The art of felting has always been an out-of-the-corner-of-my-eye type of craft to me. I like it, but I’ve never really paid much attention to it. I’ve seen all of the pillows, purses and other items that people of combed the heck out of in an effort to hide the lovingly made stitches and make it look like…well…felt.
Today I stumbled upon a felt artist that turned my head a hundred and eighty degrees. Stephanie Metz takes the art of felting and raises it to a whole new level. I was in awe at the intricate detail of her work. Her Natural History of Teddy Bears is so amazing; Darwin himself would no doubt adjust his theory to include this poly-filled species.
Take the time to explore her site. It’s rich with beautifully detailed forms. Meanwhile, I’m sitting and pondering the crafting infant that I am in light of such a master.
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5 comments
David says:
January 31, 2009 at 7:36 am (UTC -8 )
I, too, am in awe. And I suddenly want to run out to Michaels and buy felt for felt plushies I haven’t even THOUGHT of yet. My creation would probably end up looking like a cross between a hobo and the Mummy, but that’s besides the point.
Leslie says:
January 31, 2009 at 7:45 am (UTC -8 )
NHS Leeds should take a look at Milk Cow. . .
Big Treble says:
January 31, 2009 at 7:49 am (UTC -8 )
I just stared at your comment thinking “What the heck is she talking about?” And then it hit me http://doubletreble.net/wooly-breasts-needed/
You get the star today for bringing this full circle!!!
Patrick says:
January 31, 2009 at 10:03 am (UTC -8 )
Well I hope you’re happy… my chitipati “bone buddies” sculpture may now have to be felted. Would you please ask David to save some white felt for me!
contentpig says:
February 4, 2009 at 1:07 pm (UTC -8 )
Very cool… I would like some little felt figures of my own