How To Felt A Ball

Ball / bead made of felt

Posted by Joanna M.

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You Will Need (4 things)

  • Towel
  • Liquid Soap
  • Water
  • Wool Roving

Steps (7 steps, 5 minutes)

  1. 1

    Boil some water with plenty of soap or shampoo.

  2. 2

    Tear the top wool to equal parts. Don’t use scissors.

  3. 3

    Roll the dry top wool into a ball.

  4. 4

    Wet it in the hot water with soap (don’t scald your hand!).

  5. 5

    Roll the bead on the towel, pressing it slightly. The towel will absorb the water and soap.

  6. 6

    When the bead is smooth and hard, rinse it with cold water and let dry.

  7. 7

    Dry beads may be freely used in making jewelry.