I have just made a group of felted pods or vessels, this is my first exploration into the world of making vessels and I am really happy with them, it’s becoming quite addictive. I started off with a plastic template, I felted around it, then cut a small opening and whilst it was still wet I shaped it into a pod.
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Needless to say as I am also a lover of embellishments and bling I wasn’t happy with the basic shape and went on to add embroidery, bead work and even dabbled with pre digitised embroidery, as the pods developed I could see how they all linked to my love of under water themes
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The first two pods are on white merino felt with merino and silk details, and some beading
Then I went for stronger colours to make this little coral pod
For my next pod I wanted to play with the idea of handles and a hand embroidered tree
After making these pods I started to get brave and decided to try a larger size, I added a loop at the top for hanging it
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And of course then I wanted to pull in some other skills I’ve acquired over time, namely machine embroidery, so after one restless night I woke up with a plan to make this little pod to celebrate spring
My next challenge will be to make a large pod, egg shaped with more decoration, I want to celebrate the Spring Equinox, I have dyed silks and wool fibres – I’ll show you those on my next blog and by then I will have formulated my thoughts for a larger pod project
Carole I love these pods what a creative little soul you are. I do hope you are selling your beautiful works of art, you certainly deserve to.
Loadsa Luv
Valery xxx
craftywoman posted: “I have just made a group of felted pods or vessels, this is my first exploration into the world of making vessels and I am really happy with them, it’s becoming quite addictive. I started off with a plastic template, I felted around it, then cut a small o”
I’m so want to sell but I am a bit unfocused on that part of of my life, but I can’t keep stuff because there will be no room for me in the house soon ๐
thank you Valery, you do know you have helped me to move along this road ๐
Love seeing the start of big ideas.. look forward to the spring equinox update ๐
I’m excited about making a larger Pod, and in synch with the seasons ๐
Ros you are such a great inspirer and supporter, thank you
The finished pods are beautiful Carole, the embroidery and beading really lift them a whole new level.
thank you Teri, I love adding embellishments to my felt work