HIGHSTREET TREND: FELT

Felting is a process where natural wool fibres are rubbed and pushed together with a little soapy water. As the fibres move backwards and forwards, they gradually hook onto each other and bond tightly together.

Often thought of as a home craft, felting has made a huge impression on the highstreet with big brands such as John Lewis introducing a Christmas range made out of the stuff. (If you’re interested in making your own festive felt decorations take a look at this fab youtube video by Beadclub http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzXKRis1hFs or if you aren’t into sewing, Etsy have a huge selection available to buy: http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade?q=felt+christmas+ornaments)

Here’s a selection of cherry picked Form Emporium products that make use of felt as their main material:

Above: Woollen Stool by Becky Taylor, below: White Floral Cushion by Rebecca Barton

Below: Lotus Light by Studiomold

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