Best needle felting kits according to redditors
We found 19 Reddit comments discussing the best needle felting kits. We ranked the 13 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 19 Reddit comments discussing the best needle felting kits. We ranked the 13 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Hello, welcome to needle felting! Like the others have said, starting with a kit is probably the best way to go! The amount of options available can be overwhelming though, so i'll give a breakdown. Uh, prepare for a wall of text:
On A Budget) There are a number of kits available through Amazon for $6-20 USD with reasonable or even free shipping with Prime. You kinda get what you pay for; the lower end of the scale will usually get you minimal tools/spares with maybe a small amount of wool roving (6-12 colors in 5g rolls, enough for a few small projects). The higher half of that scale generally gets you a more complete set and a good amount of colors (12-36). Etsy has little starter kits like these too, but shipping may vary.
This one I bought after suggestions from this sub, but keep in mind it does not come with a felting mat:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BGTC2CC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_EacYBb61K43G6
not included in some kits is a foam cushion/mat of some sort. Optional, as one can always use upholstery foam, burlap rice bag, make one, etc. A mat isn't as essential as the needles, finger protectors, etc. but it helps to protect your work surface and needles.
Really, REALLY on a Budget) This is what I started with before getting that Amazon kit. Daiso has little $1.50 kits that have JUST the bare essentials: One needle, exactly enough roving to make one keychain animal, and picture instructions. If you don't have access to a Daiso, some Etsy shops resell the kits, but marked up a little bit.
Kinda Splurging ) at the $20-$40+ range, you may find more value in checking out starter kits from sellers like Woolbuddy, LivingFelt, etc. and various Etsy shops. May be a bit much for starters, but these kits are significantly nicer to work with than most Amazon kits.
Actually Overkill) At $50+ dollars, there are definitely "advanced" starter kits on Etsy that are actually super nice but may be overwhelming for a first-timer.
Other Notes ) Important but usually sold separately are multi-needle tools and needle-nose pliers. Clover pens, punch tools, etc. speed up the time it takes to felt. Pliers are good for attaching jump-rings, bending armature wire, and just for holding stuff in place.
Will add more to this if I think of it, but hopefully this was thorough enough to help speed up your search!
It is super simple! All you do is poke at some wool with a needle! This video covers alot of the basics more succintly than I can =) And amazon do some nice looking kits for starters. If you ever try it and want some advice, feel free to PM. I'll try my best!
Here it is, if you want to put it on your wishlist! It comes with all the wool (Extra even, I have leftover even after messing up and starting over many many many times), some stuffing to make the body making quicker, 3 needles that love your finger smore than the wool, and a guide that has a QR code that takes you right to their tutorial video.
How about felting? I have been curious about trying that myself! They come in ready kits so you don't have to worry about materials. Plus they are so cute as gifts afterwards!
It was a combination of witchcraft and one of these bad boys: https://www.amazon.com/Needle-Felting-Kit-included-Instructions/dp/B078XMGJ5W/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_201_bs_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=VV42V5SG76EV29QZHEGE
You can get starter kits. Like these on Amazon. But I just watched a bunch of YouTube's, there are hundreds of them, and bought a starter kit with a lot of colors on Amazon. I've since started buying wool on Etsy. :) (I hope I formatted this right I'm on mobile.)
Edit: Reformatted now that I'm on my computer.
Thanks! I actually just got all my stuff at Hobby Lobby. I'm sure any larger craft store would have supplies you're looking for. The workers are always knowledgable in my experience. I bought a small pack of natural colors, and purchased more variety packs as I needed. It seems more economical to buy packs of wool. Since I didnt know if I would like it, I didnt buy more than just a little but bulk also seems like a good move. Amazon seems to have good starter kits.
Something like what's below seems to cover all the stuff I got in store, prolly for cheaper. I dont have experience with this particular kit however. Extra needles is always nice because I've already broken 3 😬
Heidifeathers Needle Felting Starter Kit - Handle, Finger Guards, German Glass Eyes and Instructions - Free Post https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K2YSUUG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_3rERDbSYVS5XJ
woooo congrats! i love karma milestones haha
i wish i had 1,000 googly eyes so i could put those on EVERYTHING!
would love to try this craft thanks for the contest!
Needle Felting Craft Kit Set Wool Felt Tools with Foam Mat + Wooden Felting Handle + 9 Needles + Scissors + Awl + Finger Stall + Glue Stick by Queenti https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WPBCD4V/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oJXYzb79S4X83
My therapist tells me to journal a lot and I found this book hilarious https://www.amazon.com/Let-That-Sh-Go-Creating/dp/1250181909
In my 10 and under
But personally art helps me best, I'm trying to get into felting ”stabbing something over and over” https://www.amazon.com/Artec360-Needle-Felting-Succulent-Merino/dp/B071Y5BH5N
In my art list.
I hope you find your solution!
Here's the one I used :)
https://www.amazon.ca/Artec360-Felting-Beginners-Accessories-1-2x3x4/dp/B078V7VQXN/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=needle+felting+alpaca&qid=1572960880&sr=8-3
I'm sure that whatever you choose, she'll appreciate the effort! :)
Needle felting is pretty fun to do with people, you can bond over now much the needle hurts when you accidentally stab yourself with it. They have starter sets, but you could just use it as an idea of what to buy individually.
Dollar limit?! I don't want to be a butthead..so I will show you a few :D
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Happy birthday! You know bdays are supposed to be about you, not other people right? :) you are super generous! Thank you for the contest!
Great New Needle Felting Felt Kit Wool Needles Foam Pad by Kurtzy TM https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IA12EKU/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_dryQwb3KYJVCX
Thank you for saying they are cute! I enjoyed making all of them.
Here is the Jolteon pattern. This was a ton of fun to make. If/when you make it, don't be scared off by learning to felt like it recommends in the pattern. I put this project away for months because it scared me off, but once I sat down and just did it, it was very, very easy and the results are more refined than just cutting out felt and gluing it on (IMHO).
If you are interested in felting I recommend this starting kit. It's cheap, it has everything you need, and it comes with needles. If you feel the need for a tool to hold the sharp needles, I personally recommend this. Then for every other project you make with crochet, you can finish it off with felting! I've been felting on many of my projects now and I just love the finished look it gives.
This kit has everything you need plus some extra for $25. There are so many different options if you search "wool roving for needle felting"!