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Post by Leonor (of Eleanor Shadow) on Apr 9, 2014 20:17:27 GMT
Hello, lovely people! I have a question and I thought this would be a good place to pester you for help. I have an idea about making some instructional kits to teach people how to make their own needle felted critters, but I'm a little stuck on the type of animal I would sell... So I'm asking you: if you were to buy such a kit, what kind of animal would you like to make? All answers are appreciated, you may even say "a unicorn" and I will take it into consideration Thanks in advance!
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Post by lyn on Apr 9, 2014 20:37:44 GMT
The most obvious answer is 'dog' or 'cat', but then what breed? There are so many.
Animals like penguins, rabbits or donkeys are appealing and don't have to be a particular breed - indeed you can be a bit 'creative' with the design.
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Post by Leonor (of Eleanor Shadow) on Apr 9, 2014 21:19:05 GMT
Thanks for the input, Lyn! A dog or cat can also be less accurate and more creative - which is what I'd do, as teaching realistic animals would be impossible without a few long hours in a personalised environment... So, it's: - dog - cat - penguin - rabbit - donkey I'm liking this list already
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Post by Shepherdess on Apr 9, 2014 21:48:23 GMT
I would want to make a sheep. It was the first kit I ever bought. I still make sheep. nothing like the kit I had that ended up looking like a llama. Owls are another one. Easter eggs, in season. It's an easy one. Christmas balls again in season. that's a good idea. I may do that for this coming Christmas. I don't think we will show up at the same show so that should be fine.
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Post by MTRuth on Apr 9, 2014 22:43:17 GMT
I'm pretty sure this is mainly a Montana thing but people always want a moose or a bear.
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Post by Shepherdess on Apr 9, 2014 22:46:06 GMT
Tourists like loons, beavers, moose and bears here.
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Post by Pandagirl on Apr 9, 2014 23:13:09 GMT
Panda :-) elephant, tiger, wolf or maybe a turtle! It sounds like fun! If you keep them whimsical, you don't need to worry about breeds.
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Apr 10, 2014 0:33:35 GMT
Teddy Bear--yes, the traditional one has always been a favorite of mine!
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Post by Leonor (of Eleanor Shadow) on Apr 10, 2014 19:40:49 GMT
Oh my, what wonderful feedback, thank you all Shepherdess, I just had to laugh at your comment about us not being in the same fair! I will add all your opinions to my list and try to come up with a little kit for starters. Let's see where this takes me! Again, thanks for your feedback, it's really valuable x
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Post by Shepherdess on Apr 10, 2014 19:52:05 GMT
sometimes its easier to make thread jointed animals. You make the parts and then use strong thread to sew them together with movable parts.
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Post by zed on Apr 11, 2014 9:36:31 GMT
Maybe you could 'grade' your kits? For starter kits, I think something with a simpler shape like Owls, penguins, seals, whales, dolphins, fish, might be good.
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Post by Leonor (of Eleanor Shadow) on Apr 11, 2014 16:16:28 GMT
Grading is definitely on my mind, Zed! I'd love to make a few simple kits and them move on to something a bit more challenging... My problem right now is, as it has been for the last 6 months or so, lack of time... I wish my days had 40h
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Post by zed on Apr 12, 2014 9:45:22 GMT
That is a big problem isn't it, and also working out the best way to use the limited time to put together something which will sell and justify the time/effort spent on it.
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Post by Leonor (of Eleanor Shadow) on Apr 12, 2014 16:21:56 GMT
I confess I'm quite scared it might not sell, Zed :/ But I just have to dive in and find out, don't I? I still have to think about the photos and the step-by-step bits. Phew!
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Post by MTRuth on Apr 12, 2014 19:31:34 GMT
I know that needle felting kits sell. You need to make yours stand out from the ones that are already out there. It is a lot of work but I bet it will be worth it for you.
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