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Magical Doll Making with Melissa

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Remember the long lost wisdom of making things with our hands – a skill that our ancestors innately knew.

Join us for an evening of doll making – as your teacher Melissa takes you through the steps of making your own magic doll. 

Magics Dolls have also been known throughout history as Medicine, Spirit or Healing Dolls.

These sculptural works are created with natural and recycled materials. 

It has been believed that creator of the doll is able to weave a wish for oneself or the recipient, into the creation.

What we will cover?

Throughout this workshop you will learn:

– The basic techniques of dry felting using a felting needle, core wool and a felting pad

– A brief history of doll making

– We will make a talisman using the techniques of felting

– How to make a spirit doll at home 

What you will need?

Bring a playful spirit. 

We will provide the needles and pads and some basic wool supplies to learn the basic techniques to get started – which you will be able to take home.

Who will be teaching? 

Melissa Rymer (she/her) is an all round creative human. In different incarnations she has been an architect, a filmmaker, a film location scout, and in more recent times, a writer, a counsellor and a maker of things.

She is happiest in nature, preferably close to the sea, or by a river, anywhere close to trees and birds.

Questions about the class? Please email delsi at melbourne@lanewaylearning.com.

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