Understanding and Using Angelina Fibres in Your Felting or Spinning Projects

Angelina fibres are a versatile way to introduce shimmer, texture, and visual depth to felting and mixed‑media projects. Lightweight, reflective, and available in a wide range of colours, they can be used subtly or boldly depending on your creative goals. This guide covers what they are, how they behave, and how to use them effectively in both needle and wet felting.

Picture Felts by Philippa  

Step-by-Step Guide to Adding Texture in Wet Felting

1. Choose your fibres

• curly wool locks for raised, organic textures
• yarns or threads to create ridges and lines
• silk or plant fibres for shiny, crinkled surfaces 

Tutorial: Creating Straight or Uneven Edges in Wet Felting

Image Stephany Jansen 

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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