Inspired by the intricate bas-relief needlework and cozy scenes featured in My Bed: Enchanting Ways to Fall Asleep Around the World, our newest Together workshop series, Felt Together, explores the art of needle felting. The series is led by Sophie Ancel, a fiber artist who blends rich textures and thoughtful layering to bring imaginative landscapes to life. Through her process-driven approach to wool and textile art, she brings a warm, accessible perspective to the world of living craft.
Friday, January 8, 2027 | 5-7pm In January, Inspired by the many animals found in Salley Mavor's tender art, this workshop will show how to needle felt a little owl on lush velvet fabric, and you will learn how to layer and shape the wool in order to get a dimensional effect. You will also use yarns to create a border around your piece with the needles.
The Together series at Mingei invites makers of all skill levels to come together and create in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Past iterations—Sew Together, Weave Together, Dye Together, Stitch Together, Clay Together, and Knot Together—explore a variety of craft techniques while emphasizing collaboration, experimentation, and hands-on learning. Each workshop encourages participants to connect with materials, try new skills, and enjoy the process of making together.