Easy Needle Felting

by Nancy Hoerner, Judy Jacobs, Kay Kaduce

Needle felting is simple to learn and has become extremely popular with a variety of crafters, from quilters to dollmakers. It requires minimal supplies, can be done almost anywhere, and—with only a bit of practice—yields beautiful, professional results. In addition to all the information on tools and materials and making felt fabric, this superb volume by three top artists offers an array of fabulous and easy to master techniques: stenciling designs, free form felting, jewelry making, and creating embellishments such as flowers and leaves. The gorgeous and varied selection of projects range from a modern art clutch to several felted hats, and include a comfy fleece throw, dragonfly dimension pillow, colorful strands cardigan, and tropical bird pin.

128 pages, Paperback

First published March 4, 2008

Reviews

[Ligaya · Rating 2 out of 5]

I really, really, really wanted to like this book but so many things were on the verge of cute but then fell over to the ugly side. The Colorful Strands Cardigan (p. 68) has an uneven square as a pocket, a large blob of felt on the back that extends to a front side, and is photographed with its too-long sleeves turned up at the cuffs. The Heathered Fleece Jacket (p/ 64) looks like dryer link has begun to take over. The graphics appear to be hand-drawn and instead of seeming charming, it presents as amateurish. Styling, even of the models' hair (p. 50), is lacking. I'm not certain that the Gallery pieces in the back are even inspiring... Obviously, I'm still looking for a great felting book.