Complete Photo Guide to Felting

by Ruth Lane

The ULTIMATE reference for all methods of felting—a comprehensive guide for the casual fiber enthusiast and experienced felt designer alike.
More than 2,000 years ago, man discovered that wool fibers could be felted into dense, matted fabric that would provide warmth and protection. These ancient techniques have evolved into popular crafts. Now more than ever modern felters enjoy the tactile pleasures and creative expression offered by their felted creations—everything from scarves and slippers to bags and toys.
You’ll find complete instructions for
* Cleaning, carding, and combing raw wool
* Dying fibers and blending colors
* Traditional wet felting
* Nuno or laminate felting
* Needle felting
Plus:
*Comprehensive analysis of wool varieties and other fibers used for felting
* Design inspiration and guidance
* Tips from expert felters
If you are just beginning, you’ll find learning easy with the step-by-step instructions, photos, and charts that teach you the basics and far beyond. Detailed analysis of various fibers provides a foundation for in-depth study of felting techniques for the experienced felter who wants to know more. An extensive gallery of felted pieces by many artists exhibits the vast range of possibilities. You’ll return to this book for guidance and inspiration again and again!

Genres: Crafts, Nonfiction, Art, Knitting, Adult

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2012

Reviews

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent overview of various felting techniques. All the “projects” are for samples to illustrate basic techniques, which I appreciate as an absolute beginner. Very clear instructions with lots of photos. Written in a friendly and approachable way without too much “chit chat”.

It was helpful to see all the different ways people work with felt and what appealed to me and what didn’t. Now I have a better idea of what specific projects I want to learn about.

[Melody Schwarting · Rating 2 out of 5]

Most of this book is about wet felting (I want to learn needle felting); only two of the artists represented create work that's to my taste; only one of those artists creates projects that are feasible for me. Even though this didn't have much of the information I wanted, I'd like to have felt inspired by the contents, but it just wasn't to my taste. If you like the works of Horst Couture and Patti McAleenan, such works are representative of the styles contained and instructed here.

[Linda Mangus · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent instructions

[Alison Lilly · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm just getting into felting, and this book proved a fantastic resource covering a wide variety of techniques. Against advice, I sat down and read the whole thing cover to cover -- and now I feel somewhat overwhelmed by all the information! I know I'll be returning to this book again and again as a valuable reference guide as I continue to experiment and learn.

[Quinn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book with a lot of images, steps, and information. For a full review, please see my blog, here: http://wp.me/p2H1i-2s8

[Joan54 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informative book on many ways to felt.

[Renee]

Useful guide