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Part of our Felting a face series, we are looking at making ears

Basic Steps to Create Ears 

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Needle felting eyes is one of those magical steps that can bring your creation to life—whether you're aiming for whimsical charm or realistic depth. Here’s a structured guide to help you craft expressive eyes from wool alone:

Creating felted lips that look expressive and natural takes a mix of sculpting finesse and wool layering. Here are some tips to help you shape lips with realism and charm:

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Creating an open mouth in needle felting is a fantastic way to add expression and realism, especially for animals or character sculptures. Here are 5 steps to get you started;