Classes
Make your own knitted felt hat this fall at my fiber studio in lovely historic Canaan, New Hampshire.
Two Saturdays, 10am-2pm
[Dates still to be determined... stay tuned!]
On the first Saturday we will discuss color and design, process and techniques, and will begin to knit the pillbox-style hat. Over the next two weeks, you will finish knitting the hat on your own.
On the second Saturday we will explore the nuances of felting in a washing machine.
Class participants (above) proudly display their oversized knitted caps, before shrinking in the washing machine.
Some knitting experience required.
Directions to my fiber studio and a materials list are provided upon registration with the Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen.
2 sessions, 8 hours, $75 tuition, $30 materials fee.
This will be my fifth time teaching this class through the Hanover League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, and it should be great fun.
Below, more photos from the fall 2006 inaugural “Ancient Art of Felting” class:
Class participants trying on their own wet felt hats in the hat studio.
Fun with fiber, and a cozy day was had by all! Thanks ladies, it was a blast!
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Art-to-Wear for Every Head
Each of my Heirloom Handknit Hats begins as a giant, over-sized stocking cap, knit by hand of llama and wool.
Next, it is shrunk into a thick, durable felt in the washing machine, which is then shaped by hand and air-dried.
Finally, each hat is lined with a silky ribbon to keep it's shape and provide lasting comfort. Many are finished with freehand embroidery, as unique as the wearer.
All are signed, dated and numbered by hand.
With less than 200 made each year, these hats are truly limited-editon, art-to-wear pieces that will provide years of warmth and comfort for the lucky owner.
Want to know more...
-about the hats (& pricing)
-about me, or
-about this site?
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My Goal
I strive to create highly functional, exquisitely handcrafted art-to-wear Heirloom Handknit Hats.
Winter is wonderful... but not if you are cold. That's where a lovely, warm hat fits in!
If wearing one of my hats helps you get outside and enjoy yourself, then I will have played my small part in making your world a little warmer and brighter.
Your head is sacred. I aim to create original art-to-wear hats that are worthy of your head. -
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Hi, Carrie. I’m the fellow Canaanite you met on the last day of the Sunapee fair. I’ll be interested in knowing if you offer a class this fall or winter. Thanks!
Ann
Comment by Ann — 18 August 2007 #
Hi Carrie: I saw you at the Sunapee Craftmans Fair and loved your hats. Will you be teaching a class this fall/winter 2007? Would love to sign up. Thanks.
Comment by Paula Bergeron — 21 August 2007 #
Hi, Carrie: I saw your hats at Sunapee and loved them. I truly regret not buying
one! I live in Illinois and have been looking for a pattern similar to what you did
and haven’t found one. Will you have a class this winter? I could tie it in with a
visit to my best friend, who lives a Boston suburb.
I love felting hats and bags. But your pattern is wonderful and your embellishments
are great.
Thank you.
Peggy
Comment by Peggy Savage — 25 August 2007 #
Great hats Carrie! and love the new website! I met you at the Sunapee Fair 3 years ago. Would love to sign up for your class…are there openings?
c
Comment by Cate Beckstein — 10 November 2007 #