36 Gauge Star Felting Needles, 10-pack, supplies for needle felting.
Specifications:
-36 Gauge Star;
-Barb spacing is 3.18mm at the same edge;
-2 barbs on each edge;
-Total of 8 barbs on each needle;
-Length - 3in;
-Material - Bearing steel.
Star felting needles have 4 sides, typically with 2 or 3 barbs per side, as a result they have more barbs for quicker felting, and also more suited for work with course fibers.
They are great for joining pieces together and for sculpting; suitable for use with wooden handles, multi-needle tool or without a handle.
This is a heavy/medium gauge felting needles; suitable for starting and shaping.
Gauges guide:
- 36 Gauge - starting and shaping
- 38 Gauge - working and shaping
- 40 Gauge - detailing
10-pack, comes in nice color coded plastic storage container.
You need to wipe needles before first use because they are covered with protective oil.
CAUTION: Felting needles are very sharp and fragile. To protect yourself (and needles) you must work with your fibres on a sponge or felting mat. Using finger protectors is advisable.
Disclaimers:
Warning: Only use product as intended.
NOT A TOY! Keep away from kids, babies, and pets!