People often ask if they can learn to make a marionette similar to a specific character of ours that they love. We are glad to teach aspiring craftspeople ages 10 and up. Groups of three or more are welcome to schedule marionette making sessions. We can bring all supplies to you, or can host your group in our studio.

 The technique of needle felting is easily learned and a woolen needle felted animal marionette can be completed in one session. Younger handworkers find needle felting to be a rewarding activity. Groups typically opt for a two part series: Session 1 is a marionette making workshop. Session 2 is a puppetry event using the marionettes. 

Making a marionette with complex details requires a series of meetings over a number of days. Newcomers to handwork learn everything that is needed in the sessions, no prior sewing or woolworking experience is necessary. Groups can meet once weekly over a period of time or can schedule an intensive over a vacation or weekend.