🐬 Finishing kits and courses I have purchased, designing my workshops and a little bit of crochet! 🐬

[@lisap9437]

I really look forward to your monthly catch ups. It's great to see you diversifying and watch your business grow and evolve. I see you're nearing 70,000 subscribers too... exciting and well deserved

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you, yes, the subscriber number is still climbing, always amazes me, thanks for watching xx

[@eddyposh72]

I really look forward to your monthly catch ups and am never disappointed 😊

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Happy to hear that, most kind of you, thanks! xx

[@B4Munsey]

Loved this peek into felts by Phillipa. Your organization and business development are inspiring. Thank you for sharing your beautiful surroundings and glimpses of your pups.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

You are so welcome! and glad you enjoyed it xx

[@judyarmer]

I really enjoy this video, especially when you show the scenery of the land! You are really talented in your craft and very informative on what you do!

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you so much 😀 Very, very kind of you xx

[@Sue-dn5lr]

New subscriber here 😊 catching up on your previous videos. I don't know if you see comments on old videos but I'll give it a go because honestly, I have to say I've been with Folksy for 12 or more years and I love it. So much nicer than Etsy in my opinion. It's cheaper, british, and there's a lovely community on the forums, ask anything nicely and you will get answers. Folksy has a small number of people working behind the scenes but will actually get back to you if you have a query. I think your items froms kits to needle felted items, totes and anything else handmade and even workshops would sell well. Folksy do like to promote new sellers, so make sure you put enough items in your shop. I'm not a Folksy employee but I do have a shop. You do need to promote, it's not got as many potential customers as etsy but it's well worth it. I'm not a needle felter. I love the fact I don't have to do so many fairs anymore, Internet selling came at just the right time for me. One other thing, have you thought about doing the knitting and stitching shows, they're phenomenal. Your kits would fly of the shelves. I've done them and visited. Harrogate can't be too far from you. Oh, and one last thing, why do you keep your best selling kit in the furthest most difficult to reach corner of your room? Everything you use most frequently should be easy access?😅

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Hi! Thanks so much for your lovely comment, so, yes, best selling kits were moved about 5 months ago after I kept standing on my desking and it wobbling away! I will visit the Knitting and Stitching show next year I think but I did/am doing two big events this year and Yarndale went really well, full vlog up. My kits sell well on Etsy too so I am reducing my other craft fairs next year and just focusing on one show a year which will be a lovely change and then my Patreon has just reopened. It's always great to hear that other online platforms are good, I only have one person I know who sells on Folksy so it's good to know you are doing well on there. Thanks so much for watching and commenting xx

[@eileenprevost5663]

I always enjoy your monthly catchup videos! Thanks for taking us with you on your little trips!

[@feltsbyphilippa]

You are so welcome!

[@cepstockholm3915]

I eagerly await your videos every month. There are always interesting things going on. It’s great that you have branched out into some new crafts and are going to have needle felting courses and tutorials. Great! Love the glimpses of woods and fields. And I confess that I would like to get my hands on all the beautiful wools that you have in your area.😊💚

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Yes, we are very luckily with our wool suppliers in the UK, thank you so much for watching and enjoying the vlogs and for commenting, it means a lot xx

[@dodosmamma1692]

I loved every bit of this video Philippa. Seeing you work behind the scenes was amazing. You work so hard. If I could, I’d sign up to any of your workshops but as an oncologist, I’m tied into my work. Good luck with everything you do, I admire your work and channel so much and I’ve learned so much from watching your videos. You were my first ‘teacher’ and you continue to inspire me. Love the doggies btw, I’m a dog mum too. 💕💕🐾🐾

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you so much! You are always so supportive and I am truly grateful. I think needle felting is really growing and it's great that KZbin gives us access to lots of creatives. You must be very busy, your work is so important and thank you for the work you do, take care xx

[@Lindasinish]

I truly enjoy your monthly blogs that show the other things that you do to keep your business successful. Thank you. ♥️

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you so much, it's always great to know people enjoy it as I think I am not the most exciting channel so your feedback is very good to know, thanks xx

[@job5613]

❤ lots lovely things in this video, thankyou for sharing

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you!! 😊

[@aroundtheworldfibers]

Congratulations on the workshops. I'm amazed at all the things you do. You truly are a whirlwind. Amazing scenery in the area you live around. Those little doggy butts hiking up the stairs were just adorable. Wonderful video as always.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Haha! I heard a saying recently...there's nothing in life that can't be solved by watching a Dachshund walk from behind, they are funny, thanks for watching xx

[@AbqIlona]

I always love seeing the footage of your walks. The countryside is so beautiful! I had to look up what a temperature blanket is as I had no idea. That is really interesting. I can't crochet to save my life! This is why I needle felt. Haha!

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Yes, crochet is very different but I am keeping it really simple however my blanket is going to be huge! Thanks for watching xx

[@bethmegansmith4642]

I have tried many times and cannot crochet or knitt. I brought lots of fimo clay ...to make Kawi i charms .stuff to support my Mouse Kingdom ......Lovely up-date glad you are doing what you want to do and your Business is going stong xxxxx Happy felting xxxxxx

[@feltsbyphilippa]

I love playing with fimo clay, you can make some adorable small items, only just getting into crochet, just doing it simple and slowly as I do find it confusing at times, thanks for watching and enjoying xx

[@bethmegansmith4642]

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[@valeriecoulthard4776]

So great to watch your vlog this month and to see all the new new tasks you are undertaking As always you are such an inspiration and I’m looking forward to your workshop in May. Thankyou that you are so honest in the way you share your craft and I trust you will be successful in your application for Yarndale etc. God bless you xxxx🌻

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Lets hope I get into one of the two big fairs, really looking forward to meeting you, workshops are nearly sold out so feeling relieved and excited, enjoy your trip xx

[@farwoodfiberarts]

How exciting! Wish I lived closer for a workshop. Your walks look so lovely.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you so much! xx

[@carlasinclair1986]

I really LOVE your monthly studio vlogs! Watching from NZ! x

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much xx

[@alexwholey3391]

Love West Yorkshire Spinners Shetland Croft yarn. Gorgeous for knitting too ❤

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Yes, the wool seems lovely so I will have a crochet with it soon xx

[@shammamurphy4172]

The temperature blanket is wonderful! I must add it to the list for 2025 :) the bags are fantastic- mushrooms and sheep 😍😍. I’m so happy to hear about your workshops filling up, just fantastic!!! Good luck with everything and have a wonderful February ❤

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thanks Shamma, my temperature blanket is going to be huge, I think it will be a throw for a double bed. Workshops have only two spaces so feeling a lot happier and yes, I like the bags too, I keep wanting to put the odd one away for myself!! Take care and speak soon xx

[@shammamurphy4172]

@@feltsbyphilippa Oh my goodness - that is huge, fantastic, I cannot wait to see. I think I might be able to handle crocheting a blanket if I know it's just one row per day. Enjoy it! Take care too, thank you!

[@emma_s.234]

I enjoy your monthly vlog videos so much! I wish I lived closer to be able to attend your workshops. I was so excited regardless when I got the email announcement. I’m sure it will a lot of fun for the lucky folks that get to attend 😊 I look forward to seeing your temperature blanket as the weather changes!

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you so much! I have ladies coming from all over the UK for a weekend away, looking forward to meeting people. My temperature blanket is coming along but I have only just realised it is going to be huge, you will see it next month, thanks for watching xx

[@annabelle5837]

I love the bags! Congrats on your course sales. I would love to try crocheting at some point, too! x

[@feltsbyphilippa]

You should! I am taking it slowly but it's very different to knitting, really enjoying it, thanks for watching xx

[@LilHeavenlyTreasures]

The big craft show where I live runs about $625 to $1200 depending on the size of the booth. It runs for 3 days and people come from all around. Of course you have to include your tent, tables, and liability insurance. It is outdoors, has no electricsity and no refunds if the weather is bad. I do jewerly, 3d prints, and other crafts, there is no way I could pay that price. I do not see how other crafters around here do it. I have started looking for small craft shows that are within driving distance and prefer indoors... Question if you were going to do felting on an outfit would you use fabric glue on the back to secure felt? FYI, your fox turned out great. You always open my eyes to new things. Oh, I did get my mushroom kit from you yesterday. So, excited and can't wait to start it. I love that you video your walks. Gives me a chance to see a little bit of your country. Absolutely beautiful. I hope to visit the UK one day. Definitely on my bucket list... At the end of the year I always put it on my bucket list to do a temperature blanket. But come every Jan. I always put it off. Now it is the end of March and there is no way I am going to go back and check what the temp was for each day. Maybe next year. You have given me enough confidence that I am going to try to start my business on Etsy. I mean really what do I have to lose but some small amount of change to start. you are truly an inspiration.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you! So, I haven't felted onto an outfit but lots of people felt directly onto the fabric, especially wool, cotton etc but also denim works too. I am not sure if the glue would survive a wash. That fair is super expensive, I couldn't afford those prices either plus adding everything else on top too. Can't believe the mushroom kit has arrived already, I hope you like it, I am open to feedback as it's new, thanks so much for watching and I hope you do get to visit the UK one day xx

[@cynthiamurphy4184]

You have really hit it out of the ballpark with the gorgeous tote bags! Thank you so much for another wonderful vlog! Always fascinating! Have a really great month and I know your workshop classes will be splendid!

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you, so pleased you like the bags, I never know how things are going to go but they are popular, thanks for watching and supporting the channel xx

[@annwainwright-yr2hh]

Thank you for another interesting vlog I really enjoyed seeing them. You are a very busy lady I'm looking forward to seeing how your workshop's go. Just wish I could join you. Maybe in the future. ❤

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thanks so much Ann, ,maybe one day! Hope you are well xx

[@danareed1656]

you got this! my prayers are with you!

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you! Luckily the workshops have done well, sooo relieved! Thanks for watching and supporting the channel xx

[@lilyroseshandmade6525]

Congratulations on your work shop. I remember being so nervous about mine when I did them. Sure they’ll be wonderful.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thanks, new things are always nerve wracking but it will be good for me! Thanks for watching xx

[@nicolamoore4760]

Another interesting video Pippa. Your 2d fox is great and I love those tote bags. Keeping my fingers crossed that you get into one of those shows.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

I hope so too! I have to get into one of them (hopefully Crafts in the Pen as I want to walk round Yarndale and enjoy it) xx

[@andyk1k1]

Fabulous video Philippa, I think you are amazing, all round; love watching your videos. Wishing you HUGE success with the workshops; I would really, really love to come but it's just to far for me xxx

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Completely understand, they are doing well, only two more to sell so feeling relieved, thanks for watching the vlog and your lovely comments, take care xx

[@eileenland3636]

Happy New Year! I loved the bags. I want all of them! And if I lived in the Uk I would be at your workshop immediately. I am sure you will have lots of people and they will be a success. You have lots of people cheering you on!

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you so much! Luckily the workshops are nearly sold out so I can relax a bit. Really pleased you like the bags, I never know how new items are going to go but I think they are popular, thanks for watching xx

[@janedean1601]

Great vlog. Thanks for sharing.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thanks for watching! xx

[@cherinamcfadden4232]

I enjoy your KZbin channel so much. The totebags are adorable. I look forward to your videos. Thank you for putting in the time and effort. I want to order one of your kits, just have to decide which one. Have a great month.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Thank you so much! Glad you like them, it definitely takes me a while to film and edit everything but everyone is so appreciative, thanks for watching xx

[@pitehundsim2048]

The bags are stunning! Looking forward to ”follow ” to the markets. Love from Sweden 🇸🇪

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Glad you like them! Lovely to have you here from Sweden xx

[@lindacalver773]

I’m going to the yarn festival at Norwich , may see you there .

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Brilliant, I will be walking around on Saturday afternoon xx

[@tanyablencowe6568]

Always love and look forward to your videos❤️ I would love to try those little crochet baskets, I have only ever made tiny hats for some needle felted penguins. I'm wandering if you could link where you got the kit/video/instructions from? They would make cute presents 😊

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Hi, yes, it was at a fair but they are on Etsy, they are "The Left Hookery" and they have a few videos on KZbin and I love that your penguins had little hats, sounds gorgeous! xx

[@nicolajaynekirwin7773]

Hi, I always enjoy your posts, could I ask a question, ages ago you mentioned an association that includes public liability, please remind what it's called? Many thanks ❤

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Hi, thank you, so glad you enjoy the vlog. Yes, it's The International Feltmakers Association, really good value x

[@nicolajaynekirwin7773]

@feltsbyphilippa thank you so much, looking forward to hearing about what you are doing next xx ❤️

[@mclyman-onkka3579]

Those workshop projects look amazing. I wish I were in UK!

[@CornishFelts]

I've seen Numonday but there seems lack of interest in their social media posts so out me off a bit.

[@feltsbyphilippa]

Yes, no sales so far so probably not going anywhere but worth a try, I will report back if I sell anything xx