1. What is needle felting?

Needle felting is a relatively new technique for creating felt by using special felting needles. It can be used to shape any type of natural fiber, including dog and cat fur. It is a type of technique that can be done by hand or with the help of machines. Needle felting is a relatively easy process and is currently in vogue.

2. How is needle felting done?

Needle felting is an art technique that involves turning wool or other fibers with the help of special needles into felt. It is a very versatile technique that allows artists to create a variety of textures and shapes. The advantage of needle felting is that it can be done anywhere, without requiring special conditions or much experience.

3. What is a felting needle?

This is considered the Dry Felt technique. The fibers are interlaced and compacted with one or several special needles. It is an easy and practical technique. With it you can make:

4. How is a felting needle used?

1) Inicia-se o trabalho com a agulha grossa (G). (esta vai apanhar um maior número de fibras) 2) Assim que sentirmos alguma resistência ao picar, deve-se mudar para a agulha média (M). (se insistirmos em utilizar a agulha (G), vai partir) 3) A maior parte do trabalho é realizado com a agulha (M). (pelo menos a montagem/base da lã) 4) Novamente, quando sentirmos resistência ao picar, deve-se mudar para a agulha mais fina (F). 5) O trabalho de detalhe e finalização é sempre realizado com a agulha fina (F).

5. What is Magic Wool?

Magic wool is a special kind of wool that is used for felting and handicrafts.

6. Where can one buy magic wool?

Magic wool can be purchased in stores specializing in handmade felting or online. Magic wool has some unique characteristics that make it ideal for these activities. For example, it is made from natural fibers and is extremely soft. In addition, magic wool has a surface that is perfect for Needle Felting, a technique used to create 2D and 3D felting.

7. What is the price of Magic Wool?

There is no set price for Magic Wool, because this product can vary according to the quality and characteristics of the product. The price can also vary if purchased individually or together with other products.

8. How is Magic Wool stored?

Magic Wool is a safe and effective product for human use. It is made from natural wool and meets Oeko-Tex®-Standard 100. Magic Wool should be stored inside its original packaging and in a cool, dry environment to prevent deterioration of the wool.

What is needle felting?

By Mónica Saraiva - ENG - 25 Feb 2019 2147 0 comments

What is Needle Felting?

In a very brief and simple definition of needle felting, we can say:

"Needle felting is a textile art that, as the name suggests, involves the use of special needles with barbs on the tip. As you 'poke' (in a perpendicular motion to the base), the needle interlocks the wool fibers, allowing you to create a wide variety of felted objects."

It’s a very simple and fun art to do.

The best part about needle felting is that there are no rules. You can make whatever you want and let your creativity run free! There are many different things you can create.

Nowadays, this type of art is becoming a popular way to relieve stress, and it can be done with minimal effort.

What Do You Need to Start Felting?

All the materials you need to start felting (needle felting) are a bit of carded or combed wool, felting needles, and a felting base.

What’s the Difference Between Combed Wool and Carded Wool?

Are Felting Needles the Same as Regular Needles?

No. Felting needles are special needles that have small barbs or notches on the tip. In the image below, you can see in detail how they look.

What Are the Barbs or Notches on Felting Needles For?

The barbs or notches are there to "grab" the wool fibers and interlock them to create a unique and compact piece.

Can I Start This Needle Felting Technique Without a Felting Base?

No, at least it’s not recommended!

The sponge serves as a work base and allows the wool to be pierced safely without the risk of pricking yourself.

Needle felting is very easy, but sometimes when you’re just starting, it can seem strange and confusing. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below.

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Mónica Saraiva - ENG

Olá, o meu nome é Mónica Saraiva e sou Designer & Toy Artist.
Sou licenciada em Design e apaixonada por Feltragem Artesanal desde o ano 2000.

Desde então especializei-me na técnica de Feltragem com Agulhas e só mais tarde em 2006 na Feltragem com Água & Sabão / Nuno Felting.

Durante este precurso de aprendizagem continua participei em inúmeros eventos nacionais, exposições e ministrei várias formações especializadas no âmbito da Feltragem Artesanal em Portugal.

Actualmente sou fundadora das duas maiores marcas nacionais ligadas à Feltragem Artesanal, Tudo Feltro ® e Lã Mágica ®.