Monday Love: Felted things







Some Felted things 
i made for the handmade section of our magazine KidsLife some time ago. Although i normally hate needlework of all kinds, sometimes in the cold season i like making little things out of Waldorf-wool - it's so soft and cozy, and the things have a life of their own. It's like therapy - try it!
Directions (in german) here!

Otherwise, just work from your intuition, like i do. You can't do much wrong here, it will always look nice. The heart and stones are made with a felting needle over a form of styropor. If you work with a felting needle, take care of your hands! It hurts, if you stitch yourself, but besides that it's fun - like a good kind of woodoo-magic!

P.S: There's a fun giveaway over at Obee Design - check it out!

19 comments:

  1. Un trabajo muy delicado, me encanta.
    Bss.

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  2. If you have any kicking around, I'd love to buy them! These are so sweet. I just may check out the link as well.
    Have a lovely day!

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  3. My dear, dear friend.....stress....oh yeah, do I know it. I am barely getting around to sit in front of my computer today. First let me say, you are so kind to come over and leave such kind comments; we are here to help eACH OTHER COPE....I LOVE TO BLOG and be with you and friends, because it relieves the stress from the work world. I am so tired, stressed myself, and it affects my teaching. We are on such tight schedules that I can't give the children what I want; I want to give them laughter as well as excellence, but we are always running from one place to another.....on another note, YOUR BIRD IS DARLING!!! DO YOU SELL THEM? CAN I BUY THIS ONE????? YOU ARE BRILLIANT! Oh dearest one, why are YOU stressed? I told you my story....email me whenever you wish....I care...

    rivani@bethel.edu

    Anita

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  4. cute!!!! i want a felt bird for my christmas tree ;)

    m.fay
    http://www.amateurcouture.com

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  5. I just love those cute cuddlies.

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  6. This is so pretty and charming! Very peaceful...Following you back :)
    Thank you for your sweet visit.

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  7. My dear Martina,

    Oh the stress....and you have a huge project to always work on! I was just talking to my colleague with whom I am working closely this year and we are both asking, "How long can we keep up this pace?" I am hoping that once most of the "mystery" is taken out of the novelty of our new assignments this year, we can develop a rhythm that is not quite as taxing on our bodies and minds! Again, I came home last night only to eat and fall asleep immediately. But after a moment of complaining, I have to say that I am grateful for a job. This is just the way the work world is.....but you are smart to do yoga. I work out myself, but stretching will have to become part of my routine since I have developed a very tight lower back! Oh, time to go; so nice to hear from you again dearest.

    Have a calm day.....Anita

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  8. Oh those little birdies are my favorite!!!

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  9. Beautiful! Love that sweet bird! I have never tried felting...I do love the look of all the projects I have seen made though.
    I hope you are having a wonderful day!
    xoxo Gloria @}~`}~~~

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  10. Oh my, that is one cute bird! I have never worked with felt, but I am loving the look. Well done!
    ....Smile on Rosie...

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  11. These are beyond beautiful and cute dear Martina. Looks like they've been made out of clouds :-) Love them.

    Cheers: Evi

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  12. Lovely little things! Would make a fun ornament too!
    Hope you are having a lovely week Martina!

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  13. Charming things - can't do needle work to save my life, but I adore your handmade goodness above. Have a happy weekrend;-)

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  14. your little felted happies are so cozy and soft looking!!! i love them both!!! xox, :))

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  15. Oww...they looked so cutie!!
    Are they have really a kind of Voodoo magic?? haha...kidding!
    I just love them...
    Thanks for showing us, my sweet friend!

    Happy Friday to you and your loved family!
    nensa

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  16. Beautiful Martina!!! Oh I love what the Yogis have to say about youth! I better keep my back in shape! ANd what a nice thing to say about bloggers...I think that is so true, that those who make an effort, that shows they really care about communicating and making connections. Well said, and I feel that is what my goal is....to communicate joy and hope through the simple and whimsical side of life. I hope that you will always find peace and joy in whatever corner of life you find yourself dearest. You are so sweet.

    I wish you a relaxed evening and Friday...we are almost there to the weekend!!! Bisous, Anita

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  17. These little felted buddies are ADORABLE. Having some felted items around my home too, to look at and to touch every now and then ;D
    Ich werde einen pink bracelet mitschicken beim Magazin.
    Have a happy Friday, Martina, make sure you get your well deserved rest and relax time ob das du naechste Woche knallen kannst ;D
    xoxoxoxo

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