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Mikaela Bartlett is an artist who creates intricate needle-felted animal sculptures. Using wool and a special needle, she brings animals to life with incredible detail. Her work captures everything from realistic fur textures to expressive faces, showing her love for animals and nature. Each sculpture feels full of personality, making her art both beautiful and unique.

What makes Mikaela’s work special is how much care she puts into every piece. Her animals look so real that they feel like they could come alive. Whether it’s a playful dog or a wise-looking owl, her sculptures are full of charm and character.

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Needle-felted animals: a rabbit, badger, and fox on a curved branch.

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Bored Panda reached out to Mikaela to gain insight into her creative process and learn more about her as an artist. "I discovered needle felting eight years ago after coming across a short video showing someone making a tiny cartoon cat and decided to give it a go," the artist shared when asked how needle felting came into her life.

Mikaela developed the technique of wrapping wool around wire armatures and sculpting the fiber with a single barbed needle. "I love the possibilities of blending wool for instant color and adding fine details," she added.

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    Needle-felted red panda sitting on a wooden stump, showcasing intricate craftsmanship in a charming pose.

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    Mikaela told us that she draws inspiration from wildlife, finding joy in exploring each animal's unique behavior and personality. "I try to capture movement and expression in each form, celebrating its beauty and importance in our world."

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    Needle-felted badger in hands, showcasing intricate artistic detail.

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    Needle-felted animal of a stretching tiger with detailed stripes and lifelike pose on a plain white background.

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    Mikaela explains how she works through the challenges of sculpting: "I always find that a sculpture will go through an ‘ugly stage’ but by trusting the process and much persistence, I hope I manage to capture the essence of each animal."

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    Needle-felted animal, resembling a smiling fox, chewing grass.

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    Needle-felted lemur pair perched on a log, showcasing artist's skill in crafting intricate animal sculptures.

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    According to the artist, each piece can take between one and three weeks depending on the detail. "I find the repetition of making individual spines for a hedgehog or feathers for a bird very therapeutic."

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    Needle-felted panda hugging a smaller panda, showcasing the artist's skill in creating realistic felted animals.

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    Needle-felted badger sculpture held on a wooden base, showcasing the artist's animal craftsmanship.

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    Needle-felted hedgehog sculpture perched on a wooden base, held in hand.

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    Needle-felted panda in a person's hand, showcasing the artist's skill in creating realistic animal figures.

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    Needle-felted crows on wooden blocks, showcasing intricate detail from an artist's animal collection.

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    Needle-felted lion on a textured rock base, showcasing realistic artistry in felted animals.

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    Needle-felted deer and magpies in a whimsical pose showcasing artistic animal creations.

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    Needle-felted anteater with a baby on its back, showcasing detailed craftsmanship in animal art.

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    Needle-felted animal resembling a dog with large ears and intricate details.

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    Needle-felted dog sculpture playfully holding a ball, showcasing artistic craftsmanship.

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    Needle-felted foxes forming a heart shape, showcasing the artist's creativity in animal sculptures.

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    Needle-felted owl perched on a branch within a circular frame by artist, showcasing intricate craftsmanship.

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    Needle-felted polar bears, showcasing the artist's whimsical animal creations in a minimalist setting.

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    Needle-felted foxes embracing on a wooden base, showcasing the artist's animal creations.

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    Needle-felted rabbit sculpture on a wooden base, held in a hand, showcasing realistic animal art.

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    Needle-felted animals including an owl in flight, a snow leopard, and an arctic fox on a white base.

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    Needle-felted bear sculpted by artist, showcasing lifelike fur and detail on a wooden base.

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    Needle-felted fox and rabbit sculpture by artist, showcasing intricate animal art.

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    Needle-felted polar bear and cub resting on an ice base, crafted by an artist specializing in felted animals.

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    Needle-felted animals: two playful hares balanced on wooden bases, showcasing intricate craftsmanship by an artist.

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    Needle-felted polar bear sculpture by artist, showcasing intricate wool craftsmanship on a plain background.

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    Needle-felted bear sculpture with detailed expression, seated playfully on a wooden base.

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