Maker Workshop: Needle Felted Valentines

Step into a colorful world of textile art with a Valentine’s Day–themed needle felting workshop designed for curious hands and creative hearts. In this interactive experience, guests of all skill levels will explore the art and science of needle felting, a technique that uses barbed needles to interlock wool fibers into richly textured fabric.

Learn the fundamentals as you transform soft, loose wool into a one-of-a-kind fabric illustration inspired by love, connection, and all things heartfelt. From sketching a simple design to layering color and texture, you’ll bring your vision to life one careful poke at a time.

Whether you're curious about fibers, love hands-on crafting, or just want to try something new, come discover how art and science intersect—one poke at a time!

Tools used in this Maker Workshop include felt, wool and barbed needles.

This Workshop will be held at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. February 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12 and 13.

About Maker Workshops

Forge Workshops are included with Museum admission. Advance registration is required and can be done in person at the Guest Services desk or by talking with a Forge Facilitator. Click below to purchase your tickets to the Museum.

Maker Workshops are 45-minute experiences led by Forge Facilitators. These project-based workshops result in a take-home item and are limited to 12 participants. All participants in this workshop must be 11 years or older. Participants under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Check our daily schedule for Maker Workshops occurring during your visit.