We have been working on some needle felt projects inspired by this book.
Played around for a few hours making critters. I must’ve stabbed myself half-a-dozen times, and let me tell ya, those needles aren’t only sharp, they’re barbed, and rather rusty. Caution and common sense is required. It was the first time I’ve done this type of wool sculpting and I probably went about it all wrong. One needle broke, so I’m sure I did.
Not too bad for a first try.
My friend Missy supplied some of the fibers for our projects. She’s put some nice kits together with a variety of pretty wool roving and a few other essentials; now available in her Etsy shop. I'm finding more inspiration here and here and here and may just take another stab at it.
I thought I should wait to buy some minis for when Maria is a bit older, but maybe I should start collecting now... before Grace is even more in demand.
Posted by: Natalie | May 07, 2008 at 09:15 AM
I think your robin has such personality!! I love it!! I think a tutorial is a must!!
Posted by: Miss Paula | May 07, 2008 at 12:42 PM
We tried needle felting recently, too. It's so much fun but I was very leery of those needles around my kids and then I was the only one that stabbed myself!
Posted by: Berlinswhimsy | May 07, 2008 at 01:33 PM
That needle felting is a bit addictive, no? Your projects are lovely!
Posted by: victoria | May 07, 2008 at 02:25 PM
What a sweet baby bird. You're making me want to try my hand at that. Thank you!
Posted by: Wonders Never Cease | May 07, 2008 at 03:34 PM
So sweet!
Have you ever shared the ages of your kids in a post? Please do!
Posted by: Mississippi Mama | May 07, 2008 at 08:20 PM
That little robin is the sweetest thing! :)
Posted by: Holly | May 07, 2008 at 09:51 PM
They look so adorable, despite having caused so much trouble.
Have fun tree-shopping!
Posted by: tinker | May 08, 2008 at 06:03 AM
That robin is one of the nicest things I have seen in a good while. It has such character and sweetness.
Posted by: Paula | May 08, 2008 at 06:04 AM
I have to comment, that baby bird is soooo cute.
Posted by: Mignon | May 08, 2008 at 08:32 AM
Ahem, sorry to be on the practical side... but when was the last time you had a tetnus shot? If you are stabbing yourself (even accidentally) with a rusty needle... you need one if you haven't had one in the past 7-10 years! Tetnus isn't anything to mess with. Your little friends are wonderful! Looks like a new craft has been born!
Have fun! Keep Crafting!
Posted by: Jean C. | May 12, 2008 at 11:20 AM