This workshop, a joint initiative of Eina Obra, the collective Tornen les esquelles and SILA Studio focuses on exploring how to restore lanolin to felted wool and evaluate its water resistance after this treatment. The washing process removes the natural lanolin, a waxy substance secreted by the sebaceous glands of sheep, essential for protecting their hair and skin from water and bacteria. During the workshop, we will explore methods of reapplying lanolin to restore the waterproof and protective properties of the untransformed wool in the felt.
This workshop is part of the Barcelona Design Week programme, OFF BDW 2024.
In addition to promoting the sustainable use of a natural resource, the workshop aims to revitalize wool as a source of income, creativity, and culture in rural areas. We will address a significant challenge for farmers: wool, if not sold, becomes waste that, due to regulations, cannot be deposited in municipal landfills, nor buried nor incinerated.
→ Date: Dates: October 16 and 23, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Morning session, from 10am to 2pm and/or afternoon session, from 3pm to 6pm.
→ Venue: Eina Bosc (Carrer del Bosc, 2)
→ Sign up here. Free tickets in morning or afternoon session
Activity carried out with the support from the Ministerio de Cultura y Deporte.