Oh this video! It’s just so helpful and perfect. This is a true art. I can’t get enough of your videos and can (and do) watch them over and over. Between the content, the music, and your wonderful voice they just transport me to a special place. You are so generous to make such beautiful and informative videos. I can’t thank you enough.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me know. It is always very good to know when the videos are welcomed so positively!
@marshamilstock2221
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Your voice is very calming, which adds so much to this incredible video. Makes one want to venture into the felting art medium.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
I don't think anybody has ever said my voice is calming…but I am so happy it inspires you to start needle felting.
@mariannehenderson5473
2 жыл бұрын
thank you, really opened up for me the world of combining the classic way of making Steiner dolls, combined with needle felting
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome Marianne, I hope you expand your doll making territory.
@lllita
3 жыл бұрын
I would love to have the time to learn this skill! My girls love the crochet and sewn toys I make them. This is definitely my next venture. Love your videos.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful craft, highly recommend!
@mandaS1975
3 жыл бұрын
Please know your information and tutorials are immensely appreciated! I just discovered your videos and website and I would love to be able to make a doll for myself so I am going to start gathering supplies and muster up the courage to begin ☺️ Your work is absolutely gorgeous 🖤
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You can do this! and I firmly believe you won't regret it.
@iancrespo7148
2 жыл бұрын
Wow its just now I discovered this art! I'm so excited to learn this and make my own figures and dress them up
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Oh you are going to love it Ian, doll making is incredibly rewarding! How exciting for you!
@paulameredith4843
Ай бұрын
Going to make one will be my first. Made cloth dolls long ago pillow case dolls. Had no face and no hair. Then made fabrics dolls with yarn hair. These were for my daughter and two nieces. Was a lot of fun. The are grown women with grown children and I have a great grandson and great granddaughter 8 months old. Got my pillow case doll out and refurbished her. Going to give her to my great granddaughter. So now that I have retired from nursing I am now going to start sewing again. Doing a little hand mending and visible mending on sweaters. So wish me luck. Waiting on my kit for the doll.
@Figandme
Ай бұрын
I am very excited for you Paula. I wish you the best of luck!
@leighmorton9589
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You are such an amazing artist and your dolls are some of my most favorite!!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
@inezeide355
3 жыл бұрын
So appreciative of this repost Fabs!! You are the best! Can't wait for our felting class so long awaited...felting is so much fun!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Inez! I know the sound is a bit bad, but I was trying to publish it this week because there is more stuff coming!
@inezeide355
3 жыл бұрын
Didn't notice or care about sound quality...ever video from you is a treasure 🥰
@smiller5603
3 жыл бұрын
Very awesome doll face, so real looking. The tips were great can't wait to try one.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@stealth3764
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your video. I have just started needle felting and this is fantastic to help toward bigger projects when I get better at the art.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me know, I am glad to hear it was helpful to you.
@MaryKlunder-sq9cg
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Your video is very well done, I'm just starting to learn how fun this art of felting can be.
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind comment Mary, wishing you all the fun in the world as you practice and experience needle felting.
@trishs.4326
11 ай бұрын
Great info , thanks 🙏 I’m only new here to this craft
@Figandme
10 ай бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@cielbrown5648
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video and other tips. I’ve watched many of your videos and have found them to be incredibly helpful. I am so touched by your generosity in sharing your knowledge and hard earned experience to enable others to learn from you with ease about doll making process. Fabs, you are truly fabulous.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
It took me many years to acquire the knowledge and then the courage to share it, being self-taught I thought maybe I didn't know well enough to teach.
@shelleyvonletkemann6659
2 жыл бұрын
Very many thanks for sharing your knowledge . I supported you through Patreon . Due to financial troubles I'm taking a temp break . I didn't get a chance to view the info you offer on your Patreon . So I especially appreciate the part of it you share here .
@gulhatunsahin1145
5 ай бұрын
@@Figandme😊❤❤❤❤
@genevievelamontagne7786
Жыл бұрын
thank you so much to share your time and passion, i dream about a long time, to learn how make theses dolls. if you can teach me, i will very happy and my daughter too.
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
You can buy this pattern, that introduces you to needle felting doll faces. Look for the Big Fig pattern in my etsy store (figandme.etsy.com) or you can take my needle felting online class, which will open doors again in January, you can find information about that class here: www.figandme.com/needle-felting-online-class-young-child
@helenevallee6ix
3 жыл бұрын
This is very helpful and also inspirational! Thank you for sharing.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Helene, I hope this makes it easier or less daunting to try needle felting.
@isabelmonteiro7602
Жыл бұрын
Thanks you so much to share your passion with all of us.
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@Jadisek
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful dolls and very valuable video. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! ❤
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, glad to hear it was valuable to you.
@ИринаМалышкина-щ1э
7 ай бұрын
Золотые ручки. Благодарю.❤
@Figandme
7 ай бұрын
Спасибо
@cathytarapacz
3 жыл бұрын
I have never felted before so I am excited to try, thanku for your tips
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Oh Cathy! you are in for a world of fun. There are literally hundreds of videos here on KZitem on how to learn needle felting. It might be just a little different than for the kinds of dolls I make, but all learning is good fun! Enjoy.
@MsArasar
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your video, I am also a beginner puppeteer, thank you for sharing your invaluable experience :)
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@Lani-Grace
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and you are excellent I like that you practice excellence have a wonderful day
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Delana, I do try!
@maruwa1248
3 жыл бұрын
Muchas Gracias por compartir tu arte, soy mexicana del D.F. y vivo en Colorado, con este clima y la pandemia este proyecto sera maravilloso, tengo dos hijos increibles pero muero por hacer cosas para nina y ahora teengo una nueva sobrina, asi que estoy lista, saludos
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Gracias Mar, espero que te ayuden mucho en tus nuevas aventuras!
@apolloniasalerno3631
2 жыл бұрын
Sono contenta di aver trovato finalmente un video di questo genere solo se si potrebbe tradurre in italiano , mi piacerebbe molto! Grazie!
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
I'm sorry I cannot provide translations, I lack the time to do that.
@elnazmiabinezhad5014
3 жыл бұрын
Wish you luck and patience in making longer videos! I would love to see more 😍
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Elnaz, I am preparing this other one and I hope it's a good one!
@nnanaprudencesedabadi1863
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing, I hope to learn the art of making dolls
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@thelauncestonneedlefelter9037
3 жыл бұрын
Lovely. I have been needle for nearly four years
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
It's like magic! I love it and can't get enough of it.
@moonspiritartbycindyhill1084
3 жыл бұрын
@@Figandme I started , when I saw my friend’s artwork in 3D needle felt.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
@@moonspiritartbycindyhill1084 So glad to hear that, it is a beatiful way to build fiber work.
@lisabradford1452
5 ай бұрын
Thank you for this helpful video I l appreciate it. 😊
@Figandme
5 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@randithomson9054
3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful tips! Thanks, Fabs 💗!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them Randi!
@leilamedeiros756
Жыл бұрын
Beatiful
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@tekamuna100
2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for sharing your talent!
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome!
@sallyallen1905
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@patriziamartinelli8351
3 жыл бұрын
grazie Fabs, come sempre i tuoi consigli sono preziosi
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome Patrizia, I am glad you like it.
@rosemaryrolfe5050
3 жыл бұрын
absulutely fabulous thank you .so inspiring Fabs
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Rosemary, enjoy!
@lesleygray1343
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! For your tips. 💕
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
You are so very welcome!
@nicolemastop3954
3 жыл бұрын
ThanI you for the inspiration Fabs !!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Nicole!
@alarttex
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Fab!!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@alessandralavierideabreu235
3 жыл бұрын
I love your videos! thank you for doing that!!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@livelovelaugh6923
2 жыл бұрын
Спасибо большое...вы вдохновляете...
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Спасибо за ваши добрые слова.
@deannak1841
Жыл бұрын
I love needle felting, but it's so expensive to get started n keep going. How much did it take to get started with a business
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
Well, when I started my business was 15 years ago and I started as a doll maker, not a needle felter. I guess it depends.
@lyndiss.2017
2 жыл бұрын
Um, I have a question if you'd have me! I noticed that sometimes you use tubular gauze, and sometimes you don't. May I ask what's the use of using a gauze? When should I use it, and when should I not? Thanks in advance! This question has been puzzling me for a while now, heh heh!
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
I only use it when I teach, I don't personally use it on my dolls anymore. The reason for using the stockinette/gauze is for people who have less experience needle felting an entire head from the get go, and also because having the gauze with wool coming from the head helps you build a strong spine and a neck for your doll.
@braduptonjazz
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very helpful😉
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome 😊
@fatmaergul3835
3 жыл бұрын
Turkey ben fatma harika çokgüzel yapıyorsun kutlarım seni ünvan alman gerek. Çok başarılısın . Heykel tıraş yapmış olmalısınki bukadar başarılısın . Kimse senin kadar düzgün yapamaz .keşke seningibi bebekler yapabilsemde torunumu sevindirsem. Hayatçok uzun saglıklı mutlu ol çokzengin ol inşaallah bebek satışlarında amin
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Nezaketin için çok teşekkür ederim
@devanandaom9697
3 жыл бұрын
Can you put a video for make needle felting doll body
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
I have put an entire series on this on Patreon. You can check out all those tutorials in this index. www.figandme.com/patreon-tutorials
@maruwa1248
3 жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@annj3150
2 жыл бұрын
It is nice
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kitajuno974
3 жыл бұрын
Do you have a video on adding the fabric? That is the part that turns out badly, either there are wrinkles in the neck or the seam on top of the head looks like a frankenstein creation.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
I do, you can find it in the Hansel and Gretel series on covering the head. The more needle felting and sculpting you do, the more patient you are going to have to be in draping the fabric and making sure everything looks ok. The wrinkles at the neck are a result of not stretching the fabric tightly and securing it with strong stitches over the spine…so it rides up and makes all those wrinkles. That or too thin a neck that creates too much distortion in the proportions in size of head versus neck.
@nurturewithartnature619
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. Love your videos. I had a question, why do you needle felt after wrapping the head (ball batting) in the sock mesh? Wouldn’t you just needle felt the face on the wool ball and then wrap it up? Thanks again
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
There can be several reasons. If you don't have the experiece to needle felt a skull and create harmonious face proportions, forming the head in stockinette first can help guide you. Second reason can be that pre-shaping the head like that allows you to create a sturdy neck with all the wool that hangs, that you can later sculpt to form said neck and a spine that will the doll a lot of stability. It is very hard to construct a neck that will support the heavy compacted wool from the head, just using needle felting techniques. Most often you end up with a doll that after a year or so has either a wobbly head or a head that tilts because the neck can no longer support the head. I never needle felt a doll's face and then add stockinette over. A lot of dollmakers do that because they feel it helps them achieve a smoother results with the extra layer of fabric on top (or maybe prevent wool migrating through the skin) but I much rather needle felt everything to a marble-like texture, because otherwise I would have to sculpt with thread twice. Needle felt the face, cover in stockinette, sculpt all the features with thread to sink in the stockinette and then cover in skin fabric and sculpt again.
@nurturewithartnature619
3 жыл бұрын
@@Figandme thank you so much for the explanation
@LJ-qi6hy
3 жыл бұрын
Sorry if you have mentioned this but what is the netting you are using ?( 4 mins 15 ) thankyou
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
you can find a list of all the materials I use on a post in my blog. www.figandme.com/blog/doll-making-materials-for-natural-fiber-art-dolls
@paulameredith4843
Ай бұрын
Why do you felt the doll and then cover it with the fabric
@Figandme
Ай бұрын
well, cause that's how we make these dolls. Others are made of ceramic and painted, etc. You can try to make an all sculpted in wool doll with no skin cover, but then it wouldn't be a playable doll since moving it around and playing constantly with it will lift the wool again.
@paulameredith4843
Ай бұрын
@@Figandme no I want pone of these they are beautiful and after watching again I see that is how you form the chin and nose and cheeks etc.
@As-so5ks
3 жыл бұрын
❤🍬
@ЕленаЧерноголова-ы3м
2 жыл бұрын
Класс !!!
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
У меня есть онлайн-класс. Вы можете найти это здесь: www.figandme.com/needle-felting-online-class-young-child
@As-so5ks
3 жыл бұрын
💔
@adamariascafidi5496
3 жыл бұрын
😁👌👌👌👌👌👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@annakaserpa1796
3 жыл бұрын
I am just venturing into the doll felting world and you inspire me to move forward and be bravely adventurous;)
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
I think it is the mark of an engaged mind, that we are always tinkering about. Sometimes that is through learning how to make different styles of doll hair, other times is clothing or knitting stitches. One of the many reasons I love dollmaking is that it encourages so much curiosity and that you learn through being creative. Enjoy!
@annegallacher4992
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing your techniques and inspiring me to continue to develop my doll making journey.
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome Anne. Thank you for watching!
@gulhatunsahin1145
5 ай бұрын
Videolarınızla çok şey öğrendim ,çok teşekkür ederim ❤😊
@Figandme
5 ай бұрын
thank you for letting me know.
@vivianalarraguibel6878
Жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias. Soy una nueva aprendiz. . Desde Mexico te saludo. Soy tu admiradora
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias Viviana!
@michellejackson8877
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much and your voice is so magical!!!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Michelle, such a kind thing to say!
@Najdivadoll
2 жыл бұрын
How do I find your Paetron account? I would love to subscribe and continue learn how to make a Waldorf doll.
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Usually I place important links in the video description, but please let me explain you won't learn how to make a Waldorf doll by joining my Patreon channel. I do not teach how to make an entire doll there. You will be best served by purchasing one of my dollmaking e-books and if you are really interested after that, you can join one of my online classes (I recommend the Little Fig doll pattern to begin with). Patreon would be helpful to you once you have made a few dolls and would like to expand your knowledge and techniques, but you won't learn to make a full doll by joining Patreon. Here are some links for you: figandme.etsy.com (for dollmaking ebooks) Patreon www.patreon.com/figandme Classes www.figandme.com/workshops
@simonettabenemeglio6788
5 ай бұрын
hai misurato la testa ma non ci hai detto di quanti cm deve essere:ce lo puoi dire per favorfe?
@Figandme
5 ай бұрын
No, I can't, because I am not teaching you how to make this exact head. I am giving you tips for when you decide to tackle needle felting on your dolls. If you want explicit instructions, with measurements, amounts, materials, and a step by step process you can purchase any of my doll patterns or one of my online classes. For the video classes visit this link: dollmakingacademy.thinkific.com/ and for the patterns this one: www.etsy.com/shop/figandme/
@marialiebl9051
2 жыл бұрын
Danke für die Tipps bleibt Gesund liebe Grüße Maria
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Vielen Dank, dass Sie einen Kommentar hinterlassen und meine Videos angesehen haben. Gut sein.
@dianebarker9076
2 жыл бұрын
thank you nowhere near that yet but food for thought.
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
You can do it!
@tifany2684
2 жыл бұрын
No entendí ninguna wea
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that.
@genetmelesse7569
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your video and important information. I can’t see you enough. It is a big challenge and patience you need to do natural doll from scratch. But with your help, I hope I will get there. God bless you. No wonder they say, what do you do if you were in his or her shoes. Never underestimate.
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
You can do it! Best of luck in your doll making.
@luziabitencourtdeathayde3420
Жыл бұрын
❤
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
🙏
@angelm8557
2 жыл бұрын
that is real wool?
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
Yes of course, I buy it directly from a woollen mill here in Canada.
@franziskaschubert393
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is so helpful for me as a beginner. Thank you for sharing your tips and tricks. On Patreon do you also give an insight into how you attach the arms and legs? Loads of Love
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
There are many tutorials and tips and tricks on Patreon. You can read the index here: www.figandme.com/patreon-tutorials
@corazondemelon7308
Жыл бұрын
Thank you❤
@Figandme
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome 😊
@kaichishyr4141
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@mandygreen9915
2 жыл бұрын
Can I ask what fabric you use to cover the face after you have needle felted the face please
@Figandme
2 жыл бұрын
You can read about that here: www.figandme.com/blog/guide-doll-skin-fabric-waldorf-dollmaking
@hmajesty4860
3 жыл бұрын
You are the best teacher one could dream of!! My thanks to you!!
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😃
@griselquesada3227
3 жыл бұрын
Hi How can I purchase a class thank you love your work
@Figandme
3 жыл бұрын
You can check my classes here: www.figandme.com/workshops
Пікірлер: 157