｜What is Iceland woven handmade bag?
Icelandic yarn is a type of knitting material that originated in Iceland. The cold climate in Iceland led the local people to use wool for knitting warm clothing. The Icelandic wool bag, also known as the "Iceland wool bag," is a handbag made from thick wool. The method of making Icelandic wool comes from the tradition of using wool to knit warm clothes, and it has evolved into a knitting technique that uses thick wool made from different materials like cotton yarn and acrylic yarn. Nowadays, most Icelandic wool bags are made by filling cotton with wool to create a thick yarn with a diameter similar to that of a finger. This type of wool is much thicker than regular wool and has a soft and elastic texture. Making an Icelandic yarn bag doesn't require any tools, making it perfect for beginners. It's easy to do and gives a great sense of accomplishment, allowing you to quickly create large and thick textiles. (No animals are harmed as we use acrylic and cotton yarn in our lesson).
｜Knitting handmade bags: Features of Icelandic yarn course:
It's fascinating to discover that Icelandic wool has a diameter of 2 centimeters and, making it perfect for knitting with just two hands. The yarn comes in a wide range of colors. What's even better is that Icelandic yarn knitting requires no prior knitting knowledge, so you can dive into knitting without having to learn complex techniques. This useful bag creation makes it a great family bonding activity to enjoy together, as no needles are required. Discovering that art creations can serve a practical purpose while also providing an enjoyable experience has the potential to become a captivating subject of conversation amongst friends. Even if you're a beginner, you'll still feel a great sense of accomplishment. Let's embrace the joy of knitting! Our classes run daily, class only needs a few hours, so there's no need to worry about time constraints. Even busy office workers can easily experience the joy of knitting after work!
｜Knitting handmade bag: Iceland wool knitting handmade lesson content:
Experience course: 1-3 hours of production.
1. The principle and application of Icelandic wool knitting method.
2. Confirm the selected bag style (select online at least one week in advance).
3. Prepare the required yarn (some products may include a plastic knitting frame).
4. Use your hands or tools to assist in weaving the bag, adding accessories and positioning.
5. After completing the masterpiece, we will help take beautiful photos.
The course includes material, tool usage, tutor, and packaging for the finished product.
｜Maintenance method:
- Keep dry and dust regularly.
- If you need to clean, please use cold water, press slowly and gently with your hands, and dry naturally in a cool place.
- Do not rub or put into washing machine.
- Do not use hot water, as natural materials are prone to heat shrinkage.
- Lay flat to dry, do not expose to the sun for a long time.
- If you have any questions, please feel free to ask
｜Registration notes:
- Despite the tools and machines being equipped with protection and weight reduction devices, there are still risks and physical efforts involved in coordination and handling. Therefore, the minimum age for registration is set at 7 years old (Inquiries are welcome).
- After registration, please make the required deposit within 2 days. Only when the deposit is completed, the reservation will be considered successful. If the deadline is exceeded, the course registration will be automatically canceled.
- Due to the need for prior arrangement of personnel and material, if registration is made only 2 days before the class, the full payment must be made on the same day.
- After completing the payment, please add LINE official account:@Arts_Plus_Social and provide your name, registration date, and payment information for us to verify. Only then will the registration be considered complete.
- The remaining payment can be made in cash, through bank transfer, or LINE Pay on the day of the class. Our studio can be exempt from issuing unified invoices.
- Please confirm the correct course date and time. If changes is made within 8 days after the selected date, only 1 free rescheduling is allowed (within 1 month from the course date), but no refund will be given.
- Due to the need for advance preparation of customized teaching materials, the course cannot be canceled but can be transferred or rescheduled once (within 1 month).
- For group registration (20 people or more), the deposit must be paid in full on the same day after confirmation, and no refund will be given.
- For individual and two people experience, please prepare the design, product, and color selection 3 days in advance. Send the design to the official LINE account @Arts_Plus_Social . Due to limited experience time, on-site photo depiction is not accepted (Inquiries are welcome).
- In order to ensure teaching quality and other students' rights in class, please arrive 10 minutes early. If overtime is caused by personal factors such as being late, overtime fees may be charged.
- If you are more than 30 minutes late on the day of the class, it will be considered as giving up and the deposit will not be refunded. Therefore, please be punctual.
- This activity is mainly for individuals aged 13 or above. Individuals aged 13 and above can experience it alone, while children under 12 need to participate with a guardian.
- Please refer to the Family Experience Program if children (7-12 years old) are accompanied by adults.
- Individuals who have not registered for the course are not allowed to participate or accompany the course (you may inquire about the allowance to bring pets).
- Arts Plus Studio reserves the right to verify the eligibility of registration. If it is found that the age requirement is not met, the experience qualification will be canceled without refund. We apologize for any inconvenience caused.
｜Course Notes
- To ensure a smooth course on the day, please arrive 10 minutes early as the course will start on time.
- There is a 30-minute buffer time reserved for each course. If it exceeds the time limit and is not completed, you have the option to:
- Take the unfinished work home or apply extended time complete it on the same day or another day with additional time.
- Have the instructor complete it on your behalf.
- Additional time completion fee (overtime pay**): $300 per hour (if less than 1 hour, it will be counted as 1 hour, with a maximum of 1 additional hour).
- Instructor completion fee: $600-$1000 (depending on the completion level of the artwork, you can either pick it up or have it delivered, shipping fees not included).
- Please follow the instructions of the staff and adhere to all tool usage methods. If any damage or injury occurs due to failure to comply with the instructions or improper operation, you will be responsible for compensation based on the price. Arts Plus Social is not liable for compensation.
- The course includes videography and photography. The materials will be used on social media platforms. After the course ends, the files will be shared with you if wanted. If you have any concerns about being photographed, please inform us in advance, and we will avoid the photography for you.
｜Instructions for canceling reservations
If the course cannot be held due to natural disasters or other force majeure factors (based on the announcement of Taipei City), please proactively contact Arts Plus Social via LINE or email to reschedule or refund your payment.
*The following force majeure factors will result in a direct refund of the deposit:
- Weather conditions, where government agencies announce the suspension of classes in the area.
- Unexpected situations, such as power outages or equipment failures that prevent the course from being conducted.
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