Warm Fuzzies has a broad appeal to knitters who are looking for alternative and less time-consuming needle-art projects as well as to DIY fans of recycled clothing. The majority of the book's projects use felt that is made from old sweaters and other garments. The reader will learn how to select the best knitted wool for felting, the best way to full (felt) it, and how to combine this process with a wide variety of other techniques, including appliqué, knitted I-cord, basic embroidery, needle felting, pre-felting manipulation and more. All of the 30 step-by-step projects are cute and colorful, from cupcake pincushions to little monkey hand puppets and a comfy throw with a bird motif. Needle-crafters, knitters and soft crafters of all tastes and skill levels will love the accessibility and fresh ideas in Warm Fuzzies.About the Author 'Betz White has been designing apparel and accessories for over two decades, and retailers around the world carry her popular line of recycled, felted wool items. In addition to selling her work, Betz teaches workshops at the Textile Art Center in Minneapolis, and maintains a popular blog about "felted wool, artfully stitched." She recently received the Style Bakery's 2006 "On the Rise" Reader's Choice Award for best emerging gift designer. Learn more about Betz and her work at www.betzwhite.com.
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