Felting has been known for a long time. This version of creativity is used by many craftswomen. Professional needlewomen are ready to sit for hours creating the next masterpiece. Someone recently mastered felting. A sheep using this technique can turn out wonderful. Moreover, this year (2015) is dedicated to her, so beautiful and fluffy.
Types of felting from wool
There are two main ways of working with felt: wet felting and dry. The first option is characterized by using a warm soapy solution. With this option, you can get a cute sheep made of wool. Felting is a fascinating and interesting process. Most attracted by the scope for imagination. There are no specially established rules. Each work is created only on their own attitude. Thanks to this, unique characters and unusual accessories for your wardrobe are created.
Most craftswomen choose the dry felting method. For this, a needle with a serrated tip is used. Under the influence of the tool, the wool rolls and takes the desired shape. Most craftswomen choose dry felting. A sheep (a master class on the creation of which is presented below) can turn out completely different.
Primitive wool sheep
Consider the easiest way to create an animal. This lesson is suitable for those who only know felting. The lamb will turn out primitive, without unnecessary complex decorative elements. To make it you need, get any needle for felting and two colors of wool: gray and white. A muzzle will be made of the first. The second color will be used to form the body and legs.
It will be a dry felting. A sheep (a master class will be described below) is suitable for decorating a gift box. You can also use it as a toy for a Christmas tree. Now let's get to work.
We take a piece of white wool and begin to give it a characteristic shape. For the legs will be used wire, which is covered with a special pile. It can be found at any craft store. It is better to attach them at the stage when the body is still not dense. Another piece of wool is added on top. So the sheep will be denser and rounder. The muzzle is worked out more carefully. Do not forget that it is gray. Thus, we make each foot and ears. Beads of the required size are used as eyes. You will certainly enjoy felting a sheep. The master class is completely uncomplicated.
Sheep with a beautiful face
The next option is more complicated. It turns out an attractive sheep made of wool. Felting starts on the same principle as in the first master class. Just make the muzzle tighter, drawing the mouth, nose and eyes. Attention is paid to the fur coat of the animal. For this purpose, wavy wool is specially purchased. It does not even need to be processed. We work with a needle in the place of fastening of the upper layer with the main body.
This is more complicated felting. But the sheep turns out to be more beautiful several times. It can be used to decorate the interior and give as a gift.
Festive wreath on the door
In many countries, it is customary to hang a cute wreath on the front door. It is made from twigs, flowers and colorful ribbons. It can be decorated with a variety of balls or eggs, if we are talking about Easter. We propose creating a festive decoration in the form of lambs. They make it by dry felting.
To do this, create the same diameter balls. Colors can be absolutely any. In this case, gray, black and white wool was used. Some balls will be turned into a symbol of this year. You just need to roll your head and legs. This wallowing of a lamb is very quickly done. The master class is quite simple, but the result is simply magnificent.
Colored animals
Bright sheep look attractively, which are made from the simplest wool. Dry felting is used in this method. The lamb looks humanized. The basis is done in a master class from the first lesson. Further, the details are worked out more carefully. One pet runs in motion. It seems that the sheep is an old grandmother, knitting another scarf on her shoulders. The second was completed without meaning, but painted in a bright color. The most common dyes for fabric are used for this .
Experiment and don't be afraid to show your originality. This is the only way to create special interior items and unusual characters.
Beautiful family of wool lambs
As you can see, you can create real masterpieces of art using felting. A sheep may not be alone. If you want and have enough time, create a whole family. Such a composition will decorate not only your home, but will also be a wonderful gift.
The basis is made according to the standard method of dry felting. The easiest way to wallow on a large sponge for dishes. So you do not have to hold pieces of wool in your hands. Just lay them on the porous material and start the felting process. Alternately create bodies for adults and toddlers of different sizes. On top of the animals are covered with characteristic fur coats that convey the naturalness of each product.
To achieve this effect, simply twist the strip of wool into a spiral. Next, apply to the body of the animal and begin to roll. Just do not overdo it while creating this textured fur coat. You can use colored pieces of wool in a process such as felting sheep. The symbol of 2015 will decorate any home. This composition is not ashamed to present as a gift.
Of course, making them difficult. But the time spent is worth it. It is always a pleasure to admire your finished products. It’s especially fun to realize that you did it yourself.
Brooch sheep
It is not necessary to make animals shaped. You can create ovals on which white pieces of wool are applied. Lambs roll out of them. Black wool denotes a muzzle, paws and ears. Make a small heart on your chest. So the product will gain warmth and sincerity. A clasp is sewn on the back or a pin is attached. Now such a brooch can decorate any coat or jacket. These medallions with sheep also look attractive on the bag.
Choose a variety of colors. Thus, you can create a decorative panel on the wall. Or a more complicated brooch with hanging paws. Decorate your item with ribbons and ribbons. Decorative little things not only look attractive, but also add the most ordinary objects of exclusivity.
Now you know how to create attractive lambs using felting. The main thing is to start this unusual process. You will need some patience and diligence.