Needle felting is easy to learn with the right materials and guidance. The quality of the wool makes a big difference. My kits may look detailed, but the instructions are written for beginners so you can build confidence quickly.

I recommend starting with a beginner-friendly animal or shape that teaches firmness, shape-building, and basic structure. My Duckling, Snowman, and simple Farm Animals are perfect first projects.

Our wool is grown on my North Dakota farm, raised using sustainable rotational grazing, and processed entirely in-house. This allows full control over quality, consistency, and preparation — which means better results and less frustration for you.

Yes. You need a felting cushion or pad to protect your needles and your work surface. I offer both beginner foam options and long-lasting 100% wool felting pads made in the USA.

With supervision, older children and teens can safely use felting needles. They are sharp tools, so adult guidance is required. Mostly, needle felting takes patience, my kits will generally take 2-3 hours to complete.

Yes. I offer batch-dyed wool and natural colors — all prepared specifically for needle felting. Supplies like needles, pads, and tools are also available individually.

You can choose between complete kits or kits without tools. Complete kits include wool, instructions, needles, and a felting cushion. The “no tools” option is available for returning felters who already have needles or a pad.

Yes. I host multi-day retreats and workshops that focus on learning, creativity, and community. These events combine hands-on instruction, meals, connection, and expressive needle felting projects.

Absolutely. Many members join with little to no experience. Lessons are structured to help total beginners build skill, confidence, and understanding at a comfortable pace.

Each kit includes detailed instructions, and Academy members can ask questions, post progress, and get guidance directly from me and the community.

We care for a flock of approximately 350 sheep. Their wool is the foundation for all of our felting kits, wool colors, and educational projects.

We raise Romney crosses, CVM, Corriedale, and other carefully selected wool breeds chosen for their crimp, consistency, and excellent felting behavior.

We shear once a year, right before lambing season. 

Yes. Our wool is raised on our farm and then processed at our own mill in Fort Ransom. This gives us full control over washing, carding, dyeing, and preparation so the wool is the best quality for our customers.

“Pasture-to-product” means we raise the sheep, shear them, process their wool at our mill, dye it in small batches, design the kits, and teach the techniques — all within our own farm and studio system. Every step stays in our hands.

Bear Creek Felting was founded in 2008. Teresa has been needle felting for over 19 years and teaching thousands of makers through kits, courses, classes, and retreats.

Yes. Bear Creek Felting is a woman-owned, pasture-to-product needle felting company dedicated to sustainable wool, thoughtful design, and confident teaching.

We offer seasonal classes and multi-day needle felting retreats that highlight our wool, techniques, and community. While the farm itself is private, our Fort Ransom studio hosts events and showcases our wool and kits.

Yes. You can shop kits, supplies, and wool at our Fort Ransom storefront. Hours vary seasonally, so checking ahead is recommended. 107 East Main, Fort Ransom, ND