Needle felting, for me, is a way to stay connected to the land, the animals,
and the generations who came before me.
Every time I pick up a felting needle and a handful of wool, I’m not just creating art; I’m continuing a story that began generations ago, a story written across the prairies of North Dakota where I grew up.
While I didn’t grow up on the very farm I live on today, I was raised nearby, on a farm surrounded by the wide skies, golden fields, and the steady rhythm of farm life. I come from a long line of people who worked the land and raised animals—my parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents all poured their lives into this way of living. Their deep connection to the land and to their livestock is something I carry with me every day.
The wool I use in my needle felting comes from my own flock of sheep, raised here on the prairie. Each fleece is more than just fiber—it’s a collection of memories and moments. When I work with the wool, I know that I have touched each and every sheep that produced it. I was there to help many of them into the world, cared for them through sickness, and carefully selected breeding lines to improve the quality of their fleece. As I handle the wool, I often find myself smiling at the funny memories—playful lambs bounding through the pasture—and feeling the weight of the sad times too, those moments that inevitably come when you raise animals.
My husband and I are also committed to nurturing the land itself. Beyond caring for the flock, we are working hard to improve the soil, ensuring that this land not only supports the life it holds today but flourishes for future generations. Every step we take is rooted in respect for the cycles of nature and a hope for a sustainable future.
Working with this wool grounds me. It keeps me tethered to the seasons, the land, and the creatures that depend on it. It reminds me that the art I create is not separate from my life but deeply intertwined with it.
This connection isn’t just personal; it’s part of a wider community. Needle felting links me to artists, farmers, and shepherds across North Dakota and beyond—people who understand the value of craftsmanship, sustainability, and tradition. Together, we are weaving something timeless.
I believe deeply in passing this knowledge on. Sharing the art of needle felting is my way of honoring the agricultural roots that shaped me, elevating a humble craft into something extraordinary, and inspiring others to find their own connections to the land, the animals, and the stories that surround them.
I invite you to experience the heart of the farm in every fiber. Whether you’re crafting with wool from my flock or simply exploring the art of needle felting, there’s a deep, timeless connection waiting to be discovered. You can explore my wool, learn more about this craft, and even join me for an in person retreat where we’ll gather around the art, the land, and the stories that shape us. Together, we’ll create something that connects us all to the earth, to our past, and to each other.
Needle Felting Kits
How difficult are your needle felting kits?
Needle Felting Kits:
In order of difficulty:
1. Snowman kit (Beginner)
2. Sheep kits
3. Pumpkin Kit
4. Penguin Kit
5. Bear Kit
6. Hippo Kit (Advanced Beginner)
7. Chicken Kits
8. Turkey Kit
9. Dragon Kit
10. Mouse Kit
11. Bunny Kit
How old does a child need to be to complete your needle felting kits?
You may find this blog post helpful- What is the Best age for a Child to Start Needle Felting?
All of my kits are designed for beginners. You will be able to complete these kits even if you have never even heard of felting before. Beginners can complete any of the kits but I have ordered them in order of difficulty here:
Needle Felting Kits:
In order of difficulty:
1. Snowman kit (Beginner)
2. Sheep kits
3. Pumpkin Kit
4. Penguin Kit
5. Bear Kit
6. Hippo Kit (Advanced Beginner)
7. Chicken Kits
8. Turkey Kit
9. Dragon Kit
10. Mouse Kit
11. Bunny Kit
Do you offer advanced needle felting courses?
Do I need to create an account before making a purchase?
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Do you have kits for the cheetah, lion and buck that you have listed on your Gallery page?
You can learn how to make the more advanced sculptures in the Needle Felting Academy.
You can find the courses that are currently available in the Academy here. I will be adding new courses to the academy continually, if you do not see what you are looking for now there is a good chance it will be available in the future especially if it is a sculpture you found in the gallery. There are more courses available in the academy that are not a specific animal. There are courses teaching different techniques as well.
Do I have to be a member of the Needle Felting Academy before I can purchase a kit?
Needle Felting Kits The regular needle felting kits are designed for beginners and contain everything you need including detailed instructions. Anyone can purchase these kits.
Needle Felting Academy Course kits The Needle Felting Academy Course kits do not include instructions because they are the materials needed for the video courses that you have access to when you are a member of the Academy. You can only purchase these kits if you are a member of the Academy. Annual members to the Academy receive a discount on all kits. All of these kits specifically say they are only for the Academy courses.
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