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Overview
| Item Name | Felting Needle | |
| Item Number | 36G Star | 38G Star |
| Unit Price (FOB Xiamen) | 0.1 USD/pcs | 0.1 USD/pcs |
| Lead Time | in stock | in stock |
| Packaging | 500 pcs/box | 500 pcs/box |
| Weight | 0.62 Kg/box | 0.58 Kg/box |
| HS code | 7319900000 | |
Description
A Cross-Star needle is a type of felting needle where the tip features four cutting edges arranged in a star pattern (resembling a "+" sign). Unlike a standard triangle needle with three edges, the cross-star has an additional edge. This design allows it to grab and tangle wool fibers more aggressively with each insertion, leading to faster compaction and a denser, smoother felt.
Best Uses As Below:
1. For Fast Compaction & Mid-Stage Shaping
When to Use: After the initial rough shaping with a coarse needle (e.g., 36-gauge), switch to a medium-gauge Cross Star needle (e.g., 38-gauge).
How to Use: Use it to rapidly build up the core density of your sculpture or flat piece. Its aggressive grip will lock fibers together much quicker than a standard triangle needle of the same gauge, saving significant time during the bulk-felting phase.
2. For Achieving a Smooth, Tight Surface
When to Use: This is the primary strength of the Cross Star. Use a fine-gauge Cross Star needle (e.g., 40) for the final finishing layer.
How to Use: Work in shallow, controlled stabs at a 90-degree angle to the surface. The four edges "cut" and tangle the surface fibers more finely and evenly, closing up holes left by coarser needles and creating an exceptionally smooth, almost polished finish. It's ideal for creating clean facial features, smooth animal coats, and seamless color blends.
3. For Attaching Details & Felt-on-Felt Work
When to Use: When adding small details like eyes, petals, or attaching limbs.
How to Use: Place the detail onto the main body. Use the fine Cross Star needle to poke along the seam line. The needle's aggressive action helps weld the fibers from both pieces together quickly and securely, minimizing visible seams.
Start Coarse, Finish Fine: Never start with a fine Cross Star needle on loose wool, as it may bend or break. Always begin with a coarser needle.
The Cross-Star needle points are extremely sharp. Always use a protective finger guard and store needles safely.
Overview
| Item Name | Felting Needle | |
| Item Number | 36G Star | 38G Star |
| Unit Price (FOB Xiamen) | 0.1 USD/pcs | 0.1 USD/pcs |
| Lead Time | in stock | in stock |
| Packaging | 500 pcs/box | 500 pcs/box |
| Weight | 0.62 Kg/box | 0.58 Kg/box |
| HS code | 7319900000 | |
Description
A Cross-Star needle is a type of felting needle where the tip features four cutting edges arranged in a star pattern (resembling a "+" sign). Unlike a standard triangle needle with three edges, the cross-star has an additional edge. This design allows it to grab and tangle wool fibers more aggressively with each insertion, leading to faster compaction and a denser, smoother felt.
Best Uses As Below:
1. For Fast Compaction & Mid-Stage Shaping
When to Use: After the initial rough shaping with a coarse needle (e.g., 36-gauge), switch to a medium-gauge Cross Star needle (e.g., 38-gauge).
How to Use: Use it to rapidly build up the core density of your sculpture or flat piece. Its aggressive grip will lock fibers together much quicker than a standard triangle needle of the same gauge, saving significant time during the bulk-felting phase.
2. For Achieving a Smooth, Tight Surface
When to Use: This is the primary strength of the Cross Star. Use a fine-gauge Cross Star needle (e.g., 40) for the final finishing layer.
How to Use: Work in shallow, controlled stabs at a 90-degree angle to the surface. The four edges "cut" and tangle the surface fibers more finely and evenly, closing up holes left by coarser needles and creating an exceptionally smooth, almost polished finish. It's ideal for creating clean facial features, smooth animal coats, and seamless color blends.
3. For Attaching Details & Felt-on-Felt Work
When to Use: When adding small details like eyes, petals, or attaching limbs.
How to Use: Place the detail onto the main body. Use the fine Cross Star needle to poke along the seam line. The needle's aggressive action helps weld the fibers from both pieces together quickly and securely, minimizing visible seams.
Start Coarse, Finish Fine: Never start with a fine Cross Star needle on loose wool, as it may bend or break. Always begin with a coarser needle.
The Cross-Star needle points are extremely sharp. Always use a protective finger guard and store needles safely.
