How To Felt Balls

I've been wanting to make colorful felt balls for beading and to make festive garlands. The process was a lot easier than I anticipated. Here's the scoop:

Materials Needed:
Wool for felting
One pair of pantyhose

Rubber bands (optional)
Washing machine

Woolite or other soft detergent
Scissors

Directions:

1. Gather your felting wool. Tear off a small amount and roll it into a ball.

2. Made a knot at the toe of your pantyhose. Push the first ball down into the knot, and tie a tight knot just above it (or use a rubber band to secure the ball in place). Continue forming balls and securing them in place.

5. Place the pantyhose in the washing machine to begin the felting process.

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6. Use your scissors to cut the knots and release each of the felt balls.

7. Roll each ball around between your palms for about 30 seconds to reinforce their circular shape.