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Post by Shepherdess on Feb 21, 2014 23:54:25 GMT
I fixed it, it's tape not tap. It sticks to itself and a couple times round your finger and the needle doesn't get through to your skin.
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Feb 21, 2014 23:58:41 GMT
I used to needle felt frequently, and although I did stab myself a few times with single needles, I survived. Most of my work was small, 3-D figures, but I found the multi-needle tool very helpful for flat, larger work.
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Post by pollypixie on Feb 22, 2014 0:18:26 GMT
Thank you for the tips, well I have completed my first needle felt, it started as a dog but eventually after resembling a gorilla it some how morphed into a small horse. It isn't brilliant but I am rather pleased with it and if I'm honest rather pleased with myself.
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Feb 22, 2014 0:27:31 GMT
Pollypixie, I can relate to the feeling of self-satisfaction, particularly since I am self-taught in needle-felting. Practice makes perfect, and if you continue in that vein, you will be so delighted!
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Post by Pandagirl on Feb 22, 2014 0:29:59 GMT
Polly please post a pic.
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Post by pollypixie on Feb 22, 2014 0:46:14 GMT
How do I post a PIC ? I have tried but it asks for a http address
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Post by Pandagirl on Feb 22, 2014 1:07:24 GMT
Polly, don't use the quick reply. Use the reply at the top of the box in the right upper corner it will give you the option of adding an attachment. Let us know if you have difficulty.
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Post by pollypixie on Feb 22, 2014 1:19:22 GMT
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Post by Pandagirl on Feb 22, 2014 1:38:42 GMT
Excellent Polly! I can only hope for a first time needle sculpture mine is as good! Great job with the felt and the attachment. I can't wait to see more. :-)
what kind of fiber did you use?
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Post by pollypixie on Feb 22, 2014 1:51:05 GMT
I am not 100% sure what the wool is I got it from the local hobbycraft. It says on the packet "Trimits natural wool roving" suitable for felting. I am thinking its Marino ?? Think that's what its called. And thank you for your comments about my piece.
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Post by Pandagirl on Feb 22, 2014 1:55:21 GMT
Hmmm. I haven't heard that term. Was it soft or more coarse? Merino is soft and from what I've learned doesn't needle felt well. Perhaps someone on the forum is familiar with this product. Thanks for replying. Good luck with your next project. I'm sure you'll do well.
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Post by Pandagirl on Feb 22, 2014 1:56:42 GMT
You're welcome!
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Post by Shepherdess on Feb 22, 2014 2:09:12 GMT
You did great. It looks like a horse, there isn't a lot of difference in shape between a dog and horse. that's better than my first needle felting. Merino take a little longer to felt because its so fine but it works.
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Post by MTRuth on Feb 22, 2014 4:11:43 GMT
The horse looks good. Needle felting just takes a little practice and you're well on your way. But I would definitely try the wet felting too.
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Feb 22, 2014 14:07:07 GMT
Trimits is the brand name some of the hobby shops carry. Michaels used to carry Feltworks roving. Those big box brands don't always tell you the kind of wool roving. In any case, you can needle-felt with merino but it takes longer and in my opinion does not look as good as coarser wool.
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