How to Make an Adorable Little Devil Snake Needle Felting Doll
This little devil snake needle felting doll is just too cute! Needle felting is a delightful craft that transforms fluffy wool into various shapes through a simple yet magical process. As a needle felting enthusiast, I’m excited to share a detailed tutorial to help you create this charming piece.
Are you also charmed by this chubby, winged, and horned little devil snake doll in the photo? If so, you’re in for a treat! Even if you’re new to needle felting, you can definitely create your own adorable piece by following our step-by-step guide.
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Materials Needed
Wool Roving:
• Green wool: For the snake’s body, head, and tail.
• Red wool: For the snake’s horns and mouth.
• Black wool: For the snake’s wings.
• White wool (optional): For the stripes on the snake’s belly.
• Pink wool (optional): For the blush on the snake’s cheeks.
You can choose wool colors based on your preferences, such as blue or yellow for the body.
Needle Felting Needles:
• Coarse needle (36# or 38#): For quick shaping and handling larger wool areas.
• Fine needle (40# or higher): For detailing and smoothing the surface.
Beginners are recommended to purchase a set with different needle sizes.
Felting Mat:
• To protect your work surface and provide cushioning during stabbing, preventing needle breakage.
Can be made of foam or felt.
Black Beads or Glass Eyes:
• For the snake’s eyes.
You can also use black wool to felt the eyes.
Other Tools (Optional):
• Scissors: For trimming wool.
• Glue gun or glue: For attaching small parts like eyes (if using beads).
• Thimble: To protect your fingers from needle pricks (recommended for beginners).
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Make the Snake’s Body
• Take a piece of green wool roving and loosely roll it into an oval shape for the snake’s body.
• Place the wool on the felting mat and start stabbing it with the coarse needle.
• Stab evenly in all directions to interlock the wool fibers.
• As you stab, the wool will gradually become denser, smaller, and form a cylindrical shape.
• Continue stabbing and adjusting the shape until the body is plump and oval-cylindrical.
• Stab until the wool body is firm and has some elasticity when squeezed.
Step 2: Make the Snake’s Head
• Take a piece of green wool roving and loosely roll it into a ball shape for the snake’s head.
• Start stabbing the wool ball with the coarse needle, using the same method as for the body.
• Gradually shape the wool ball into a round, plump shape.
• The head should be slightly smaller than the body.
• Stab until the head is firm.
Step 3: Make the Snake’s Horns
• Take a small amount of red wool roving and roll it into a thin, teardrop shape for the horns.
• Make two identical horns.
• Start stabbing from the thicker end of the teardrop shape, gradually tapering towards the tip.
• Shape the horns into sturdy cones.
Step 4: Make the Snake’s Wings
• Take a piece of black wool roving and spread it out, roughly shaping it into the form of wings. (You can refer to the wing shapes in the photo.)
• Make two identical wings.
• Use the coarse needle to stab along the edges and inside the wings to fix their shape.
• The wings don’t need to be very dense; keeping some fluffiness will make them look lighter.
Step 5: Add Other Details
White Belly Stripes (Optional):
• Take a small amount of white wool roving and felt it into thin strips.
• Gently stab the white strips onto the front middle part of the snake’s body with a fine needle.
Pink Blush (Optional):
• Take a tiny amount of pink wool roving and felt it onto the sides of the snake’s head as blush.
• Use a fine needle to gently blend the edges of the blush for a natural look.
Red Mouth:
• Take a small amount of red wool roving and felt it into a tiny triangle or square for the mouth.
• Attach the mouth to the appropriate position on the snake’s head.
Step 6: Assemble the Doll
Attach the Head to the Body:
• Place the snake’s head on top of the body and adjust the position.
• Use the coarse needle to stab along the connection between the head and body to secure them together.
• Stab from multiple angles to ensure a strong connection.
Install the Horns:
• Place the two horns on the appropriate positions on the snake’s head.
• Use a fine needle to stab the base of the horns into the head to fix them in place.
Install the Wings:
• Place the two wings on either side of the snake’s back.
• Use a fine needle to stab the upper edge of the wings onto the body to secure them.
Install the Eyes:
• Use a glue gun or glue to attach the black beads or glass eyes to the appropriate positions on the snake’s head.
• If you don’t have beads, you can felt the eyes with black wool and shape them with a fine needle.
Step 7: Final Adjustments and Refinements
• Check the overall shape of the doll and see if there are any areas that need adjustment.
• Use a fine needle to smooth out the surface of the doll for a more refined look.
• Trim any excess wool from the surface with scissors to make the piece more polished.
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Congratulations!
Your adorable little devil snake needle felting doll is complete! Take a moment to admire your creation. Isn’t it just lovely?
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Tips:
• Needle felting requires patience and attention to detail. Enjoy the process at your own pace.
• Beginners can start with simple shapes like circles and ovals to practice.
• Be mindful of safety while stabbing to avoid pricking your fingers. A thimble can help protect your fingers.
• The amount of wool and the stabbing pressure will affect the final outcome. Adjust according to your preferences.
• Feel free to experiment with different wool colors or add more details to make your needle felting piece unique.
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I hope this detailed tutorial helps you successfully create your own adorable little devil snake needle felting doll. Needle felting is a fun and magical craft—give it a try and experience the wonder of transforming wool into delightful shapes! If you have any questions during the process, feel free to ask.