Basic felt techniques are thoroughly explained and illustrated with over 550 step-by-step photographs. Twenty-eight original projects presented use both industrial felt and felted wool. As a fabric, felt comes from wool and is set apart from other woolen fabrics in that it is not woven. This book explains in simple, easily followed, illustrated instructions the techniques for making felt from wool and working with it, both wet and dry, to create felt...

"A variety of charmingly uncomlicated felt items from several designers awaits in this book. The book is packed with a generous selection of designs such as confectionery, nesting dolls, homes and transportation, bunnies, felines, and even creatures commonly found in zoos and aquariums. Felt projects don't require a sewing machine and can be made using simple hand stitches and embroidery, all demonstrated in the book with illustrated instructions."--Back...

Felt is easy to make and work with, and combined with other decorative elements, like decorative stitching and beads, it becomes irresistible. Searle takes you step-by-step through 25 projects, showcasing a variety of felt-making processes including rolled felt, 3-D felt, and felt made in your own washing machine. In addition she includes ideas for using commercially-made felt from any craft store. Perfect for anyone who enjoys the versatility of...

"Includes instructions for needle felting and wet felting of wool fibers to shape them into toys and small figures suitable for display. Step-by-step instructions with photographs"--Provided by publisher.

Enjoy quiet time with time-honored wool appliqué! Add warmth and texture to your home with wool appliqué. Sewing in the popular folk-art style, you'll stitch fifteen projects, including thirteen heirloom-worthy table mats and two versions of an Advent calendar. Learn how reverse appliqué brings depth and color to your handwork without the bulk of additional layers. This guide offers advice on choosing and using wool (even scraps!), plus valuable...