Moscow-based artist Nastasya Shuljak transforms packs of wool into sculptures of small animals and other whimsical creatures. Plants sprout from the heads of smiling trees and other natural spirits. Polar bears, foxes, hares, and other critters stare through inquisitive eyes applied to their tiny woolen faces. Shuljak’s toys are an exercise in the flexibility of the material and also a way to bring joy to all who meet them. Shuljak, a former theater artist and art teacher, tells Colossal that the practice of making creatures began when friends gifted her some wool. More
Find the free pattern right here! www.purlbee.com/the-purl-bee/2011/11/27/mollys-sketchbook...
A custom scultpure, completely needlfelted, completely wool!
Artist Paolo Del Toro uses needle felting to create massive masks and sculptures out of wool and foam. His creations depict mythical faces in expressions that range from grotesque grimaces to contemplative introspection; all of his works feature open mouths. While Del Toro’s work is not tied to any particular cultural visual heritage, the shifting personalities of his characters are reminiscent of Japanese Noh theater masks, which are designed to show different emotions from different angles. More
Needle felting is a craft that sounds way more complex than it actually is—and most of the time, it also gets super cute results. What’s not to love?
Requirements: Foolproof Crazy-Quilt Projects 1 piece of felted wool 7 1/2" x 7 1/2" 1 piece of lining fabric 7 1/2" x 7 1/2" 1 piece of non-woven stabilizer 7 1/2" x 7 1/2" 2" piece of 7mm ribbon Assorted 4mm and 7mm silk ribbons Assorted Perle #8 and # 12 threads Assorted stranded cottons Chenille #22 needle Milliner’s #9 needle Small button Construction; Note: Pattern includes ¼" seam allowance. 1. Fuse the stabilizer to the wrong side of the wool felt. 2. Fold the felt into the shape of an envelope and press well. Folded envelope 3. These pressed lines form the perimeter for the embroidery. It is important to remember the ¼" seam allowance. Perimeter lines 4. Follow the stitch maps from Foolproof Crazy-Quilt Projects to complete the embroidery. Stitch map 4.1 Top Left-Hand Corner - Seam Treatment X - page 38 4.2 Top Right-Hand Corner - Seam Treatment J - page 34 4.3 Bottom Left-Hand Corner - Lid Piece 5 - page 69 4.4 Bottom Right-Hand Corner - Seam Treatment B - page 14 4.5 Center - Seam Treatment A - page 68 5. Baste the 2" ribbon to the top corner of the embroidered square to form the button loop. Button loop 6. Put the outer panel on the lining piece with right sides together. 7. Pin and sew the panels together, leaving a small opening for turning. 8. Turn the panels right side out. Gently push out the seams and press. 9. Fold the completed panels into an envelope shape and press well. 10. Slip stitch the two front seams closed. 11. Feather stitch along the stitched seams and the top edge. 12. Attach the button to the front in line with the button loop. Attached button Completed Project; Enjoy! Follow my blog with Bloglovin
Adorable felted fox for beginners.
Idina and Alexandra Moncreiffe looking sensational in the best of Burberry, Chanel and Dior, among others
Felt Easter WreathA beautiful Easter wreath with pastel coloured eggs and leaves, made from felted wool, designed in Denmark by Gry & Sif. Handmade in Nepal by skilled artisans and cerified Fair Trade. It would make a great gift and/or a wonderful addition to your Easter decor. Perfect for hanging on your door/window to greet guests, or equally stunning when used as a table decorationDiameter 25cm(Take a look at the complete felt Easter collection here).A creation of unique and beautiful products inspired by Danish lifestyle, mood, tradition and nature. Designed in Denmark and 100% handmade in Nepal by skilled artisans (mostly Nepalese women since it is shown that the women are the best to make sure the income goes to the families). All products are made of pure natural wool from New Zealand. The producer is guaranteed a Fair Trade certified company by the The World Fair Trade Organisation.
This is a Waldorf inspired piece made of wool by the needle-felting technique. It's been created to provide a peaceful and harmonious image that communicates with the soul through its colors, textures, forms and energy. Dimensions: 25 in height, 6 in width The circle is made of oak wood. Note: it is not a toy. SHIPPING: Since shop-home is located in Montréal, contact the shop owner for more accurate delivery-time and shipping-costs.
50/50 mulberry silk / extra fine Australian merino wool, cotton gauze fabric. Length 83 1/2" (212 cm) Width 16 1/2" ( 42 сm) Weight 4,85 oz (136 gm)
The simplest - yes, I said it - the simplest pattern ever. Not even a real pattern, just an idea with pretty photos. Ideal for craft fairs: quick and cheap to make and very, very popular. It might have to do with the fact that they’re affordable - to make and to buy. Apparently in this economy, these are the kind of treats people can still afford - a low-price handmade luxury. I don’t know if it’s the curvy shape of the soap or the smell, but everyone who sees them picks them up to feel and sniff them :-) Once sniffed, they’re hard to part with. (Bwoahahhaaa! = evil laugh)
Even Mary Poppins was only practically perfect, and you don’t need to be perfect the whole time either, but nevertheless you still deserve a medal These handmade badges are stitched using beautiful velvet ribbon and wool felt, with an embroidered gold star (just like you, you star) mounted onto an A5 illustrated card, with Kraft envelope, so that it can be awarded to anyone who needs it. The perfect gift for anyone you know who’s practically perfect, just as they are If you would like us to write the card and send it to a different address for you, please pop us a message
"Dem Besoffenen legt der liebe Gott ein Kissen unter." (Altpreußisches Sprichwort) Anscheinend auch, wenn es nur einige Tassen Kräut...
50/50 Extra fine Australian merino wool / mulberry silk, silk ponge fabric. Length 28 1/3" (72 cm) Width 6" - 7 1/2" (15-19 сm) Weight 2,15 oz (61 gm)
You’ve earned your stripes keep it close, pin it to your chest, remember it often, wear it well and repeat after me ’I am amazing’ These handmade badges are stitched using beautiful velvet ribbon and wool felt, with an embroidered gold star (just like you, you star) mounted onto an A5 illustrated card, with Kraft envelope, so that it can be awarded to anyone who needs it. If you would like us to write the card and send it to a different address for you, please pop us a message
Pink and green embellisher play with machine and hand embroidery.
Year after year as the weather turns cold, knitted and crocheted hand warmers start popping…
Knitting can be uncomplcated and soothing. This tells you how you can enjoy it in a very simple way with fabulous results.
When I was in St. Louis a few weeks back, my husband and I had brunch with a friend at the most delightful restaurant called Tree House. It's a vegetarian restaurant and the food is amazing. If you are ever in St. Louis, by all means, make your way over for a meal. You won't be disappointed. Our waitress that morning was so delightful, and as it turns out, quite creative. She loves taking old pieces and giving them new life. She was wearing a vintage silk top that had a hole in it when she found it. Rather than pass the piece by, she purchased the top and then did the sweetest little applique over the hole and added an embroidered spider web over the applique. I wish I had taken a picture. With that in mind, I decided to check out mending on Pinterest and I found a few inspirational pictures that I thought you might also enjoy. If you're in the mood, just search visible mending. You'll find lots of interesting ideas. So here's a few that I found, I love how a hole was turned into a window in the 2 pieces below. Another window idea, but with lace. The next 2 pieces are from an amazing artist, Lou Tonkin. She does needle felting over holes. Beautiful work. If you think you might like to give needle felting a try and do a little mending, or just add a sweet touch to a garment, check out THIS POST. Even just a simple little touch can save a garment and add interest. I may be showing my age, but I am not a fan of the ripped up jean look. The Japanese have such a beautiful art form called Boro where garments are pieced and saved, but no holes are left open. I thought this was rather fun, adding the British flag in a subtle manner. Rather than discard a garment because the sleeves are worn, a touch of embroidery will make a worn garment so special. I loved how this artist took a striped denim and matched the mend with plain denim and white thread. A beautiful touch of Boro on this pair of jeans. You can find more of this artist's work at Woman With Wings. Amy Meissner is another textile artist that you might want to check out. Very interesting work. And finally, for a little peek into my hippy personality ;), a pair of jeans that I actually wear. It all began with a hole that I decided to cover with a patch.....and then I went crazy! So now you see, patching no longer needs to be what your mother did to save the life of a pair of pants by ironing a patch over the knees. Happy Monday! Rhonda
If you've been wanting to craft your own alpaca, you're in luck! Today we're showing you how to make your own needle felted alpaca in just 7 steps.
we met for our art group last week and i taught everyone how to make these halloween witches. their bodies are made with wool or cotton wra...
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I finished the wool scene today. A small scene from the forest, rendered in wool. Everything was constructed by needling wool, there was no glue used. If I were very small, I would hide beneath those roots.
Merino wool, TENCEL which was excellently painted for me by Kate ( feltfieltrofilc) www.flickr.com/photos/25830834@N07/ Length 67” ( 170 cm) Width 13 3/4” - 15" ( 35 cm - 38 cm)
Ana Teresa Barboza creates poignant vignettes using an unlikely combination of thread, photo transfer and graphite on canvas. Focusing on isolated, nude subjects, Barboza uses the embroidery aspect of her work to describe the characters' inner pain. They pull on the threads, exposing their internal organs with contemplative gazes. The embroidered entrails create rich patterns that complement the baroque flourishes Barboza uses for her backgrounds. Take a look at some of her work after the jump.
Mariko Kusumoto est une artiste japonaise qui vit aux Etats-Unis. Son travail, des sculptures et des bijoux, est plein de légèreté et de poésie. « Mon travail laisse toujours de la place à l’imagination du spectateur. J’aime qu’il expérimente la découverte, la surprise et le questionnement au travers de mon travail. » Ne me demandez pas comment … Continuer la lecture de L’Artiste du Vendredi : Mariko Kusumoto →
