Soft cover book in fair condition.

Unleash your creativity with the practical and inspiring craft guide Handmade Felt (also known as A New Zealand Guide to Handmade Felt) by Marianne Ekert — a complete, hands-on manual for creating beautiful, shaped felt items using traditional wet-felting techniques!

Published in 1984 by Textile Tools, this slim but detailed book offers step-by-step instructions for making functional and artistic felt pieces like boots, hats, mittens, waistcoats, bags, and more — or anything your imagination desires! Marianne Ekert provides clear, illustrated guidance on the felting process, from preparing wool, laying out fibers, wetting, rolling, and shaping, to finishing techniques. Accompanied by a sheet of patterns (in many editions) and enhanced with photographs by Tim Abbott, it emphasizes accessible methods suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike, drawing on wool’s natural properties for durable, warm results.

As a New Zealand-based guide from the 1980s craft revival era, it reflects a love for handmade textiles and has been praised in spinning/felting communities (e.g., featured in Spin·Off magazine reviews) for its straightforward approach and creative possibilities.

Ideal for crafters and fiber artists interested in wet felting, wool work, or DIY textiles, beginners seeking a classic, no-frills tutorial on making shaped felt clothing and accessories, experienced felters looking for inspiration or pattern ideas, handmade enthusiasts who appreciate vintage craft books with practical patterns, and anyone drawn to sustainable, natural-fiber projects — perfect for workshop reference, home crafting, or as a nostalgic addition to your fiber arts library!