Felt Frenzy from Interweave Knits

This is not your ordinary felting book! Felt Frenzy explores all the major techniques of felt making, from knit-and-shrink to wet felting, needlefelting, and “recycled felting”—turning salvaged wool sweaters into useful felt pieces—plus ways to combine techniques for creative and unique results.
Designed with the absolute beginner in mind, Felt Frenzy is packed with 26 projects and photographs of more than 50 before-and-after felted yarn combinations
Learn to make felted flowers, hats, jackets, scarves, wool sneakers, even a nuno felted skirt. As an added bonus, you’ll find “design ideas” scattered throughout the book to give your projects an extra creative boost; these suggestions help integrate felt into other fiber arts, from embroidery to shibori.

Nicky Epstein's Beginners Guild to Felting

A very beginner book for learning about felting. Includes 8 knit projects for first-time felters.

Felt It !

20 creative patterns for fun accessories. Floral Brooches and jewelry (that would be very cute on bags and purses), belts (that would also make great bands and handles!), clutches, bags and purses, folded brim cloche (cute, cute!), ear-flat hat, home decor and decorator items.

Fabulous Felted Bags from Nicky Epstein

Nicky Epstein has done it again with this amazing spectacle of felted handbags. From the wildly imaginative to everyday chic, there is a pattern for every taste and ability in this book, 15 in all. These are not your average felted bags, they are conversation starters and head turners, and they are sure to impress! 84 pages. soft cover. full color.

Knitted Flowers from Nicky Epstein

Bestselling author Nicky Epstein knits up a garden of colorful and whimsical flowers to adorn clothes, shoes, pillows, bags—almost anything at all. These pretty blossoms range from ruffled roses to lazy daisies, from single blooms to complete bouquets, from layered petal varieties to scalloped and corkscrew styles. Some are made of soft, sensuous felt; others showcase sparkling, eye-catching gold lamé. With Epstein’s detailed instructions and the breathtaking images, knitters will find completing these projects a pleasure. 128 pages. hard cover. full color.

Folk Bags

30 knitted bags. A pleasing mixture of carpet bags to book bags to small totes inspired by countries around the world. Some in fairisle, some in cables, some felted, some not felted. A Classic Book to collect.

Bags are essential for living—whether walking to a neighbor’s house or going to the store. And Vicki Square’s contemporary interpretations of these 30 folk designs are truly extraordinary. Each one is inspired by traditional folk bags or folk art from 23 different countries including Nepal, Tibet, Japan, Ireland, Ecuador, and Guatemala. You’ll find bags in all shapes, colors, textures, and sizes for work, play, or for a special evening on the town. Included are the Guatemalan Saddlebag, the Persian carpet–inspired handbag, the fish-shaped Chinese felted bag, the Bolivian Doll bag, and the Moroccan Tile bag. A brief cultural history and how it inspired Vicki’s design preface each pattern, all of which are accompanied by step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations. Knitters of every skill level are sure to be intrigued by the versatile and imaginative designs in this unique collection.

Pursenalities, Plus !

Knitters who had never "felt" this kind of fashion before are now hooked—they want more Pursenalities! This popular author is back with more fabulous knit-and-felt bags, along with fresh ideas for a "purse-onal" touch. Twenty all-new purses, bags, and totes feature seasonal colors and styles. Bag embellishments range from grommets, pockets, and buckles to beautiful felted flowers. Fast projects are worked on big needles with 100% wool and a splash of novelty yarns; easy step-by-step instructions make felting a breeze. Bonus—includes patterns for a cell-phone holder, an eyeglasses case, and a cosmetics pouch.

Pursenalities. 20 Great Knitted and Felted Bags.

First knit, then felt—and let your "pursenality" pack a fashionable punch! From small, sleek handbags to roomy totes, these quick knitted and felted designs rank high on style and simplicity. You won't be able to make just one! Go trendy or traditional with Vintage Bubble Bag, Summer in the City Tote, and pretty, petite purses. Choose from easy projects that are worked on big needles with 100% wool and a splash of dazzling novelty yarns. Get a unique look with felting; simple instructions make the technique a snap.
See the Blue Hawaii Tote (right) and order the Cascade 220 yarn.

Great Felted Bags (Patons Designer Series)

15 absolutely gorgeous felted bags that are both fashionable and practical. Bonus 'Learn to Felt' instructions included. All bags are knit with Patons Classic Merino Wool and then felted with several of the bags trimmed with a variety of Patons products.

Felted Knits by Beverly Galeskas

A softback book of 112 pages, beginning with felting basics.

Learn how to shrink your knitted works into cool felted designs. Bev Galeskas goes through the techniques of felting in her new book Felted Knits. The book includes over 30 designs, from evening purses to hot water bottle covers.

Knit One, Felt Too Discover the Magic of Kitted Felt with 25 Easy Patterns by Kathleen Taylor

176 pages, 9 x 8 3/4 trim size, paperback, full-color photographs and illustrations throughout.
Knitted felting, a hot trend in today's knitting circles, is a technique that both beginning and experienced knitters are eager to master. The method is simple and magical - knit the project large and loose, wash it in hot water, and see it transformed into a soft, thick, cozy garment or accessory. 25 spectacular projects include mittens, socks, bags, toys, and home accessories.