Tuesday, 13 January 2015

Resources To Assist With Making Felt Sculptures

By Enid Hinton


If you are considering picking up a new craft, the prospect of knowing where to begin can be daunting. Thankfully, when it comes to making felt sculptures, there are a myriad of resources to help get you started. This guide is aimed at providing practical advice on sources and outlets for learning this interesting hobby.

Needle felting is extremely popular today, and as a result there is no shortage of materials with step by step instructions. This is good news for you because many of these can be found for free or little cost. To follow are some suggestions for where to look for instruction and advice.

Of course, the World Wide Web is a particularly handy tool when it comes to learning how to do crafts. On the Internet, you can find both demos and guides relating to wool felting. In fact, some blogs and sites focus just on this craft. They may include forums where fellow craftspeople can share their ideas.

Some Web sources allow you to utilize videos that show the step by step process. This can be very helpful especially when you are just starting out. Furthermore, some sites include links to sellers of supplies. Remember that you should be vigilante in checking that sources, sites and products are safe and secure. Too often information is incorrect which can result in disappointment or difficulty for the customer.

In addition, there are seemingly countless print publications relating to this craft. A well stock arts and crafts or hobby store is a good place to look for guides on making sculptures from felt. As well, many craft vendors offer workshops where you can get tuition, ideas and inspiration.

This very interesting hobby is very affordable as well. It is so popular today that it is relatively easy to find supplies. There are many kits on the market which give you a chance to try out projects at home.

One of the most enjoyable aspects of felting for many is the ability to sculpt unique and original designs. Just like clay sculpture, felting allows you to create a myriad of shapes. You are limited only by your imagination. One option is to try a kit to begin, then progress to your own creations.

Felt wool comes in every color under the rainbow. This makes it especially interesting to use for those who want to create vibrant designs. For tips on creating exciting effects, there are many books and guides on color combining available in bookstores and libraries. The malleable nature of the material makes it particularly appealing for those who want to explore interesting textures and colors. In fact, not only hobbyists but artists and designers have exploited this material to create unusual works for display in galleries. A final point is to do thorough research to ensure that methods, products and materials are fully safe. This should be your top priority when undertaking a new craft project.




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