38 gauge fork felting needles feature two closely spaced parallel tines, making them uniquely efficient for surface coverage — every punch covers twice the area of a single needle. This listing is a 100 needle wholesale pack — our best per-needle value, ideal for studios, teachers, and anyone who uses these needles regularly.

The fork configuration works both tines simultaneously, doubling your coverage per stroke compared to a single needle. This makes it particularly effective for flat work, large backgrounds, and any project where surface coverage is the priority. Fork needles produce a slightly textured surface due to the dual tine pattern and are well-suited for mid-stage work.

Key Uses:

• Fast surface coverage over large areas
• Efficient mid-stage smoothing and compaction
• Texturing flat surfaces
• Speeding up repetitive felting work over broad areas

When to Use It:

38 gauge fork needles are best used when you need to cover a lot of surface area quickly. They are particularly effective for flat work and large backgrounds. Follow with a finer single needle for surface refinement.

Needle Details:

• Type: Fork — 2 parallel tines for double surface coverage per punch
• Gauge: 38 — medium
• Barbs on each tine for simultaneous fiber movement
• Barb spacing: Regular — consistent, even coverage
• Pack size: 100 needles — wholesale value

Also available in packs of 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50 38 gauge fork felting needles for smaller quantities.

This needle is also available in the following mixed sets: Fork Mix.

About Felting Needles

Felting needles come in a wide range of configurations — different gauges, shaft shapes, barb counts, and point styles. These variations let you choose the right tool for each stage of your project. Originally manufactured for industrial textile machinery, they have been adapted by artists and craftspeople into the hand tools used in needle felting today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 38 gauge fork felting needle used for? 38 gauge fork needles are used for creating realistic hair, fur, and grass-like surface texture by catching and pushing individual fiber strands into felt.

How does a fork needle work? Unlike standard barbed needles, a fork needle has no barbs. Its split tip creates a channel that catches a small amount of fiber and pushes it into the felt surface, creating strand-like texture.

Is a fork needle the same as a reverse needle? No — a reverse needle pulls fiber out of the felt surface to create a fluffy raised texture. A fork needle pushes individual fiber strands into the felt to create strand-like hair and fur effects.