by Teresa Perleberg | Mar 6, 2020 |
If you believe social media feeds, everyone else’s projects are perfect! Perfect colors, perfect shapes, even perfect lighting. But seriously, how often do your projects go precisely according to plan? I know my projects sometimes finish a bit differently than I...
by Teresa Perleberg | Feb 21, 2020 |
Ever feel like your memory isn’t what it used to be? Do you believe you’re not retaining information as you once did? It seems that many people have accepted a decline in memory as we age, yet there are things we can do about it – including needle felting!...
by Teresa Perleberg | Feb 14, 2020 |
I remember the feeling of being the “new kid” in a group – everyone seems to know what’s going on except me! Ever “felt” that way? Puns aside, it can be intimidating to come into a new group and feel like you’re on the outside just because you don’t know the...
by Teresa Perleberg | Feb 7, 2020 |
As needle felters, we belong to a community of crafters and hobbyists who are in the habit of creating. We create beautiful creations, focusing on getting all the little details perfect. Create: 1) to cause to come into being, as something unique that would not...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jan 31, 2020 |
The downside of becoming addicted to needle felting is that you end up with dozens of fabulous creations that you don’t want to part with! Oh sure, we make our art for friends and family, but let’s be honest, do you keep more than you give or even sell? I...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jan 24, 2020 |
No matter what we do in life, we can always improve! I also believe that anything worth our time is worth doing to the best of our abilities – after all, time is precious! So if you’re looking to push yourself this year, consider setting new goals for yourself...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jan 17, 2020 |
The start of each new year stirs conversations around how we will become “better” in some way during the coming year. Perhaps you’ll stop smoking, join a gym, clean out the basement, or vow to remember birthdays with a handwritten note. These are all worthy pursuits,...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jan 10, 2020 |
Anyone else feel like there is SO much pressure around creating new year resolutions? While I may not be the bandwagon type, I do believe in stretching ourselves to become the best we can be – and that is a year-round commitment. Ever since moving to our farm...
by Teresa Perleberg | Jan 3, 2020 |
Fresh from the holidays, we might all feel as though we need a vacation from our vacation! Endless to-do lists, family get-togethers, school obligations, and office parties can leave us feeling as though our calendar is controlling us instead of the other way around....
by Teresa Perleberg | Dec 27, 2019 |
If you’re new to needle felting the hobby that shapes beautifully spun wool into intricate creatures with character, you might have bumped into a few myths that need debunking. Have no fear; I’m here to clear up the confusion and get you started on the...
