Needle felting is an enjoyable and creative craft that has taken the art world by storm. From humble beginnings, it has grown into a popular product that brings joy and satisfaction to countless people who love life. At Shywool, we are passionate about promoting products and kits made from this craft, providing people with high-quality needle felt products, kits, and handmade wool toys and decorations. Here are the basic materials and tools that our craftsmen use on a daily basis.
Needle felting kit materials and tools basic overview
If you are new to needle felting products, then buying needle felting directly is your best choice. If you want to learn needle felting, then you can buy a kit. Our kits usually contain all the basic tools and materials needed to complete a project. Shywool brand needle felting kits usually include:
Felting needles: The felting needle is the most important tool in the needle felting craft. Different felting needles have different numbers of spines and are designed for different levels of detail from rough to fine work.
Wool roving or wool batting: This is the material you will felt. Wool roving is a continuous strand of carded wool, while wool batting is a sheet-like structure of wool fibers. Both materials can be used effectively, depending on your project.
Felting pad or surface: To protect your needles and workspace, use a covered mat or pad for felting without damaging the surface.
Basic instructions: Most kits come with instructions or patterns to help you with your first project, making the process smooth and enjoyable.
Types of felting needles we use
Felting needles are key to the needle felting process. Felting needles come in a variety of sizes and shapes, each designed for a specific use. Here are the most common types of felting needles we use:
Types of needles
Triangle needle: The most common needle type, with three sides, each with a barb. Useful for both rough and fine work.
Star needle: With barbs on all four sides, it felts faster and penetrates deeper, making it ideal for efficient shaping.
Reverse needle: Designed to pull the fibers outward rather than compressing them, it is ideal for creating fuzzy textures or surface details.
Needle Sizes
36-gauge needles: thick and fast felting needles for initial shaping and building core structures.
38-gauge needles: medium-sized needles for shaping and detailing, a good all-around choice.
40-gauge needles: thin and sharp needles ideal for fine work, finishing touches, and small areas.
Types of Wool Used in Our Needle Felted Products
The type of wool you choose can greatly affect the finished product of your felted item. Shywool’s products are made from high-quality wool to ensure durability and great looking. Here are the types of natural wool materials we use.
Types of Wool
Merino wool: Known for its soft, fine texture, it is perfect for fine crafting. Its smooth surface makes it ideal for creating soft, sculptural pieces.
Core wool: Core wool is coarser and less expensive, making it ideal for building the body or core of a project. It is often used as a base layer and then covered with finer wool.
Carded wool: This type of wool has fibers that run in multiple directions, making it a stronger structure and can be used for core and surface work.
Add-ons and accessories for needle felt products at Shywool
Eyes, noses and other decorations
Additional accessories can add life and personality to your felt creations. You can add eyes, noses and other small parts to your felt figures to make them look more delicate and detailed.
Dyes and pigments
After receiving our needle felt products, you can also use dyes to change the dyeing and texture of the wool. This allows for endless possibilities for color and shading, making your creations unique and vibrant.
Buy needle felt products
At Shywool, we understand the importance of high-quality materials and the role they play in needle felt products. We can provide a full range of products from premium felt products to custom made products. Whether you need home decorations or gifts, our products will enhance your shopping experience.
Needle felt products are more than just a product, they are a shopping journey full of warmth and joy. With the right product or design, you can turn needle felt products into beautiful toys, decorations and more. At Shywool, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality products and making your needle felt purchase experience extraordinary.
Explore all our product ranges and our custom service to find the perfect needle felt product to help you expand your collection. Let’s experience a better world together. Wish you a happy shopping!
