Learning the Language of Wool: An Exploration in Traditional Central Asian Feltmaking

This program is partially funded by an Inspire Olympia grant in partnership with s'gʷi gʷi ʔ altxʷ: House of Welcome, The Evergreen State College Campus, Olympia, WA

Date: July - August 2025

The Felt Road is honored to partner with s'gʷi gʷi ʔ altxʷ: House of Welcome for an intensive workshop focused on Central Asian Traditional Nomadic Feltmaking. This collaborative and exploratory class, guided by Janice Arnold and The Felt Road team, honors Indigenous felting traditions and not only offers a solid foundation for understanding this ancient art form but also how to explore it as an expressive and functional material. 

More info here.