Due to high demand – a second session has been added
A bird almost universally considered “cute” thanks to its oversized round head, tiny body, and curiosity about everything, including humans. The chickadee’s black cap and bib; white cheeks; gray back, wings, and tail; and whitish underside with buffy sides are distinctive. Its habit of investigating people and everything else in its home territory, and quickness to discover bird feeders, make it one of the first birds most people learn. Allaboutbirds.com
Come make a needle felted chickadee to either hand on your tree or tuck into greenery on your mantel or other decorations. This adorable chickadee will take several hours to make and can be made by anyone, even those who have had no experience needle felting. Clear step-by step instructions will be given to ensure your chickadee is a success. You will need a small pair of wire cutters, small pair of scissors and needle-nosed pliers. All other materials will be provided and included in the cost of the class.
Gayle Mathues has been needle-felting since 2014. She is a Sarafina Certified Instructor and has a felting business called Animal Faire. She has taught several years at Common Ground on the Hill at McDaniel College. Her specialties are realistic animals and gnome –type figures. Her work can be found at Off Track Art Gallery and at various craft shows throughout the area. Read more about Gayle in the Baltimore Sun article from 2020
TERMS and CONDITIONS: This is an adult only class. Because materials are prepared for each participant, cancellations with refund minus the cost of the materials ($15) will be applied if cancelled within 7 days of the course. Cancellations not accepted within a week of the course date.
Cool Facts about the chickadee – from allaboutbirds.com