Needle Felting for Beginners

CLASS INFORMATION
Come try an engaging and creative craft – needle felting! It’s a basic ‘how to’ sculpt with wool. Bring your enthusiasm, and all other materials will be provided.

Fall: 

Come try an engaging and creative craft – needle felting! It’s a basic ‘how to’ sculpt with wool. All you need is some wool, a mat, a needle and patience to produce a felted garland for your wall or Christmas tree, or a sunflower wall hanging and a small pumpkin.

Dates/Times: Thursdays, October 9, 16, 23, 2025 (3 weeks) 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

Winter:

Class 1 (December 2) we’ll learn the rudiments of sculpting wool and how to make a face. Week 2 (December 9) we will make Mrs Santa or an elf – you’ll be a pro at that! Bring your enthusiasm, all other materials will be provided.

Dates/Times: Tuesdays, December 2 & December 9, 2025 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

INSTRUCTOR
Leslie Metzger’s goal is to empower students and teach them about the joy of “process” which is why we make art in the first place. Her students will benefit from her personal experience as a late bloomer in the art field. She is able to demystify art supplies from gum erasers to techniques to color and mostly to let go and take chances.
SUPPLIES
All supplies are provided by EPRD.
REGISTRATION
Registration is open to Exeter residents on Monday, October 27, and non-residents on Monday, November 3, on a first-come, first-served basis. Registrations are accepted at the Exeter Recreation Office during our business hours, on-line, mail or by phone. (4) Minimum, (8) maximum.
LOCATION
Classes will be held at the new community center, located at 10 Hampton Rd Exeter, NH 03833.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
The deadline to register for felting is November 25, 2025, or once the program is full.