The Farms: Needlefelt Goldfinch

Experience Level: Beginner

Use locally sourced alpaca fiber to create a joyful keepsake at Needlefelt Goldfinch on Wednesday, Oct. 9 from 4 to 7 p.m. in The Studio.

Stephanie Block of Sundrop Alpacas will lead students through the needlefelting process, resulting in a bright yellow goldfinch to take home! Students will receive their own felting kit, fiber to felt and will receive step-by-step instructions along the way.

$65 person (Ages 12+; 12- to 15-year-olds must be accompanied by a registered adult.) Register here by Oct. 8. All sales are final.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia Bunting at owarren@illinois.edu.

About The Instructor

Stephanie Block is the co-owner of Sundrop Alpacas near Bement, where she focuses on creating unique handmade items from alpaca fiber. Through the alpaca farm she collaborates with other local farms to share knowledge, resources and how to enjoy rural life.

Stephanie has been making felt creations for more than five years and can be frequently seen as a vendor at various Allerton and other area events.

About The Farms

The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, health & wellness, history, nature & outdoor education, or science. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.

See the complete Fall Session schedule here.