Steffi Stern

Steffi Stern feels passionate about crafting and is often heard saying that ‘there is no craft police’ encouraging people young and old to let their creativity flow and break out of crafting traditions. Steffi runs The Makerss together with her business partner Sophie Buckley, who co-authored their first book Making Needle Felted Animals.

Steffi lives in Nailsworth with her husband, four children, three dogs, two cats, one tortoise and numerous chickens.

Author’s Books

cover of Making Fairy Folk by Steffi Stern

Making Fairy Folk: 30 Magical Needle Felted Characters

Steffi Stern

The latest book by Steffi Stern, with 30 magical characters to make from fairies and sprites to gnomes and wildlife. Illustrations and clear instructions throughout make the book engaging and easy to follow. Read more →

cover of Making Simple Needle Felts by Steffi Stern

Making Simple Needle Felts: 40 Inspiring Seasonal Projects

Steffi Stern

Steffi Stern brings her inimitable energy and enthusiasm to her second book after the success of Making Needle Felted Animals. Here is a back-to-basics guide to making needle-felted objects. Read more →

Making Needle Felted Animals cover

Making Needle Felted Animals: Over 20 wild, domestic and imaginary creatures

Steffi Stern & Sophie Buckley

Whether you are completely new to needle felting or an experienced felter, this book will have something to offer, whether that is precise instruction or creative inspiration. Read more →

Front cover of Making Soft Dolls - Simple Waldorf designs to sew and love by Steffi Stern

Making Soft Dolls: Simple Waldorf Designs to Sew and Love

Steffi Stern

Why do Waldorf dolls have few facial features? What is it about dolls that captures the imagination of children and adults around the world? This book answers these questions and highlights the power of dolls used for therapeutic purposes, recognising that soft dolls aren’t just for children. Read more →

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