• Marsha Neal Studio 2023 Schedule

    Sarafina Fiber Art Certified Needle Felting Classes and Marsha Neal Studio Needle Felted and Jewelry Classes are typically taught in person through: Bellefonte Arts. 803-C Brandywine Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19809 Blue Santa Beads. 1165 West Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063 If my schedule allows, I do travel locally to teach smaller classes (such as bead […]

  • Needle Felted Krampus Head

    I wanted to make some needle felted Krampus ornaments for the holidays. Better late than never!

  • Art Elements Bee Theme Blog Hop

    This month’s Art Elements Blog theme was Bees. So many ideas buzz around in my brain when it comes to insects. Bees are one of those insects that I do really enjoy, but can be annoying if they are not happy with you. So I try to keep them happy by planting lots of flowering […]

  • Art Elements Gnome Blog Hop

    This months theme for the Art Elements Blog Hop is Gnomes. I was delighted that Jenny picked this theme because I’ve got a thing for gnomes and love making them out of wool. You can see some previous posts I’ve written up about Bottle Toppers and Gnome Ornaments. I usually create these gnomes with a […]

  • How To Finish Ribbon Ends

    I have been selling Ute’s hand painted silk ribbons (2mm round cord, Silky Ribbon and Fairy Ribbon) since 2004, and the question I receive most is: How do I finish the ends of these silks? And instantly my brain is overwhelmed because there are so many ways! When I am looking for jewelry inspiration these […]

  • Art Elements Theme Reveal Monthly Blog Hop for October: Eyes

    Another month has flown by and it is time for the Art Elements Blog Hop for the October theme: Eyes. This is such a fun theme that I am definitely going to explore a bit more as there is so much beauty and emotion through the eyes. I will definitely be revisiting this theme a […]

  • Art Elements Blog Hop September Theme: Foliage

    It is time for the September Art Elements Blog Hop reveal for the theme: Foliage. Here is the intro post and reveal post from Caroline. This is such a great theme and I cannot wait to see what everyone shares (read to the bottom for the list of blog hop participants). Thanks for taking the […]

  • Art Elements August Theme: Octopus Blog Hop Reveal

    I love that Claire picked Octopus as our August theme (Art Elements Blog). They are one of the most interesting creatures that inhabit the oceans here on our planet. I love how they can transform their body shape and move super slinkily. A few years ago I made these needle felted octopus, and I always […]

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Art Elements Monthly Theme: Luna Moth

Thanks to Jen Cameron for picking out this month’s Art Elements Blog Hop Theme: Luna Moth. With an Entomology background I am fascinated by the scientific approach, but can get way too involved in the details. So this month I thought that I would just go along with what attracts me to these lovely creatures: […]

Art Elements Blog Monthly Theme: Birds of Prey

Welcome to this months Art Elements Blog hop: Birds of Prey theme picked by Cathy. As a child I loved watching birds. In college I took a few Avian Biology classes that established a firm base knowledge and appreciation of many kinds of birds. My passion has kept my field guide and binoculars at the […]

Handmade Component Bazaar Jan. 3 Destash Sale

I am ready for the new year to begin and to start a new body of work. This one day show in Handmade Component Bazaar Facebook Group will be your chance to pick up a bunch of my pieces at discounted pricing. I will have things marked down into the range from 20% to 70% […]