I felt badly
No really. That's not bad grammar up there, I really don't felt well, but I sure have fun trying.
My mom got me a fantastic needle felting book, about a year ago and I read every word of it but hadn't actually tried my hand at it. This is not uncommon for me. I generally take time to absorb a certain amount of technique before diving in.
When I saw that the Mendocino Yarn Shop had some needle felting supplies, I decided it was time.
So, while watching a bit of TV, on a lazy Saturday, I began stabbing the bejeebus out of some of my Almost Solid Series fiber sampler pack.
Stabby stabby stabby stabby.
I find it equal parts tedious and fun. On the one hand, I don't really like having to constantly watch what I'm doing, and the little multi-needle tool makes a little clacking noise when you use it, which is not loud, but it's noticeable. On the other hand, it's pretty amazing seeing and feeling the transformation of fiber from soft and floofy to dense and matted. And once in a zone, it can be really addicting.
I figured I'd make a little case or cozy of some sort. At this point, I was more driven by process than product. When I'd had about enough of stabbing, I started trimming off edges.
But how to finish it? Well, duh, this is roving after all. How about I spin myself some matching yarn with which to seam the piece?
I didn't need much. In a few minutes I had enough length for a 2-ply yarn with plenty to spare.
After some more snipping and embellishing, I had a funky looking case for my sunglasses.
And I even added a button from a collection of vintage beauties, my friend Ruinwen sent me.
I think this is a really fun way to use up scraps of roving and fiber I have lying around. I'll definitely be doing more.