Ginger Kitten with Flowers Wool Painting Needle Felting Kit by Charivna Mit V-39C

Paint Ginger Kitten with Flowers in wool with this wool painting kit by Charivna Mit: a fluffy long-haired ginger kitten sitting among pink and violet flowers.

Felters say long-haired cats are the most rewarding to paint in wool, because the fibers fall naturally into fur and the picture almost paints itself.

Why this kit: wool painting needs no drawing skills: the color pattern shows where each shade goes, so you lay thin wisps of wool like brushstrokes and the picture comes together in soft layers. 13 shades of wool give it real depth, so it is a relaxing project for a few evenings rather than an afternoon.

Kit includes: a felt base, 13 colors of Corriedale wool, 5 colors of cotton embroidery floss, 2 felting needles, a color pattern and an instruction chart. Made in Ukraine. Not included: a picture frame, a foam felting pad and small scissors.

How to felt it: start with the background, laying thin, even layers of wool over the base and felting them flat with light, straight jabs. Then add the middle ground, and finish with the raised details, rolling small tufts into fur, feathers and features before felting them in place. Finally, stitch the fine lines with the floss. Keep the needle upright so it does not snap, and store it safely after use.

Finished size: about 17×26 cm (6.7×10.2 in), frame not included. Hang it in a living room, bedroom or hallway, or frame it as a homemade gift for pet lovers, moms and friends. Recommended for ages 14 and up; the felting needles are very sharp, so keep them away from young children.