Is needle felting outdated? Or exactly what we need right now?

Needle felting. It might sound like something your grandmother used to do. Sitting by the window, gently poking at wool while soup simmered on the stove.
But what if that “old-fashioned” hobby turns out to be exactly what we’re missing?

Life moves fast. We’re constantly switched on. Always scrolling, rushing, reacting. And yet, more and more people are craving something slower. Something quiet. Something with their hands.

According to a recent article in Libelle, traditional crafts like knitting, crocheting and needle felting are proven to reduce stress, improve focus and bring a kind of deep satisfaction we rarely get from a screen.
It may feel nostalgic. But maybe that’s exactly why it works so well.

Our customers feel the same. One of them, Margriet, simply said: “Soothing to do.”
Kim shared: “Perfect for beginners. Everything is included and clearly explained.”
You don’t need any experience. No creative background. No pressure. Just a bit of time and the willingness to try something with your hands.

At The Wool Family, we make it easy to begin. Our needle felting starter kits include everything you need: soft wool, a felting needle, a mat and step-by-step instructions. You don’t need to overthink it. Just sit down and start. Maybe with a good audiobook. Or maybe just in silence.

There’s no rush. No right or wrong. It’s not about the result. It’s about the doing.
About making something with your hands that didn’t exist before.
Something slow. Something simple. Something real.

Needle felting isn’t for your grandma.
It’s for you.

Based on the article: “Research shows traditional hobbies like knitting and felting make us happier” – Libelle, March 2025
Customer quotes sourced via WebwinkelKeur reviews – The Wool Family