Gretelparker
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I am a professional artist and designer living in a little cream cottage in rural Shropshire, England. Previously a children's illustrator, I became a full time needle felt artist in 2008 when I also opened my Etsy shop. I've sold my work to collectors all over the world and expanded into selling my own kits and high quality supplies. I believe that supplies should be presented beautifully, to enhance the creative experience.
I am now selling all of my creative work in this shop, so if you are looking for quirky, affordable art and cards, please browse the shop sections.
If you like my needle felt designs, you will love my book 'Little Needle Felt Animals, published in the UK by Harper Collins and in the USA by Harper books - you will find it on Amazon and in most major book stores.
I have written over 60 patterns to date and have been featured in many well known craft magazines, including 'Mollie Makes' where my work has been the cover project on three issues. To read more about me and to check for UK needle felt workshops please visit my website
www.gretelparker.com
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juneakroyd1 on 24 Jan, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI've not used this yet, I've purchased two colours & can't wait to create something. So impressed with the quality, so soft & a wonderful colour. I'm sure I will be purchasing again.
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Jo on 17 Jan, 2023
5 out of 5 starsPerfect product, lovely packaging and super fast service. Thank you.
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Maryanne on 24 Dec, 2022
5 out of 5 starsLovely and soft, beautiful colour and just what I needed. Fast delivery too, thank you 😊
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Teresa on 18 Nov, 2022
5 out of 5 starsThis colour is a rich, grass-green and incorporates well into my forest felting projects. I love this line of Merino wools—all the colours are attractive.
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mumBowring on 01 Oct, 2022
5 out of 5 starsGreat to find a shop that has fine needles. So many shops seem to sell mixed sizes which can be costly and not required so its great to get exactly the item required. Quick and reliable postage. Would definitely use again.
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Teresa on 02 Sep, 2022
5 out of 5 starsI use this brand of long staple Merino wool for needle felting and it felts beautifully. The colour “Herb” is a soft green and brings to mind the colours of marjoram and thyme. The other colours in this line are lovely too.
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MaryJane on 31 Jan, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBought as a gift so I haven’t used the kit but it is beautifully presented and the instructions look very clear. Thank you so much, Gretel
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juneakroyd1 on 24 Jan, 2023
5 out of 5 starsAlthough I've not used the wool yet, I'm so looking forward to. It feels such gorgeous quality & a lovely rich colour. Exceeds expectations & I'm sure I will purchase more.
About Gretelparker
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A recent commision for a clown dog, a larger version of my smal doglet design, 4 inches tall. £80/$125 plus shipping. -
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Bodkin bunny - the very first needle felted thing I ever made and given as a birthday present. -
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Any colour ballerina hare made to order, 5-6 inches tall, £160/$250 plus shipping. -
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My little cream cottage, in Shropshire.
Professional needle felter
I originally trained as an illustrator and for many years saw myself as an artist, but in 2008 I picked up a felting needle, made my first little rabbit toy and have not stopped felting since. My toys go to live all over the globe. They have even been featured in children's books, which mix my toy characters with my illustrations - just web search 'Mrs Mouse's Cupcakes' to find online sellers. Now I am concentrating on passing on what I've learned through workshops, kits and my first book. I am a regular contributor to the popular crafting magazines 'Craftseller' and 'Mollie Makes' and to their own range of books 'Mollie Makes Christmas' 'Mollie Makes Feathered Friends' and 'Mollie Makes Weddings'.
Spring 2014 saw the publication of my first needle felting book, containing 30 patterns, ranging from very easy to more advanced. It's published by Harper Collins and is available both in the UK and the USA. You can find it listed on Amazon, under the title 'Little Needle- Felt Animals' by Gretel Parker isbn 0062300814.
My prices reflect the many hours and days work put into the pieces, the absolute care I invest in everything I create, as well as reflecting my growing reputation as an professional artist and craftswoman.
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Gretel Parker
Owner, Creator, Designer
I live in a small cottage in rural Shropshire, England. I work as a needle felt pattern maker, including 'Craftseller' and 'Mollie Makes'. My first book, featuring 30 designs is called 'Little Needle Felt Animals' published by Harper Collins.
Production partners
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A specialist enamel badge producer
Huddersfield, England
This pin badge is my own unique design, and produced by 'Made by Cooper' who specialise in making enamel badges.
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Printed.com
United Kingdom
This fine art print was professionally printed from a digital scan of my own original artwork by the company 'Printed.com'
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Commercially printed
United Kingdom
Professionally printed via a third party to ensure quality.
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