Learn needle felting basics while making a pumpkin (faces optional!). Explore basic wool sculpting techniques, including wrapping, shaping, blending colors, and surface felting. Learn about felting tools, and surfaces, various gauges of needles, and types of wool best suited for needle felting. Supply packet will include enough wool for two small or one large pumpkin. Felting needles and pad area available if needed. Some felting experience helpful. (Ages 15+) Details and registration at Portsmouth Fabric Company , email pfc@portsmouthfabric.com or call them at (603) 436-6343.

Course fee: $45 Additional supply fee: $25 (Includes an optional $10 tool kit with needles and felting pad)