Needle felting supplies for three small animals
Use this list to make three small needle-felted animals, such as a fox, penguin, and rabbit. It is sized for a beginner working at a table.
What to get
Core wool batting
150 g
Assorted colored wool roving
100 g
36-gauge felting needles
3
40-gauge felting needles
3
Needle felting handle
1
Dense foam felting pad
1
Finger guards
2
Small embroidery scissors
1
Black seed beads for eyes
12
Fabric glue
1 tube
Wooden toothpicks
10
Reference photo printouts
3
Who this list is for
This list is designed for beginners who want to try needle felting by making three small animals, such as a fox, penguin, and rabbit. If you’re working at a table and want a clear path from start to finish, this checklist will help you gather the right supplies without guesswork.
How to use this list
Start by laying out your workspace. Place your dense foam felting pad in the center. Gather your core wool batting (150 g) for shaping the bodies, and set out your assorted colored wool roving (100 g) for details and color. Keep your 36-gauge and 40-gauge felting needles nearby, along with the needle felting handle. Put on finger guards before you begin. Have your small embroidery scissors ready for trimming, and keep black seed beads and fabric glue close for adding eyes. Wooden toothpicks will help with shaping or holding small parts. Reference photo printouts for each animal will guide your proportions and color choices.
Common mistakes
Don’t skip finger guards—they help prevent accidental pokes, especially for beginners. Avoid using too little core wool; thin shapes collapse easily. Many skip the reference photos, but they make a big difference in getting the animal’s look right. Some try to use regular craft glue for eyes, but fabric glue holds better on wool. Don’t use a soft pillow instead of a dense felting pad; it won’t protect your needles or table.
What is on this list
You’ll find core wool batting, assorted colored wool roving, 36- and 40-gauge felting needles, a felting handle, dense foam pad, finger guards, embroidery scissors, black seed beads, fabric glue, toothpicks, and reference photo printouts. Cross off anything you already have, especially basics like scissors or toothpicks, to avoid duplicates.
Before you start
Clear your table and cover it if needed. Check that you have good lighting and a comfortable chair. Review your reference photos before felting each animal. Keep all sharp tools out of reach of children or pets. When you finish, store needles safely and seal away wool to protect it from dust or pets.
FAQ
Who is "Needle felting supplies for three small animals" for?
This list is designed for beginners who want to try needle felting by making three small animals, such as a fox, penguin, and rabbit. If you’re working at a table and want a clear path from start to finish, this checklist will help you gather the right supplies without guesswork.
How should I use "Needle felting supplies for three small animals"?
Start by laying out your workspace. Place your dense foam felting pad in the center. Gather your core wool batting (150 g) for shaping the bodies, and set out your assorted colored wool roving (100 g) for details and color. Keep your 36-gauge and 40-gauge felting needles nearby, along with the needle felting handle. Put on finger guards before you begin. Ha…
What should I skip or avoid with "Needle felting supplies for three small animals"?
Don’t skip finger guards—they help prevent accidental pokes, especially for beginners. Avoid using too little core wool; thin shapes collapse easily. Many skip the reference photos, but they make a big difference in getting the animal’s look right. Some try to use regular craft glue for eyes, but fabric glue holds better on wool. Don’t use a soft pillow ins…
What is on the "Needle felting supplies for three small animals" list?
You’ll find core wool batting, assorted colored wool roving, 36- and 40-gauge felting needles, a felting handle, dense foam pad, finger guards, embroidery scissors, black seed beads, fabric glue, toothpicks, and reference photo printouts. Cross off anything you already have, especially basics like scissors or toothpicks, to avoid duplicates.
What should I know about before you start?
Clear your table and cover it if needed. Check that you have good lighting and a comfortable chair. Review your reference photos before felting each animal. Keep all sharp tools out of reach of children or pets. When you finish, store needles safely and seal away wool to protect it from dust or pets.
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