Laura’s work brings together the beauty and warmth of wool, the details of intricate handwork and the joy of discovery to create wet felted decor, accessories, and wearables. Come, explore!

Wet Felting Workshops & Events

Join me for some wet-felting fun! I’ve got some new beginner classes lined up, including one in the Southern Oregon Coast (road trip!). Plus, I’ll be teaching at the Fiber in the Forest Retreat at the lovely Camp Myrtlewood May 14 - 17th. Sign up for my newsletter below to stay in the loop!

View Felting Workshops
Wet Felting Workshops
Wet Felted Sparkle Notebook Cover
Jun 13
Wet Felted Sparkle Notebook Cover

Registration Opens Soon!

Wet Felted Pinch Pots
Aug 22
Wet Felted Pinch Pots

Registration Open! (Brookings, Oregon)

University of Oregon Craft Center Visiting Artist

April 23 - June 15, 2026

Laura McClain is a wet felting artist and educator who works with wool to create functional and expressive décor, accessories, and wearables. At the heart of her practice is a method she calls Felt by Feel—a playful, embodied conversation between maker and material that allows her to stay connected to the wool’s changing textures, while tapping into her own responses as the work evolves.

[Photo: “Burrow” Wool, silk fabrics, scrim, cocoons, flax, viscose, yarns, 28” in diameter]

I’m so excited to be the Visiting Artist for spring term. My work is displayed in the Adell McMillan Gallery, north end, in the glass cases, 2nd floor of the EMU building.

Gallery

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About Me

My current work in wet felting is focused on creating pieces that offer comfort, celebration, and space. Shawls and scarves in a variety of textures and colors can keep us warm while bags, baskets, and vessels hold space for the beauty of every day things.

  • "This was such a well-planned class it was easy to let one's artsy self just go for broke. It's great that felt is generally shatterproof and warm and fuzzy all at the same time!"

    Luminary Workshop Student

  • "This was a wonderful class to take. It was very friendly, well-paced, and you get to take home a beautiful little piece of art!"

    Luminary Class Student

  • "I loved the community aspect of the felting class and getting inspiration from each other."

    3D Vessel Class Student

  • "Laura’s teaching style is so accessible and I’m so excited that I made a gorgeous vessel in just one class! Thank you Laura"

    3D Vessel Class Student

  • "Laura's demonstrations and explanations of how to use resists to create a 3D vessel were extremely clear. Her graceful and calm way of working with each participant made felting a vessel easy and delightful to learn. The class was a lot of fun and each felted vessel created was both unique and beautiful! Thank you, Laura"

    3D Vessel Class Student

  • "This was a fun class! I learned a new skill, learned about the process, and left with a piece of art I am proud of. What a fun art adventure with a group!"

    Felted Picture Class Student

  • "Laura’s teaching style is perfect for the beginner or intermediate student. Her passion for the craft is admirable! It was so satisfying to learn about felting and to finish a piece to take home. I’m looking forward to taking more classes from Laura!"

    Felted Picture Class Student

  • "I had such a good time with lots of individualized attention & instruction!"

    Summer Shawl Class Participant

  • "Sign up for a class with Laura! She combines joy and enthusiasm with expert instruction and encouragement. You will have fun, leave with a successful project, and be inspired to continue creating."

    Summer Shawl Class Partipant

  • "I thought everything was really well done. I appreciated the rainbow of wool and the embellishment options. The materials enabled this complete amateur to stumble into creating something beautiful that makes me happy when I look at it!"

    Nuno-felted Shawl Class Participant

  • “Laura is a delightful instructor. More important than being armed with knowledge (although she is), her relaxed and encouraging manner, and enjoyment of the art was contagious. I watched several students who felt they weren't artistic or who worried about getting things right marvel as their pieces came together. Taking things step by step, the class all finished stunning pieces. Laura emphasized the fun, the feel, the magic of wet felting and trusting the process. Absolutely delighted with my wall hanging and everyone elses!!”

    Fiber in the Forest Retreat Student

  • "Laura McClain is a master artist herself and an exquisite felting teacher. She will very gently and confidently lead you through the entire felting process one step at a time. She will help you create a piece that you will absolutely love.

    Fiber in the Forest Retreat Student