How To Make Wet Felted Jewellery Beads.

1) Take a bit of wool roving and tease it apart, fluff it up. I was given this tip and I found it very helpful for an even finish.

2) Tightly roll the wool into a ball, folding in as you go.

4) Gently put your ball into a bowl of warm water and soap. Slowly mould the woollen ball until you feel it start to tighten. When it starts to tighten, then roll it between the palms of your hands in a circular movement. Be sure your hands are wet and covered in soap as this helps the felting process. It will take a minute or two.

5) When your bead has reached a density you wish, rinse it in cold water and dry it. I like to dry them on a sunny window sill. It is lovely to see all the beautiful colours. Once dry, make a hole through the centre and feed elastic or ribbon through, Try using strips of wool or dry felt of different colours to make spots on the ball. I am always looking at vintage jewellery for inspiration.