Museum.

Maker Workshops are 45-minute experiences led by Forge Facilitators. These project-based workshops result in a take-home item and are limited to 12 participants. All participants in this workshop must be 11 years or older. Participants under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Check our daily schedule for Maker Workshops occurring during your visit.