A smooth (not fuzzy) chunky weight (weight #5) yarn such as Vintage Chunky
Check out this blog post by the designer if you are having trouble with the cables
To help you get the results you want
Measure yourself before beginning your project
and how to recognize when it’s time to seek help from a health-care professional
Needle Felting from Basic to Bears Brand_Fibre Company A smooth (not fuzzy) chunkyMake the cutest little creatures from wool! Needle felting is all the rage, and this book shows you how to create tiny bears, rabbits, dogs, cats, fairies, dolls, cupcakes, and more. Basic instructions and step by step photos show you what you will need and how to begin, plus advanced options for once you've mastered the basics Learn to make joints so that the arms and legs can really move Instructions on how to make unique details such as pointed