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Post by 1happyfelter on Jan 13, 2013 18:30:22 GMT
I've been making felt for a couple of years. After retiring I began searching for a new challenge. Something that would engage me both mentally and physically. I took three felting classes and became addicted! Primarily, I design, make and sell scarves, but I've also made some wonderful baby blankets, felt boots (my 20 something grandsons absolutely love them), wristlets, neck warmers, mittens, bookmarks, notebook covers, iPad sleeves, wraps, and flat fabric. Felt making is totally magic to me. With a little bit of fiber, some soap and water, and a bit of elbow grease you can create a beautiful item. Even when something does not turn out the way you expected, it is still a work of wonder. I love to experiment with different types of wools. Love the silkiness of alpaca. Silks are define. Tencel, bamboo and other unique fibers add such wonderful luster to a project. The embellishments, oh my! There is almost an endless variety of different things that can be added to an item. Each new project is a blank canvas just waiting for you. I also knit and sew. I tell family and friends that I felt during the day and knit at night.
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Post by MTRuth on Jan 13, 2013 22:29:29 GMT
Welcome 1happyfelter! Glad you joined us and it sounds like you're in the right place. I agree that wet felting is magic. I hope you'll show us some photos of what you've made. I'd love to see some of your different projects.
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Post by lyn on Jan 13, 2013 23:00:00 GMT
Hello 1happyfelter - I think you've chosen a good name because that sounds exactly what you are and your retirement is idyllic.
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Post by koffipot on Jan 13, 2013 23:12:20 GMT
Welcome! I think you'll enjoy this forum and we'll all be looking forward to seeing your photos.
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Post by Shepherdess on Jan 14, 2013 0:09:29 GMT
Welcome to the forum. I think you will enjoy the company here. we like to share and help and chat .
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Post by zed on Jan 14, 2013 9:28:13 GMT
Welcome to the forum 1happyfelter You sound like me with your love of other fibres and embellishments! I'm looking forward to seeing your work
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Post by blueberry on Jan 15, 2013 14:18:22 GMT
Hello
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Post by janekiwi on Jan 17, 2013 23:39:17 GMT
Hello 1happyfelter, what a great name. I love the wet felting magic too.
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Post by Karen on Jan 22, 2013 23:34:13 GMT
You really are 1happyfelter and im looking forward to seeing your work to welcome aboard !
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