If you are new to the world of needle felting and want to get started making cute and cuddly creations this is the book for you. I purchased this along with Laurie Sharp's other book, Wool Toys and Friends: Step by Step Instructions for Needle-Felting Fun. I have enjoyed them both a great deal, but haven't created a single thing.
Luckily, my lack of creation has nothing to do with the actual book itself. The book is large, containing detailed instructions and more than enough pictures to keep you inspired. While many needle felting guides simply offer an estimate on how much wool to use, Laurie Sharp leaves nothing left to estimating, noting how much wool is needed of each color and for each part, whether it be wing, leg or body.
This book offers a very diverse set of creations, ranging from ladybugs to hummingbirds as well as an adorable mermaid. Once you pick up the hang of needle felting, you will be able to customize these projects to your liking. Even if you have never tried needle felting before, go ahead and invest in this book. The first chapter offers up a very detailed guide for any beginner. It covers tools, wools and technique.
I wish I had ordered the books earlier. I ordered them shortly before my move to the big city of Birmingham, Alabama so it is just sitting on the book shelf, tempting me as I try to get unpacked and situated.
I wish I had ordered the books earlier. I ordered them shortly before my move to the big city of Birmingham, Alabama so it is just sitting on the book shelf, tempting me as I try to get unpacked and situated.
If you aren't ready to take on a whole book of ideas, Laurie does have an etsy shop and you can find kits to make wool pets here: woolpets.etsy.com
If you create anything inspired by the book or from her etsy shop, I would love to see it!
