Gretelparker
Shrewsbury, England |
Announcement
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
Announcement
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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Rebecca on 21 Oct, 2020
5 out of 5 starsLove these cards! And traveled overseas at the speed of light !
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ejb6yg3c on 09 Oct, 2020
5 out of 5 starsThis wool is so soft and the colours are really beautiful. It is such a joy to work with. It arrived very quickly and is perfect for my Zoom workshop with Gretel. I hope she starts stocking more colours soon.
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Cheryl on 08 Oct, 2020
5 out of 5 starsJust wonderful little moon gazing fox Gretel. What about that Wolf....?
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Cheryl on 08 Oct, 2020
5 out of 5 starsBeautifully crafted little piece from Gretel as usual. Fits in well with my ever growing Gretel collection!
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Jamile on 06 Oct, 2020
5 out of 5 starsAgnes is masterfully constructed with a brilliant pallet of dyed wools, a gorgeous woven tail, and a plump felted chicken butt. She came beautifully boxed. I just love her! Thank you so much, Gretel!
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Rebecca on 08 Sep, 2020
5 out of 5 starsMy daughter loved it!! Both my daughter and granddaughter intend to create stories about this little lovely!! Your creations inspire imagination. Thank you!
Updates
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.
Shop members
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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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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.
Shop policies
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Returns and exchanges
First class post within the United Kingdom can take between 1-3 days to arrive and Airmail deliveries overseas can take anywhere from 7 days to three weeks, depending on location. If your order has not arrived within this time, please let me know.