Well actually I'm going to add curly hair to a doll I'm making and I only just found you! I've learned lots already so I'm very grateful! Thank you so much x
Wow, I love this. So helpful. I'm hoping to learn how to make a decent sized realistic looking model of my Irish setter. Hopefully some of your tutorials will help get me there!
New subscriber here. I've been bingeing you content and I am in awe of your talent. I am going to try this on my poodle/dachshund mix. Thanks for sharing.
I want to sculpt my New Zealand hunterway collie but life size, I have made the armature and I’m collecting the wool so I can get started asap. It’s gonna be a few weeks before I complete it maybe even longer lol I’ll be using fibrefill for the body construction as it’s cheap and works really well and also batts for a less lumpy look and feel I’ve had exact replicas of his eyes made as he has a blue and dark brown eyes, I made a nontoxic mould of his actual nose. (It doesn’t hurt them at all and is only in place for 4-5 seconds ) so please no hate, it’s perfect safe. I’ve also saved some of his longer fur to incorporate it to the sculpture as a loving touch too. Can’t wait to get started. Love your channel and have subscribed. The spaniel is absolutely breathtaking and so exquisite it looks so realistic. Thanks for sharing this video.
Wow thanks for sharing that with me. What a challenge but it'll be incredibly amazing. Please do join my Facebook group if you havent already and share your progress with us. I'd love to see how it goes. 😁
Thank you so much for the excellent tutorial. I am very glad I happened upon it; not only are your instructions and demonstrations crystal clear, but you also have such a pleasant voice. Once I am more experienced I hope to make a replica of my Tibetan Terrier (think small sheepdog).
You're very welcome! I am very appreciative of your lovely comments. I'm glad you found it helpful. Making your dog will be lovely to do. you could even include a tiny bit of its fur. please let me know how it goes. 😊
Omg i have so much respect for people who needle felt. I crochet, tried needle felting and couldnt do it. I want to try again as i am a dog groomer and thought it be nice to try and make a needle felted version of their dogs witb their dogs hair in spare time. Is this possible?
It's great you want to try again. There's so much room to create and find your own style with needle felting. I started with crochet too but felt confined to patterns. Yes a lot of people use dog fur. It can be a little silky to easily felt - depends on breed. I have made a piece from wool but added a bit of fur in with it. Let me know how you get on 😊
I just discovered this video and was so interested, I subscribed to your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge so freely. I have one question though, since I am dabbling with some felting on an already knitted or crocheted item. If the fur becomes soiled or needs a touch up, does this hold up to brushing? I have asked this several times on different crafting groups, but never get an answer. I would really, really like to know. Thanking any and all in advance.
Thank you for subscribing. :-) I think with wool that gets soiled it would have to very carefully be cleaned or the dirt/ dust or whatever removed. A tiny brush like an eyebrow or eyelash brush might help pull out soiling but could be a risk to also pulling out some fibres. Depends on what substance gets on the wool. I rarely brush long fibres unless they are well planted in and only as a once off towards the end to finish off a piece. I usually advise those who buy my creations not to brush fibres but treat it as a delicate sculpture rather than a toy. Also to keep out of dust and away from moths eg behind glass. Not sure if I am being of help with my answer. Would you mind giving me an example of what you are making and what situation you are wondering about exactly. Thanks
@@FittobeLovedFelts Thank you so much for your prompt reply and yes it did answer my question. I always mention that my amigurumi are not toys but collectible shelf yarn sculptures. I tried to send a picture to help explain what I am doing, without success. But basically, I am making a knitted fawn by Claire Garland. I find that once my project is knitted and stuffed, needle felting in certain areas bring my little creatures to life, adding details that would be otherwise difficult without needle felting. It occurred to me though that some people might want to brush them, which I think, (as you) would pull out some of the wool. Since I have never needle felted anything, I had nothing to compare my projects with. My quests a stuffed animal does not have a solid core to help grasp the felting, but I think this idea is still quite feasible as long as the recipient understands proper care. Thank you so very much for answering my question. I think this is my stepping stone to a fully needle felted project. Again, your videos are fascinating!!!
@@darlenerothenay6251 wow I think that's a wonderful thing to get those details you would like. I'd love to see one of your creations. Do you have a social media page? Or feel free to message me at fittobeloved@mail.com I started out with crochet and loved it but really wanted to create my very own creations from scratch that I could say were my own work and not from following a pattern. Once I discovered needle felting I've rarely crocheted since. I still admire the gorgeous little animals I see around though 😍
@@FittobeLovedFelts I sent out a photo of my fawn, which is close to being finished, to the address you gave. I hope you get it. Once you read the email, I think you will better understand what my goal is. I think eventually I will attempt a fully felted animal and “jump into the deep end of the pond”! Thank you again. Your are a very gifted lady!
I got one question when you make the ears how long do poke them for because when I make a needle felted animal the ears I make always get fall of or become damage
Do you mean when making them or fixing to the head? Either way I try to give it a good stab. Core wool is good for basic shape then add softer coloured wools on after or go straight for coloured wool make thicker than needed in layers and stB firm. Can thin by lots of stabbing or use straighteners or an iron over a tea towel to flatten. When fixing ear into place. Make sure to have a wad of excess looser wool at end of the ear that you will use to stab into the head and stab at various angles. Start in any case with a decent lower gauge needle, then go to higher gauge as you feel resistance. Hope this helps.
Watch how how I made his realistic eyes out of just wool, no glass or plastic - ruclips.net/video/byUtpQ9sHf8/видео.htmlsi=L78hiS7NhXA-BdH8
So lifelike! I just want to hug him.
Hehe, thank you. 😊 I may not want to part with him.
Thank you so much, very interesting, I had no Idea you could do that with the wool. Eventually I'd like to make a poodle with the wavy hair
Glad you found it useful. A poodle would be fab:-)
looks like a real dog 😍😳
Aw thank you for the lovely compliment 😊
Just simply stunning, you're so kind sharing all these wonderful tips and methods with us. You have a true gift. Much love 💕🤗💕
Thanks so much for your lovely comment Ellie. 😊
Well actually I'm going to add curly hair to a doll I'm making and I only just found you! I've learned lots already so I'm very grateful! Thank you so much x
That's wonderful. Yes I can see it could work on a doll too. I hope it goes well for you 😊
The realism of your spaniel is just amazing. I am using curls on a little black sheep in a flock.
Thank you! Aw that sounds lovely 😍
Thank you so much I’m hoping to do them on my sisters Cocka-Poo
that'll be great. I love cockerpoos! Let me know please how it goes :-)
Oh my goodness this just like my springer spaniel @lovehearpuppywillow 💕 this is amazing
I totally need one of these of willow and Charlie
Aw thank you. I'll look you up. 😊 just followed on insta.
Thank you for sharing... Have a good day and stay safe. 💜
It's a pleasure to help. Thank you and you too. 😊
Love the waves!looks absolutely beautiful 💖thanks for the great tips :)
Thank you! Glad you find it useful 🙂
Incredible. I have only just found this art. Can't wait for my first kit to arrive. I will be watching more of your amazing tutorials 😍
Wow, I love this. So helpful. I'm hoping to learn how to make a decent sized realistic looking model of my Irish setter. Hopefully some of your tutorials will help get me there!
That's wonderful. I'm pleased the tutorial is helpful 😊
I am hoping to do a cockerspaniel (my dog) great tutorial, you are very talented
That'll be wonderful to do. I'd love to know how you get on 😊
Your technique is great!💕
Thank you😊
Thank you that was a brilliant tutorial
My pleasure. I'm pleased you liked it 😀
I love your video's they are so helpfull
Glad you like them!
New subscriber here. I've been bingeing you content and I am in awe of your talent. I am going to try this on my poodle/dachshund mix. Thanks for sharing.
Aw thank you so much. That means so much for you to say that. I hope your felted dog comes out well! 😊
Awesome 😊
Not only the piece you are working on but the way you explain your process to get the curls is so easy for me to follow.
Thank you
That's so great to know thanks so much. 😊 very glad to be of help.
Excellent presentation - thank you! Hope to make a curly lamb soon!
Thank you. Wow a lamb! I would love to see your lamb when finished 😊
Wow just like my dog thank you love it xx
@@janettranter4909 thank you 😊
I've been using this technique ever since seeing your long fur method a few years ago. I'm adding curly locks to my felted woolly mammoth.
That's great. Did you watch to see how I twist straight pieces so you don't always need to buy the curly locks for example if you need a new colour?
And wow to making a wooly mammoth 🦣 I'd love to see it 😍
Brilliant. Thank you 🙂
Glad you liked it😊
Great idea!
Thanks 😊
Awesome, thank you for sharing. x
Glad you liked it 😀
That's so lifelike, you're very talented. I love it! ❤ 🐶
Thank you! 😊
I want to sculpt my New Zealand hunterway collie but life size, I have made the armature and I’m collecting the wool so I can get started asap. It’s gonna be a few weeks before I complete it maybe even longer lol I’ll be using fibrefill for the body construction as it’s cheap and works really well and also batts for a less lumpy look and feel I’ve had exact replicas of his eyes made as he has a blue and dark brown eyes, I made a nontoxic mould of his actual nose. (It doesn’t hurt them at all and is only in place for 4-5 seconds ) so please no hate, it’s perfect safe. I’ve also saved some of his longer fur to incorporate it to the sculpture as a loving touch too. Can’t wait to get started. Love your channel and have subscribed. The spaniel is absolutely breathtaking and so exquisite it looks so realistic. Thanks for sharing this video.
Wow thanks for sharing that with me. What a challenge but it'll be incredibly amazing. Please do join my Facebook group if you havent already and share your progress with us. I'd love to see how it goes. 😁
Absolutely amazing!
Thank you. I hope you find it useful 🙂
Thank you so much for the excellent tutorial. I am very glad I happened upon it; not only are your instructions and demonstrations crystal clear, but you also have such a pleasant voice. Once I am more experienced I hope to make a replica of my Tibetan Terrier (think small sheepdog).
You're very welcome! I am very appreciative of your lovely comments. I'm glad you found it helpful. Making your dog will be lovely to do. you could even include a tiny bit of its fur. please let me know how it goes. 😊
Thank you for posting this video, your work is amazing !
Like the affect. Thank you for the tutorial.
Thanks for the feedback. I hope it helps 😊
Absolutely amazing, cute and realistic
Thank You so much Rozanna
inspiring and very professionally made. I always look forward to your videos.
Thank you 😊
Looks so real. Beautiful
Thanks for saying Ton. 😊
Love this idea. Ty for sharing
Thank you. I hope you have fun trying it 😊
Omg i have so much respect for people who needle felt. I crochet, tried needle felting and couldnt do it. I want to try again as i am a dog groomer and thought it be nice to try and make a needle felted version of their dogs witb their dogs hair in spare time. Is this possible?
It's great you want to try again. There's so much room to create and find your own style with needle felting. I started with crochet too but felt confined to patterns. Yes a lot of people use dog fur. It can be a little silky to easily felt - depends on breed. I have made a piece from wool but added a bit of fur in with it. Let me know how you get on 😊
I just discovered this video and was so interested, I subscribed to your channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge so freely. I have one question though, since I am dabbling with some felting on an already knitted or crocheted item. If the fur becomes soiled or needs a touch up, does this hold up to brushing? I have asked this several times on different crafting groups, but never get an answer. I would really, really like to know. Thanking any and all in advance.
Thank you for subscribing. :-) I think with wool that gets soiled it would have to very carefully be cleaned or the dirt/ dust or whatever removed. A tiny brush like an eyebrow or eyelash brush might help pull out soiling but could be a risk to also pulling out some fibres. Depends on what substance gets on the wool. I rarely brush long fibres unless they are well planted in and only as a once off towards the end to finish off a piece. I usually advise those who buy my creations not to brush fibres but treat it as a delicate sculpture rather than a toy. Also to keep out of dust and away from moths eg behind glass. Not sure if I am being of help with my answer. Would you mind giving me an example of what you are making and what situation you are wondering about exactly. Thanks
@@FittobeLovedFelts Thank you so much for your prompt reply and yes it did answer my question. I always mention that my amigurumi are not toys but collectible shelf yarn sculptures. I tried to send a picture to help explain what I am doing, without success. But basically, I am making a knitted fawn by Claire Garland. I find that once my project is knitted and stuffed, needle felting in certain areas bring my little creatures to life, adding details that would be otherwise difficult without needle felting. It occurred to me though that some people might want to brush them, which I think, (as you) would pull out some of the wool. Since I have never needle felted anything, I had nothing to compare my projects with. My quests a stuffed animal does not have a solid core to help grasp the felting, but I think this idea is still quite feasible as long as the recipient understands proper care. Thank you so very much for answering my question. I think this is my stepping stone to a fully needle felted project. Again, your videos are fascinating!!!
@@darlenerothenay6251 wow I think that's a wonderful thing to get those details you would like. I'd love to see one of your creations. Do you have a social media page? Or feel free to message me at fittobeloved@mail.com
I started out with crochet and loved it but really wanted to create my very own creations from scratch that I could say were my own work and not from following a pattern. Once I discovered needle felting I've rarely crocheted since. I still admire the gorgeous little animals I see around though 😍
@@FittobeLovedFelts I sent out a photo of my fawn, which is close to being finished, to the address you gave. I hope you get it. Once you read the email, I think you will better understand what my goal is. I think eventually I will attempt a fully felted animal and “jump into the deep end of the pond”! Thank you again. Your are a very gifted lady!
A little wavy dog called snowy
Oh how lovely. I hope Snowy turns out well. Thank you for sharing 😊
@@FittobeLovedFelts thank you for your useful video xx
I am pleased you found it helpful. 😀
🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🥰
Thanks for watching 😊
I got one question when you make the ears how long do poke them for because when I make a needle felted animal the ears I make always get fall of or become damage
Do you mean when making them or fixing to the head? Either way I try to give it a good stab. Core wool is good for basic shape then add softer coloured wools on after or go straight for coloured wool make thicker than needed in layers and stB firm. Can thin by lots of stabbing or use straighteners or an iron over a tea towel to flatten. When fixing ear into place. Make sure to have a wad of excess looser wool at end of the ear that you will use to stab into the head and stab at various angles. Start in any case with a decent lower gauge needle, then go to higher gauge as you feel resistance. Hope this helps.
@@FittobeLovedFelts I mean when you're Poking the ears
@@jasmineshell1049 great. I hope I answered both for you?
Chocolate cocker spaniel
Aw beautiful! Please let me know how it turns out 😊
I want to make a cockopoo
Ooh I love cockapoos. That'll be lovely. Do you have your own?
Cavapoo
That'll be lovely 😊
Bernese Mt Dog
That'll be great 😊