Posted on January 29, 2010.
Wet Felting: A great job Felt can be made by a process known as "wet felting. To complete this process, layers of wool fibers of different colors and superimposed. The wool fiber has hooks on it and the intention is to rub the fibers together so that the locking hooks and intertwined - the result is a continuous piece of wool felt.
The fibers are permanently locked by friction and agitation of the wool fibers together and using water as a lubricant. Hence the name wet felting.
Wet felting is used for the manufacture of handicrafts such as scarves and pieces of material that can be sewn into your desired project.
Dry felting or needle felting is another way to feel. The process of felting is dry to take pieces of wool and the wool needle with a marker. The felt has barbs on it and these barbs locking hooks into the wool fibers and create felt. With this process, you can free the design, shape and create items such as puppets and plush toys. This job is ideal for children that you can use the animals you've made a central theme in a story and create a story for children.
Felt is an excellent product that is safe, universal and can be cut, glued, shaped and added to many projects.
There are several types of felt. The type depends on what material is used for making felt.
Foss Felt is manufactured in America. Foss Felt 100% polyester and comes in five types:
- Glitter Craft Felt: It is similar to the classic felt, but he has forged parts flakes through it.
- Classic Craft Felt: There is a felt smooth.
- Stuffed Felt Craft: He has a long nap and is used for making toys.
- Sticky Felt Craft: This type of adhesive backed felt.
- Shaggy Felt Craft: It has the longest nap and ideal for teddy bears.
It is also felt wool is made of wool and viscose is often in it. This wool is very soft to the touch and is ideal if you make items that are close to the skin.
Another type of felt is felt Wonder. This hat is a multi-purpose economic fabric that can be used for the manufacture of various types of projects. It is used for wall hangings art, wadding, backing cushion chair and home decor. Wonder felt lining also makes a perfect storage box to protect your delicate items.
