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"I have taken several extraordinary wet felting classes from Melissa. She is hands down one of the best instructors, tirelessly giving of her time and sharing her expertise. Melissa teaches how to create felted pieces, but also goes deeper than most instructors by explaining special tips and tricks of the trade that she has gathered throughout her professional career as a fiber artist. The pearls of wisdom she throws out there are invaluable. Her handouts are impeccable, and her easy going manner and sense of humor make every class a delight. " ~ Debra Pollard, Artist.
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"I have taken several extraordinary wet felting classes from Melissa. She is hands down one of the best instructors, tirelessly giving of her time and sharing her expertise. Melissa teaches how to create felted pieces, but also goes deeper than most instructors by explaining special tips and tricks of the trade that she has gathered throughout her professional career as a fiber artist. The pearls of wisdom she throws out there are invaluable. Her handouts are impeccable, and her easy going manner and sense of humor make every class a delight. " ~ Debra Pollard, Artist.
"I've hosted a lot of teachers here over my 20 years in the fiber arts business and have therefore experienced a great range of styles and abilities​ among them. I would say that Melissa is right up there at the top. She has a wealth of knowledge which she is very generous with and she creates such an easy and relaxed atmosphere that everyone in class has fun and enjoys themselves while learning tons! I would highly recommend her." ~ Jennifer Hoag
2018-03-25T16:45:54+00:00
"I've hosted a lot of teachers here over my 20 years in the fiber arts business and have therefore experienced a great range of styles and abilities​ among them. I would say that Melissa is right up there at the top. She has a wealth of knowledge which she is very generous with and she creates such an easy and relaxed atmosphere that everyone in class has fun and enjoys themselves while learning tons! I would highly recommend her." ~ Jennifer Hoag
"When Melissa Arnold and I met fifteen years ago, we began a collaboration that has now spanned many years. Not only was I introduced to her already remarkable skills and creativity, I saw that she was always willing to experiment, to push her boundaries, in an effort to develop her knowledge and repertoire. This is the behavior of a true artist. Her uniquely beautiful work alway brings me endless inspiration when developing my collections.

Not only is it a joy to artistically collaborate with Melissa, she has also become a loving friend who is a cherished gift in my life." ~ Catherine Bacon - Clothing Designer

 

 
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"When Melissa Arnold and I met fifteen years ago, we began a collaboration that has now spanned many years. Not only was I introduced to her already remarkable skills and creativity, I saw that she was always willing to experiment, to push her boundaries, in an effort to develop her knowledge and repertoire. This is the behavior of a true artist. Her uniquely beautiful work alway brings me endless inspiration when developing my collections. Not only is it a joy to artistically collaborate with Melissa, she has also become a loving friend who is a cherished gift in my life." ~ Catherine Bacon - Clothing Designer    
"I just can’t tell you how impressed I am with your work! Girl you have the IT factor in spades. Thank you for the beautiful Scarves. Oh my they are fabulous. And your new work. I totally love the neck pieces. A step beyond. They were all amazing” ~ Susan Schelling, Photographer
2018-04-10T20:27:48+00:00
"I just can’t tell you how impressed I am with your work! Girl you have the IT factor in spades. Thank you for the beautiful Scarves. Oh my they are fabulous. And your new work. I totally love the neck pieces. A step beyond. They were all amazing” ~ Susan Schelling, Photographer
"Each and every participant in her workshops are given individual attention, their questions answered thoroughly,  demonstrations are done with precision, and she includes a generous syllabus with instructions. Melissa freely gives 30 years of her experience using techniques she developed for dyeing, felt making, garment construction, design and more. She is  rated 10 out of 10 as the most inspirational workshop instructor by participants in every workshop she has ever taught." ~ Marilou Moschetti
2018-03-21T17:29:03+00:00
"Each and every participant in her workshops are given individual attention, their questions answered thoroughly,  demonstrations are done with precision, and she includes a generous syllabus with instructions. Melissa freely gives 30 years of her experience using techniques she developed for dyeing, felt making, garment construction, design and more. She is  rated 10 out of 10 as the most inspirational workshop instructor by participants in every workshop she has ever taught." ~ Marilou Moschetti
"I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to study and take many workshops and retreats with Melissa at the helm. I always know I will be in for many wonderful discoveries with her masterful teachings. Her depth of knowledge and passion for textiles is always beyond my wildest dreams. Her supply lists are excellent. Not a detail is left out. She is always at the ready to make sure you are at ease and happy with your own experience and results." ~ Leslie Gelber
2018-03-21T17:29:29+00:00
"I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to study and take many workshops and retreats with Melissa at the helm. I always know I will be in for many wonderful discoveries with her masterful teachings. Her depth of knowledge and passion for textiles is always beyond my wildest dreams. Her supply lists are excellent. Not a detail is left out. She is always at the ready to make sure you are at ease and happy with your own experience and results." ~ Leslie Gelber

Dreamtime Atelier

DREAMTIME ATELIER WORKSHOPS for SPRING and SUMMER 2018 Welcome to DREAMTIME ATELIER, my new studio in the beautiful Bitterroot Mountains of Western Montana. I am a Professional Textile Designer, Felter, and Shibori Artist and I am Excited to offer here for the first time, workshops from my ... Read More about Dreamtime Atelier

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