Design and create a one-of-a-kind felted purse! In this class we will using the wet felting method which is achieved using warm soapy water and natural fiber. You will be making a template, layering wool roving or batts around the template, adding warm, soapy water, and then doing lots of rubbing, patting, and rolling. The warm water opens the scales on the fiber, and the friction applied causes the fiber to felt, creating a lovely and durable fabric.

No felting needles and no knitting is involved in this type of felting, and no experience is required to have a great time creating a unique felted purse.

Included in Fee

All materials needed for project and use of wet felting tools in class are included in class fee.

Please Bring to Class

Please bring a towel, sharpie, and a pair of scissors. You might also consider bringing an apron or wearing clothes you don’t mind possibly getting wet.

Class Time

Class will begin at 1pm and finish about 4pm.

Age Guidelines

This class is designed for participants ages 16 and older. Youth ages 12–15 are welcome to attend when registered with an adult companion who is also enrolled in the class.

Inspiration

For inspiration see my Pinterest collection of Felted Purses and Other Great Bags and Wet Felting Purse Tips!

Kits Available

Cat Toy Felting Kits and Soap Felting Kits are other wet felting kits that you might like to try. Great gifts too!

Explore More Fiber Arts Classes at Alpaca Meadows

This workshop is part of our ongoing series of hands-on Fiber Arts Classes at Alpaca Meadows in Mansfield, Ohio. We offer small-group instruction in needle felting, wet felting, knitting, crochet, spinning, and seasonal creative projects throughout the year. View our full Fiber Arts Class Schedule to see upcoming workshops and events at the farm.

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