A HARE COVERED IN FLOWERS

 

“Hello, Rabbit,” he said, “Is that you?”

“Let’s pretend it isn’t,” said Rabbit,

“And see what happens.”

-from Winnie the Pooh

A flowered hare has entered the shop.  Made of wool with a wire armature, the ears are posable giving this rabbit fun personality and character.  She started as a little ball of wool fibers and grew and grew in my imagination until, before I knew it, I was thinking of spring and felting beautiful flowers all over her coat.  She stands 14" tall and approximately 7" at the widest point.

You can find her at the 

Yellow Door Studio Shop

THE ART OF NEEDLE FELTING AND A BRAND NEW SHOP!

Introducing . . . 

Y E L L O W   D O O R   S T U D I O

Original Needle Felted Sculptures

What is needle felting?  Needle felting is the art of transforming wool fibers into three dimensional objects using an assortment of barbed needles. It has been practiced for thousands of years, even back so far as the time of Job.  Wool made into felt has long been used as an essential element for shelter, clothing, hats, saddles, rugs, and other daily necessities - and art!

When you felt wool, you are agitating the fibers in a way that binds them together, creating a solid form. The process starts by gathering together a small amount of wool fibers and placing them on a mat. These wool fibers are tightly rolled up in a small bundle.  The wool is then "stabbed" over and over again with the felting needle to lock the fibers together, eventually creating a firm texture . . .  felt!  By continuing to add more and more wool, little by little the fibers can be formed into a textile sculpture. I have enjoyed felting a wide variety of wildlife this winter.  There are birds, rabbits, pigs, sheep, owls, a vole, a chipmunk, a goat, and a few mice.  I hope you'll click here to visit      Yellow Door Studio.  It will be growing every day so please click below, follow the shop and come back often to see the updates!

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