An ancient legend tells of how the art of making felt began; a pilgrim used wool to protect her feet from blisters whilst walking.  As she walked, the friction and moisture from her feet created the perfect conditions for transforming wool into felt. This is my adapted version which recaptures this ancient happening; it’s an experience resulting in beautiful moulds of your feet as a poignant art object for display (not suitable as slippers).

It involves partnering with a friend to massage the wetted wool into your feet, (and reciprocating) then walking, dancing or active games for up to an hour to make felt happen.

Locally sourced wool from British farms only.

What’s in the kit:

• Full video instructions.

• Printed notes/ instructions.

• Blue-faced Exmoor wool for 3 to 5 people, depending on foot size.

• Presented in a beautiful felt bag.

You will also need:

• Work space

• Water sprinkler (a recycled plastic milk bottle with holes punched in the lid is ideal)

• Tray to store the prepared wet wool ready for dressing

• Waterproof apron or plastic sheet for your lap

• Recycled bubble wrap (about A4 size x 2)

• Two recycled plastic bags big enough for feet

• Bar of soap

• Bowls of warm water to stand in at the end

• A couple of old towels for each person

• Suitable footwear - any boots or shoes that will accommodate the equivalent of a thick pair of socks.  These will get wet inside!

Also available as a special schools pack starter kit with teacher notes – Please email me for details.

A £3 donation for each kit sold will be sent to Farms for City Children, a charity based in Devon giving children the chance to become farmers for a week.

Ordering and Delivery

Postage costs £7 2nd Class Royal Mail