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Wet Felting: The Tiny Birdhouse

Mossy

Few things make me happier than discovering a project that takes little preparation, doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, and, upon completion, runs little risk of being thrown away by other family members.  Display it proudly on your mantle, or hand it to a deserving friend.  This is now one of our go-to after-homework projects—after choosing a few colors from our felted sweater bin, my young design team drafts the plan and takes the plunge—I am commonly appointed Ms. Scissoruser, Madame Knot, or Dr. Needlethreader.  Also, this a great girls-night-in project with close friends on a wintry night.  Even those chronically un-crafty friends will be inspired if tiny, thick sweaters are united with a full wine bottle and candlelight.  Most importantly, the quirkier the outcome, the better.

On April 7, 2011

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