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Aug

20

Ruffled Felted Bowl Pattern

August 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment


I have had several emails asking for patterns for felted bowls.  The Ruffled Felted Bowl is one I am sure you will want to try.  Deborah has created this very charming bowl and is graciously sharing the pattern with us.  Visit her site and get the instructions.  Her site is “Deborah Gray Does Navel- Gazing”.  I am not sure what this means and I hope Deborah will explain :)

Deborah Eve Frisch Martinides-Gray Deren Gray, as she relates “It is a long story” leads a very interesting life in California.  Be sure to read her bio and about all the remarkable things she is into. 

 

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Aug

19

My Favorite Felt Sweets by Joie Staff, translated by Yoko Ishiguro

August 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment


Photos from “My Favorite Felt Sweet @2008 Japan Publications Trading Co., Ltd and Joie, Inc.”

Good things come to those who wait!  If you are a crafter, I am sure you have seen the adorable Japanese craft books on crafting blogs and sites on the Internet.  People like you and I question if we can create a project from instructions written in Japanese.  Some have been able to use these wondrous books and complete the projects.  I did an article about a kit out of Japan and I had many questions and interest in the kits. Sadly the sources of these kits dried up and were not available outside of Japan.  The article is “Felt Deserts” and the Japanese site is Patisserie Soleil.

I am sorry to make this intro for a book review so wordy, but I want you to get as excited as I am over this book “My Favorite Felt Sweets by Joie Staff” and translated into English by Yoko Ishiguro.  This fabulous book cost less than one of the kits I mentioned above.  Yoko has done a marvelous job translating this perfectly delightful book.  The ideas and the sweets are perfection confections for you to create for gifts and yourself.  The pictures are works of art and each project has a life size template and instruction sheet.  You will not have any problem understanding these patterns.  Each charming designs is a feast to the eye and although your mouth will water, please to not eat these little delectable’s.  There are 106 different projects. Sheets of colored felt and basic sewing skills (and sometimes a little glue for the final, decorative touches) are all that are required to whip up these luscious-looking and guilt-free I have a friend who owns a bakery that makes delightful deserts like the ones in this book and I think that these sweets would create a charming display for her shop.  I have scanned some of the delights in this book the temp you and I hope you do rush over to Amazon or the book shop of your choosing and pick up this book and then let us know what you think and please leave a review here.

 If you are thinking of buying this book you may wish to get some supplies so when you get the book you can get started right away.  There are two thicknesses of felt, for rolling and shaping you will want 1mm thick felt and for item such as cookies 2mm felt.   These projects require very little fabric so you want to purchase some basic colors and the embroidery floss in the same color for stitching the pieces together, following are some resources. “Save On Crafts” Carry Craft Felt Rectangles at discount prices. (9½” x 12″) sizes. Here is a list of books that Yoko Ishiguro has translated.  Art Girlz Felt

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Aug

17

Needle Felting Tutorial - Using New Tools

August 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment


Betz has a new tutorial on her blog showing us how to use the new felting tools and I am impress because I own these items and have not been using them correctly.  Visit her site and learn something new and fun.

Betz White — designer, mother and author! She combines the ancient technique of felting with today’s cast-away sweaters to create what she calls “felted wool, artfully stitched”. Her blog is her little space to show, tell, and share what she does.  Bertz’s book, “Warm Fuzzies: 30 Sweet Felted Projects” has been a big hit with people that felt their knits.

 

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Aug

15

Felted Wool Play-Lands by, Sage Dream Design

August 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment


These adorable scenes are for children to interact and play with.  Amy offers finished scenes and dolls and she also sells the kits for you to create your own treasures.  Where were these types of toys when I was a child? I played with our Nativity scene until I had broken many of the holy family members, but I still have them glued and tattered but they hold warm memories for me.   Do pay Amy site “Sage Dream Design” a visit and read about her and the recommendations for children’s play. 

Each set is needle felted by hand from 100% wool! Amy is the thorough, meticulous felter who takes hours to firm and harden each piece so they will stand up to child’s play.  If you have concerns about durability and particularly with rough children playing with these toys, please contact Amy with questions or concerns

 

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Aug

14

The Big Book of Needle Felting

August 14, 2008 | 1 Comment


 

My last article was a book review on Needle Felting Artful Fashion by, Judy Jacobs and Kay Kaduce who also author this book.  I received The Big Book of Needle Felting coauthored by, Judy Jacobs, Kay Kaduce and Jewelry Artist, Rona Horn giving us a diverse book covering over fifty stunning projects.  This beautiful book is filled with wonderful pictures and information on needle felting.  Meet Rona Horn!

 

These three ladies have gotten together to bring us an abundance of new fun ideas and innovative designs. One of the themes in this book covers all the holidays and with fall almost upon us I will want to try the colorful and unique wreath and the adorable pumpkins.  I think when you purchase this book you will want to try several of the ladies’ projects.  The lovely flower and jewelry can be given as a teacher’s gift or to adorn a special gift package with artful wearable embellishments.   The felted jewelry is fun and lovely and you will want to try several ideas in this area. 

 

You will also want to acquire many of the materials and supplies so beautifully pictured as you get into needle felting.  Three wonderful ladies share their specialties with us in this book and I am sure you will find several projects you will want to try. The creations are so lovely and fun to wear and give.  Thank you ladies for sharing you art with the entire world.

 

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Aug

12

Needle Felting Artful Fashions

August 12, 2008 | 2 Comments


When you purchase a book, you never know what you are going to get unless you can locate numerous reviews.   Most of the time Amazon has good reviews and you can get the flavor of a book and if it is one you want for yourself. 

Needle Felting Artful Fashion by, Judy Jacobs and Kay Kaduce offers you fun and different ways to needle felt projects.   This book is filled with informational pictures, templates, resources to get the materials you will need for each project.

This book shows you how to take readymade items and turn them into diva fashions.   I love the idea of taking a readymade baby pillow and a bear and doing something personal for a baby shower or a new baby.  “pictured”   Don’t forget the pre-teens and teens going off to college.  You can needle felt their school emblems or teams onto jackets, jeans, bedding, tees and whatever.  Turn that plain sweater into a designer wearable that everyone will ask about.   Create lavish embellishments on purses, slippers, hats, purses, jewelry and wall hanging.

Meet Kay and Judy

I want to give this book a thumb- up and think you might want to pick it up for your felting library. 

 

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Aug

11

Herbert, the Felted Purse!

August 11, 2008 | 1 Comment


You will surely get noticed carrying one of these cuties on your arm.  Beth has named her felted bags and I am sure they are like her children.   She admits she is a felting addict who loves to make unusual felted jewelry and accessories. She also sells felting supplies and runs workshops. For more information visit her Fibrespace site and from there you can find your way to all her blogs and shops. Beth has a BA Hons in Textile design, specializing in weaving. She is also a qualified Design and Technology teacher. As well as teaching in secondary schools she has taught textile design to visually impaired adults. Since becoming a full time mother of two she has begun an internet business supplying fiber craft supplies.

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Aug

8

Lion Brand Hyperbolic Crochet Motifs FREE PATTERN!

August 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment


I am thrilled because I found these patterns for the Hyperbolic Crochet coral reef project on Lion Brand Yarn.  I found the information on Ravelry.com a great source of information for knitters and those who crochet.  The instructions are not great, but I think you can figure them out.  I know I am going to try a few and I will let you know what I get and show you.   Crochet Motifs FREE PATTERN!

 

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Aug

7

Felt Artist, Gail Crosman Moore

August 7, 2008 | 4 Comments


Massachusetts’ artist, Gail Crosman Moore is not only a felt artist, but she also works with many other materials bringing these materials into a three dimensional exquisite piece.  When you are looking through her gallery you will be delighted by her amazing art.  Gail also has a shop on her site where you can purchase her delightful art.

Gail says; “The one common denominator in all of my work is me so I thought that I would take a minute to tell you a little bit about my passion….I need to make things. Things out of fiber, glass, clay, metal, paper, no material is safe! My other need is to get whatever I am working on out of the second dimension and into the third. Color, form and texture are what make my heart sing.”

Your heart will sing along with Gail’s when you discover her work. 

 

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Aug

6

Day on the Alpaca Farm

August 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment


Alpacas join in to raise money!

The Tenth Annual Day on the Alpaca Farm will be held Saturday, August 30, from 10 am-3 pm at KeLe Alpacas. The public is invited to tour the alpaca farm, enjoy live music by Homebrew and Jay Stage’r, visit with a number of area breeders, walk an alpaca through the mini woods and this year enjoy an Art Show sponsored by Artbeet. As in past years there will be spinning, weaving and felting demonstrations where participants can try it themselves. There will also be children’s games, face painting, bubbles to blow and more.

The Day on the Alpaca Farm is a fundraiser for the Violence Intervention Project (VIP) which provides services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in Kewaunee County. There is no charge for the event, but people are encouraged to make a donation. To date, over $10,000 has been raised for VIP.

The alpacas do their part for the event by taking walks with visitors, giving kisses and being a great photo opportunity. Just watching them in the pasture has been known to lower the blood pressure. Alpacas are originally from South America and have been in the United States since 1984. They are raised for their fiber, which is stronger, softer and warmer then wool. It is used to make garments that most people can wear next to their skin, unlike sheep’s wool.

The Artbeet Art Show will feature area artists selling and demonstrating their art. Artbeet is a non-profit organization set up to promote the arts in Kewaunee County. To raise money to support their events and projects, there will be a silent auction of the artist’s work.

KeLe Alpacas, E1870 Pine Grove Road, is located 2 miles south of Hwy. 29, 15 miles east of Green Bay. Due to construction, watch for signs. For more information, contact LeAnna at 920-845-5571.

 

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