NIADA Academy

Description: This course will be a creative journey to make a special wearable mythical creature using felt and floral wire. Layering basic shapes in a step by step method will be used to assemble a colorful and whimsical dragon based is on traditional Chinese dragons. Colors are entirely up to the maker since this is an imaginary animal.
Media Category: Fiber Art
Course Type: Self-directed (refer to the FAQ page for full descriptions of each course type)

Course Format: Full project
Course Begins: November 15, 2023 - Ongoing
Course Duration: No time limit

What will Students learn? There are many recurring forms, layering of shapes and manipulations that will be employed in the creation of this mythical creature's head. Running stitches and predominantly the Blanket stitch will be used in the construction and assembly of winged grouping of shapes that will make up the Dragon Head. Experimentation with color and scale is strongly encouraged
Instructor/Students interaction: Answer questions via emails
Class Size: No Limit
Skill Level: All levels welcome
Required skill(s): Basic sewing skills 

Supplies and tools: See full supply list 

• Pencil
• File folder or Freezer paper for pattern making
• Wire cutters to cut the floral wire
• Needle nose pliers
• Paper and fabric scissors
• Embroidery floss
• Needles strong enough to sew through several layers of felt
• A handful of Polyfil
• Metallic thread
• Seed beads for the eyes
• Acrylic Ruler can be helpful
• Stuffing Fork
• Aileen's Tacky glue
• Assortment of Wool Blended Felt 

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