Last edition ‘Rebels Volk’ (Rebellious Folk) had her premiere on Castlefest. This is an umbrella under which a variety of people come together to set up camp. We would like you experience our crafts: wool, leather and wood.
We began from our love of making wonderful things in textile, leather en wood.
Over the years we developed our skill in all three. There will be an opportunity to let us repair/make/adjust your accessories. You’re always welcome to ask for advice.
What brings us together?
We were all searching for a group that represents freedom, fun and the festival feeling of Castlefest. To us ‘festival feeling’ symbolises friendship, togetherness, experiencing new things and making memories. We find each other in the common factor of wanting to take care of one another. Everyone brings their own individuality, but we operate as a whole.
Who are we?
We’re passionate about our craft and art; we love to share our passion with you.
The public is invited, in an accessible setting, to participate in activities or experience our crafts during demonstrations in: felting, dyeing wool, paint making, leather- and woodworking and weaving chain mail.
Visit the felter; there’s fun to be had all day round trying on historical and fantastical hats.
There’s also a possibility to make yourself a small felted object.
Every now and then the textile workers will use the campfire to dye yarn.
They will do this in an authentical way, with plant based dyes. You’re welcome with your questions about (natural) dyeing. The leatherworker is working on new projects but is also available for repair work (or special requests). And how much fun would it be to make your own pouch! The woodworkers are working on utensils and other objects used in daily life.
They will demonstrate and tell something about their craft.
Our chain mail weaver will be ready to demonstrate you his craft and it might be possible to weave a small piece of mail by yourself.
Felting, dyeing wool, repair and leathercrafting, woodworking and chain mail weaving.
There is always something to do, ask or experience.
You’re very welcome to visit the Rebels Volk encampment!
