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    Cute Needle Felted Animal Friends: Adorable Cats, Dogs and Other Pets
    Cute Needle Felted Animal Friends: Adorable Cats, Dogs and Other Pets
    Cute Needle Felted Animal Friends: Adorable Cats, Dogs and Other Pets
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    Cute Needle Felted Animal Friends: Adorable Cats, Dogs and Other Pets

    By Sachiko Susa

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    "Susa's approach to needle felting will give beginners the know-how to get started, but experienced felters will also appreciate her whimsical designs." --Library Journal

    Cute Needle Felted Animal Friends shows you how to create lifelike felted figures that remind you of the pets you love--using a little wool roving, a felting needle, and a few basic tools and techniques. Even more than this, it shows you how to capture their adorable expressions when they're playing hard, napping, or just happy to see you. A sweetly cocked head, perky ears, and a tail that makes you think it's actually wagging--the charm of these miniature figures is all in the details!

    Easy step-by-step instructions and photos show you how to make the basic shapes and components, then how to add details like long or curly hair, spines, and stripes, as well as little faces that are utterly irresistible. With a bit of practice, you'll be able to portray the unique poses and expressions of beloved pets from your own life.

    And just like your pets, this needle felting book is so friendly that even novice felters will have no trouble making these miniature animal figures, including:
    • A perky Yorkshire Terrier
    • An elegant Russian Blue Cat
    • A playful Tabby
    • A sleepy Mottled Cat
    • A Holland Lop Rabbit
    • A curly Toy Poodle
    • A fluffy Pomeranian
    • A dapper French Bulldog
    • Matching mom-and-pup Chihuahuas
    • A sweet Pygmy Hedgehog
    • And many more!
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTuttle Publishing
    Release dateMar 26, 2019
    ISBN9781462920587
    Cute Needle Felted Animal Friends: Adorable Cats, Dogs and Other Pets

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      Cute Needle Felted Animal Friends - Sachiko Susa

      Introduction

      Pets have long held a special place in our lives. There’s something about the unconditional affection and devotion particular to animals that tug at our heartstrings. Dogs, cats and other little furry (and un-furry) critters…which lively domesticated creatures share your life?

      Inspired by the many adorable pets out there, I created felted animals in their likeness. It’s very satisfying to felt your own cute miniature pet.

      Use the instructions in this book as a basic guide, but have fun customizing each animal to more closely resemble a real-life pet you know or may want to have as a companion one day. You can even add collars or clothes!

      The projects shown in the instructional photos are their actual size. I’ve tried to be extra clear about how to add facial expressions and fur via a flocking method and there are many illustrations and photos to help you along the way.

      Small enough to fit in the palm of your hands, these felted pets are easy to make, so please take a light-hearted approach and enjoy!

      — Sachiko Susa

      Shiba Inu

      The Shiba Inu is a small dog of Japanese origin, known for its upright ears, curled tail and sturdy well-balanced body. Included are two versions: a brown one with its cute tongue sticking out and a black one with a cheerful expression. Detailed instructions for the brown Shiba Inu serve as a basic lesson for constructing a felted animal.

      Brown Shiba Inu (with tongue sticking out)

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 34

      Black Shiba Inu (with closed mouth)

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 42

      Chihuahua

      The lovable Chihuahua enchants with its big eyes and ears and is the world’s smallest dog breed. Flocking is the key to achieving the long-hair fur of the adult Chihuahua. Add fluffiness to the chest, tail and sides of the face.

      Chihuahua Pup INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 46

      Chihuahua Dog INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 48

      Toy Poodle

      This clever canine’s secret to popularity is its affectionate nature. A curly yarn is used on the surface to create the right texture.

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 50

      Jack Russell Terrier

      Tummy time in action! Place the head at a slightly downward angle to enhance the expression. Its contented and playful personality shines through from the relaxed pose.

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 52

      Yorkshire Terrier

      Can you tell that this little pup is a bit melancholy and needy but full of love? Did it spill some milk on purpose to get attention? Or is it pouting because it’s all alone at home? Various colors comprise the head, chest, paws, back and tail.

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 43

      Miniature Dachshund

      Short, stubby legs. An elongated torso. The pointy nose. These distinctive characteristics of the miniature dachshund also make it a very beginner-friendly dog to make. Curving the ears adds extra personality.

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 54

      Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

      Mama dog and puppy both sport luxuriously draped ears with thick curly fur. To make the Mama’s ears, use wool roving intended for flocking. Position her head to tilt sideways to accentuate the majestic ears.

      Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Pup INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 56

      Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 58

      Pomeranian

      Pomeranians have distinctive woolly, tufted fur. Select a wool roving that mimics this texture.

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 61

      French Bulldog

      To make the characteristics wrinkles of this French Bulldog, fingering weight wool is ideal. Creating a shadow with a darker color adds a realistic touch. The bow necktie is also created from the wool roving.

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 64

      Russian Blue

      Its silver-flecked blue fur and green eyes make the Russian Blue enigmatic and magical. Flexible plastic wire (such as millinery brim wire) was used to form its slender body. Detailed instructions with photographs of this process are included.

      INSTRUCTIONS → PAGE 72

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