Slow Stitching

Make Your Own Needle Book

A gentle beginning to the art of slow stitching, where you will create your own unique needle book using a mix of beautiful hand-dyed wool felt and re-loved, repurposed fabrics. No experience is needed – this beginner friendly workshop is an invitation to slow down, work with your hands and enjoy the quiet rhythm of stitching. You will leave with a handmade needle book to treasure, and the first stitches in your own journey into the beautiful, grounding art of slow stitching.

Illona Buswell - Wild Solas

Illona is a South West-based fibre artist, who began needle felting as a Steiner mum and educator, creating a celebration crown for her son. Over the following three years, this naturally grew into her business, Wild Solas, where she now creates Waldorf-inspired crowns and keepsakes.

Grounded in a love of natural fibres and a deep appreciation for slow, creative practice. She believes in the importance of making space for creativity within the rhythm of motherhood and everyday life.

In her workshops, Illona invites others to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy the meditative process of making.