Linda Calver – författare

The introduction to the book will cover a brief history of felting and felting /wool terms. It will also list what items you need to purchase to make yourself a starter Needle felting kit and then for each chapter subject, the wool and anything else you will need to complete that project. There will also be a suppliers list from which you can purchase anything you will need.There will then follow 6 subject chapters , a 7th chapter introducing wet felting and Needle felting combined , chapter 8 will be some seasonal creations with chapter 9 showing you how all these things can be made into gifts for your family and friends or simply something lovely to keep for yourself. Each subject will be fully supported with both diagrams and photographs of how to achieve each item with suggestions and tips along the way .The subjects covered start from basic simple shapes and how to build on these shapes and will advance in difficulty as you go through the book but everything covered is suitable for a complete novice or someone who wants to try some different ideas.

Simple step by step guide with clear diagrams and photographs, allowing beginning to advanced felters to make a variety of projects for gift-giving or holiday décor.If you love the versatility of working with wool and are looking for a new crafting addiction, this book will get you started on the wonderful hobby of needle felting. An Introduction to Needle Felting begins with a brief history of felting and felting /wool terms. You’ll also get a handy list of items you need to purchase to make yourself a starter needle felting kit. Each chapter begins with a list of the materials you will need to complete that project. With projects ranging from flowers, sculpted birds and animals, there is a variety of fun ideas to choose from. The book also contains resources for finding suppliers for any materials you might need. There’s also a chapter introducing wet felting and needle felting combined and another that offers lovely gift ideas for family and friends as sell as seasonal ideas. Each project contains both diagrams and photographs of how to complete the item with suggestions and tips along the way. Novice felters can start from basic simple shapes and learn how to build on those shapes. Projects will advance in difficulty as you go through the book so there is something for everyone, including intermediate and advanced crafters looking for inspiration.