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(excluding Northern Ireland)
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Realistic horsefield tortoise made using 3D needle felting methods! You will also learn to create realistic scales for the tortoises legs using basic wet felting (optional) and realistic claws. The tortoise can also be posed, as you will learn how to use a partial armature.
[Finished size: approx 14cm long from nose to tail]
Felting methods used for project:
3D NEEDLE FELTING
BASIC WET FELTING (OPTIONAL)
You will learn:
How build up shapes using core wool
How to use a partial armature to create a free-standing sculpture that can be posed
Basic (optional) wet felting for the scales on the legs
How to insert plastic eyes
How make and insert realistic claws
How to create and add details (skin folds and scales)
Kit will contain:
Unique project designed and created by professional fibre artist, Nicola Dean.
Needle felting needles
All fibre needed to complete your project
Wire
Plastic eyes
Two-part epoxy putty (for the claws)
Gloves
Skewer
Any extras* you need to complete your project.
A link** to detailed, step-by-step video tuition that you can follow at your own pace.
Template to help you get shapes correct.
Full list of materials included incase you want to make more.
Permission to sell items you make from the design/tuition.
You will also need (not included):
Needle felting surface (e.g. foam that hasn’t been treated with any chemicals (e.g. fire retardant))
Scissors
Strong Glue
Pliers
Wire cutters
Ruler
Craft Knife
Hot water, soap, greaseproof paper and household iron (these items are only needed if you intend on making the scales for the legs).
Important information:
*Everything you need is included except for a felting surface (e.g. foam) and basic items you will already have at home.
**You will require a device with internet access to watch the tutorial.
PLEASE NOTE: By placing an order you are agreeing to The Felting Flock’s Terms and Conditions. These can be found here for your reference.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of the fibre it may contain some traces of vegetable matter and a slight animal odour.
PLEASE NOTE: Digital files are non-refundable. If you need to return an item, in which access to digital files was supplied, you will receive a refund minus the value of the digital items.