So, the last 4 months have been filled with a variety of emotion.  A lot of difficult days.  My felting has given me much relief.  Today i have updated my gallery with some of the work i have done. I have also update my shop pages on The British Craft House and Etsy (Links in shop page)

With events now staring to occur, i am pleased to be able to attend a number of events during September; Hatton Country World and Coombe Abbey.

In the coming weeks / months i will be looking to book into some events around Christmas.

Here is a picture of one of my projects that im working on, a giant hare.  The size of this will be almost 1m.  The largest pieces of work to date.  Its going to take a while to complete!

Today I have launched my mental health and well-being page on my website. Mental Health is something I am really passionate about having had severe depression and anxiety; still batting through!

Crafting is a great outlet to improve mental health and well-being ticking 4 out of 5 of the NHS 5 steps to mental well-being.

In conjunction with this I am aiming to post a ‘positive quote of the day’ on a daily basis on twitter to bring some positive vibes to your day!

To follow me on twitter: @OwenFelts

Have a great day. X

Today was my first craft fair of the year. Run by Ultimate Girls Night Out. Had a lovely vintage feel to it with great singing throughout. Here are a few pictures.

Next fair is a Mother’s Day special, also run by Ultimate Girls Night Out, based at the Arden Hotel in Bickenhill. See my events page for more details.

Lots of new items added today from pictures to animals, coasters and vases.

https://thebritishcrafthouse.co.uk/shop/charlotte-owen-felts/

This week marked my first workshop. A group of eight lovely ladies completed their very own needle felted blue tit. It was a lovely evening.

Sneak preview of the newest item to be listed in my shop and coming to shows……

A felted cushion cover (cushion included). Made using the wet felting process. The top layer is a palette of multicoloured wools and silks. Goes with everything!!

Today I have found out my application to join The British Craft House has been accepted. Excited to sell my products on a new platform.

The Great British Craft House sells “the Best of British Crafts that are made by artisan, independent designers. To promote The British Craft House to the wider community, so that the discerning shoppers and talented makers are united.  To provide an environment where sellers can help and support each other, especially on social media and shoppers can find the most thoughtful, unique, high-quality products”

https://thebritishcrafthouse.co.uk/shop/charlotte-owen-felts/

Today I have completed my felt rabbit. Next needle felting challenge is making one 3 times the size. Tail to head will be just under 1 meter 😊

This week I have been experimenting with resists…. multiple resists. I’ve always wanted to make a seed / pod inspired by nature. I started with marking a 6 sided resist, adding wool via a book format. Once it was opened out I was able to add shape to the side. When dry I added wool locks to look like moss and mud. Quite pleased with the end result.

Coasters, pots and pictures.

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CharlotteOwenFelts

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A new picture in the works. Trees on the background of a sunset. At the moment I’m needle felting the wool in place. Next I shall wet felt the wool to complete the picture.

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Latest wet felted picture. Once the base layer was pre felted I added a second layer of cut pre felts to make the design. #wetfelting #wetfelt #wetfelted #wetfeltart #wetfeltmaking #felting #feltcraft #feltingwork #feltingart #art #artwork #fibreartnow #artists #fibreart #fibreartist #fibreartists

Today launches my new product; make your own needle felted blue tit. The pack contains everything you need including wire feet and glue in eyes.

But from my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CharlotteOwenFelts

Next wet felted picture. Finished with beads.

Got round to finishing my latest landscape picture. Some finer details added with needle felted, then finished off with adding some beads.

Spent part of today creating a new landscape picture. Different wool fibres, silks and nepps added them wet felted. Once it’s dry the colours will brighten out and I’ll add some more details. Here is a before and after picture of the wet felting process.

So, I have been busy creating a new product which I will be releasing in the new year!

A make it yourself blue tit kit containing everything you need to make your own.

Just finishing the final details.

So, today was the final Christmas fair of the year. Met some lovely people – stall holders and members of the public.

Now to start planning for 2020!

Another Christmas Fair completed today at Q3 Academy Langley. Great time meeting lots of lovely people.

So, I have finished my latest picture. Love how some of the silks shine when the light catches them.

A new wet felted picture is underway. Lots of texture added with various silks, different wools and Nepps. Look forward to seeing the finished result!

Great day today at the first Christmas Fayre of the season. Lots of lovely people visiting my store. Bring on the next one!

Today has been a busy day finally updating my website.  I have added pages on the felting process and different types of fibre that can be felted with.

I have also updated the events page!  I am displaying my products at St Mary’s Church Hall, Hobs Moat, Solihull, B92 8PN on the 30th November. This is through a company Ultimate Girls Night Out, Vintage Christmas Fayre.  1pm – 4pm

Hope to see you there!

More wet felted pictures have been added.

Free delivery on all items

www.etsy.com/uk/shop/CharlotteOwenFelts

Attending the Creative Craft Show at the NEC Birmingham this weekend. Looking forward to stock up on some supplies and finding some inspiration.

This is Mental Health Awareness Week. 1 in 4 people will suffer with a mental health problem at some point in their life.

Doing something crafty is a great way to improve your mood and mental health.   It’s works wonders in reducing anxiety, and helps to turn negative thoughts into something positive. You can get a sense of pride in something you achieve in making too 😊

C xx