Wednesday, August 24, 2016

Awesome Pictures from Friends and Decorating Ideas with Needle Felted Snowmen


What's the definition of Pure Joy? Awesome photos of my snowmen shared from friends is the formula that always makes me happy.

In the photo session below you will see two of the snowmen I've given to one of my best friends, Ani. I made my first small needle felted bouquet as a gift for her wedding. I will present it separately in another blog post. The cute one-eyed green figurine is inspired by the cute character from 'Monstors LTD.'

                                  




These photos were shared by the biggest fan of my Etsy store, Meredith. I love those photos, they are the best. 

                                      

   

This is a photo from my great friend, Ralitsa of the adorable snowman with a fancy summer hat . 


And let's not forget the fabulous photo session of my snowman with a heart from Gabi.



Tuesday, August 23, 2016

Merino Haul and a New Tool for Needle Felting


It is so exciting to buy new colors of wool and merino for my felting projects. I've just got a bunch of awesome Australian wool that will turn into some cute Christmas decorations really soon. I have a surprise for all the fans of different types of wool that I'll present in one of the next blog posts. I
I was asked what type of wool I prefer. Well, my favorite so far is the Australian merino 26 - 24 microns. But I also like some Bulgarian wools.

I try to use a lot of different colors to make the snowmen vivid, cute and remarkable. Just like the real snowmen made by kids in the winter, my needle felted snowmen might wear unique combinations of hats and scarfs.

The new tool I got a few weeks ago from ebay makes it a bit easier to felt because it combines 3 needles.

For all of you fellow crafters, do you have favorite types of wool and what colors you prefer? Please, share with me.




Thursday, August 18, 2016

My First Snowman Holding a Heart


When I started making snowmen, I wanted each one of them to be unique, special and really cute. I love adding different details to the hats of the snowmen and experimenting with colors. Last winter I wanted to make a snowman for a friend of mine, Gabriela.

I was thinking of ideas and then I decided to try to make a snowman hiding a heart behind its back. I am very pleased with the results. Now my first snowman with  a heart is part of the amazing Gabi's Christmas village decoration. I am so happy she likes it. See the photos she sent me. Absolutely gorgeous! Thank you, Gabi!

This wonderful snowman put the beginning of my most favorite series of snowmen dedicated to LOVE. They make great presents for all kinds of occasions, including St Valentine's Day.