Tutorial: Creating Straight or Uneven Edges in Wet Felting

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Wet felting naturally encourages fibres to shrink and pull in different directions, which can make edges irregular. With a few techniques, you can decide whether to keep them crisp or let them flow organically.

Tutorial: Types of Wool for Wet Felting

Wet felting depends on both the preparation of the fibre (tops, sliver, batts) and the thickness of the fibre (micron count). Fibre thickness affects shrinkage, texture, and durability, while handling techniques ensure fibres bond smoothly.

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Order of Work for a 2D Needle Felted Picture

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Wire Wrapping Tutorial for Needle Felted Animals

Once your armature is built, the next step is to wrap it with wool. This process is essential because bare wire is too smooth for fibres to grip, and without a base layer your sculpture can slip or lose shape. Wrapping creates a textured surface that anchors the wool securely, adds bulk where needed, and smooths out joints, so the figure feels cohesive. Think of it as preparing the skeleton with a soft layer before you begin sculpting the body. Core wool or carded sliver works best for wrapping: it’s coarse, springy, and binds tightly to wire.