Felting Among the Flock: Hands‑On Fiber Craft with Farmer Flory at Island Hill Farm

HAMPSHIRE FARM FIELD GUIDE

Felting Among the Flock: Hands‑On Fiber Craft with Farmer Flory at Island Hill Farm

A focused 1.5‑hour felting class on Island Hill Farm using fibers from the farm’s alpacas and Shetland sheep — this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.

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Felting Among the Flock: Hands‑On Fiber Craft with Farmer Flory at Island Hill Farm.

Duration
1.5
Location
Hampshire
Operator
Island Hill Farm
Category
Farm
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

On Island Hill Farm in Hampshire, Prince Edward Island, Farmer Flory leads a compact, 1.5‑hour felting class that pairs instruction with materials drawn directly from the farm’s alpacas and Shetland sheep. The workshop is staged in a seasonally adjusted, climate‑controlled room so participants can concentrate on technique and creativity in a comfortable setting.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE HOST

Meet Farmer Flory at Island Hill Farm

The class is taught by Farmer Flory at Island Hill Farm, offering direct instruction in a small, hands‑on setting using the farm’s own fibre.

THE MATERIALS

Fibre from Alpacas and Shetland Sheep

Participants work with fibre harvested from the farm’s alpacas and Shetland sheep, learning felting techniques with authentic, on‑site materials.

THE WORKSHOP

A Focused, Hands‑On Session

This is a short, practical class that concentrates on felting technique and producing a finished piece within the session using the farm’s fibres.

What the day feels like

What the Workshop Feels Like

Over 1.5 hours you move from introduction to hands‑on practice: meeting Farmer Flory, handling raw and prepared fibre from the farm’s animals, and applying felting methods in a temperature‑controlled room so you can focus on learning and making without weather concerns.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this workshop suits — and what to watch for.

1
Families with older childrenSuitable for families provided participating children meet the minimum age of 8 years.
2
School groups and youth programsAppropriate for groups with participants aged 8 and up; organizers should note that farm admission is not included with the class fee.
3
Casual craftersAccessible to general visitors aged 8+, though participants should be aware that the class fee does not cover farm admission.
4
Farm visitors planning a day visitIf you plan to explore the farm in addition to attending the class, remember admission to the farm is a separate cost from the felting class.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

No special personal equipment is required; the class uses fibre from Island Hill Farm’s animals as the material for felting.

Materials Provided

Fibre for the workshop comes from the farm’s alpacas and Shetland sheep and is used during the session.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the class?

The felting class runs for 1.5 hours.

Where do we meet for the workshop?

The meeting location is Island Hill Farm.

Is there a minimum age to take part?

Participants must be at least 8 years old.

Is admission to the farm included in the class fee?

No — admission to the farm is not included in the cost of the class.

Are materials provided or do I need to bring fibre?

Materials are provided: the class uses fibre from the farm’s alpacas and Shetland sheep.

Will the class be indoors or outdoors?

Classes take place in a room with air conditioning or heating adjusted according to the season.