CORE WOOL ~ BASIC FELTING/STUFFING WOOL

This is just the one, if you are looking for a base or core wool for needle felting. It gives a smooth finish to all your needle felting works and is ideal for base work before you put on the colour (if you do). It keeps detailed shapes and it felts so quickly it is unbelievable.

It is also useful for wet felting, we have been using it on big and small projects and because it comes in a carded fleece you can take the layers easily apart for laying out thin layer up on layer.

SUITABLE FOR:
Wet felting
Stuffing teddys, dolls, cushion etc.
Needle or Dry felting

ORIGIN: grown and processed in South Germany

GUIDELINE: shown in the picture are1kg roll - 250gr is quite a lot, it is quite bulky so unless you are creating big pieces, this will last for a while!

Core / Base Wool – Carded Fleece (South Germany)

This is the one if you want a reliable base/core wool for needle felting. It felts fast, keeps crisp detail, and gives a smooth finish before you add colour (if you do). Supplied as a carded fleece, it pulls into thin, even layers—great for wet felting layouts too.

Suitable for

• Needle felting: core builds, armatures, sculpted shapes

• Wet felting: thin layering (fleece peels apart cleanly)

• Stuffing: teddies, dolls, cushions, etc.

Why makers love it

• Felts unbelievably quickly

• Holds detail for clean, defined forms

• Smooth finish ready for colour layers

• Carded fleece format = easy drafting & layout

Origin

• Grown & processed: South Germany

Format & guideline

• Photos show a 1 kg roll.

• 250 g is quite a lot—this is a bulky fleece, so unless you’re making very large pieces, one portion will last a good while.

Care & storage

Store dry and out of direct sunlight. Spot clean finished work as needed; avoid heavy agitation.

Kapok Fibre — Seed Pod Fibre (Plant-Based Stuffing)

Source: Kapok tree (Ceiba pentandra)

Kapok is a naturally moisture-resistant, quick-drying, resilient and buoyant fibre collected from the seed pods of the kapok tree. The floss is exceptionally lightweight (around one-eighth the weight of cotton) and inelastic/brittle, which makes it unsuitable for spinning, but perfect as a vegan, plant-based filling.

How it’s gathered

Pods are harvested (cut from the tree or collected after they fall), opened, and the seed and fibre are separated by hand. The fibre is then loosened and ready to use.

Uses

Stuffing & Filling:
• Cushions & pillows • Soft toys & dolls • Upholstery & seat pads • Meditation cushions • Draft excluders • Quilted projects & decor

Vegan alternative:
Ideal for anyone who prefers a plant-based filling or reacts to sheep’s wool.

Fill Guide (approx.)

• 16×16″ (40×40 cm) pillow:
  • Light/lofty: ~550 g
  • Firm/solid: ~1100 g

Working Tips

• Fluff/tease before use for even loft.

• Fill in layers, compressing gently as you go.

• Use a funnel or wide-neck opening for small items.

• Can be blended with other natural fillings to adjust feel (keep blends vegan if desired).

In a Nutshell

• Material: 100% kapok seed-pod fibre (plant-based)

• Properties: Moisture-resistant, quick-drying, resilient, buoyant, ultra-light

• Spin/Felt: Not suitable for spinning or felting (inelastic floss)

• Best for: Stuffing cushions, dolls, toys, upholstery & more

Care

• Keep filling inside a removable inner for easy maintenance.

• Air and fluff regularly.

• Spot clean where possible; if washing an encased item, ensure thorough drying.

• Store dry and away from sparks/heat sources.