Wet Felting with Confidence — Fiber Clinic

Are you wondering why your latest wet felting project didn’t turn out as expected? Bring your questions to this informal clinic and get personalized guidance from Mariya Gerhardt, an experienced wet felting artist and instructor.

Whether you’re choosing the right wool, laying out fibers, controlling shrinkage, achieving smooth edges, or troubleshooting a project, this is your opportunity to ask questions and learn practical solutions. Feel free to bring samples of your work or a project that’s giving you trouble.

There is no formal presentation—just friendly, one-on-one help to build your confidence and make your next wet-felting project a success.

Friday afternoon, 2:45 to 4:15 PM
Workshop fee: $35
Materials fee: none

Artist’s Bio: My name is Mariya Gerhardt. I am a fiber artist – felt maker and knitter. When I discovered wet felting I was hooked by its magic when a fabric, a living image, is born from a bunch of scattered fibers of wool, silk and other fibers. For over seven years, I’ve been immersed in this art form, continuously experimenting, learning, and discovering new possibilities. I have a particular affinity for working with natural fibers and raw fleeces, often incorporating recycled materials such as silk, cotton, and viscose fabric, as well as various types of fiber. My creative journey has led me to explore the endless potential of both wet felting and nuno felting, and it has truly become a passion. Now, I share that passion by teaching wet felting and nuno felting classes at various fiber shows. There’s nothing more rewarding than inspiring others and spreading the joy of this beautiful, tactile craft.