If you’ve ever dreamed of making your own felted handbag from scratch, Gillian Gladrag’s Wet Felted Handbag Tutorial is a must-watch. True to her signature style, this video is a joyful, wool-filled adventure that blends skill, artistry, and a splash of colourful chaos — all wrapped up in Gillian’s infectious enthusiasm.
In this tutorial, she walks viewers through creating a fully felted handbag using the wet felting method with a resist. Gillian’s approach is wonderfully hands-on — she shows exactly how to layer your wool, shape your design, and achieve that smooth, durable finish that makes the bag both beautiful and functional.
What really stands out in this video is the floral design she creates on the front. The pastel blue sky-like background with bright, painterly flowers gives the bag a soft, hand-painted feel. It’s the kind of project that lets you express your creativity while still following a clear, achievable process.
Gillian explains every step in detail — from laying out fibres evenly to removing the resist and forming the bag shape. She also gives helpful insight into felting consistency, fulling, and finishing, making this a fantastic guide for both beginners and intermediate felters.
Her studio setup, bursting with colour and texture, makes the whole experience feel cozy and inspiring. Watching her laugh through the process and celebrate those “messy magic” moments reminds you why handmade crafts are so special.
Verdict:
This Wet Felted Handbag Tutorial is perfect for crafters ready to move from flat felting to functional 3D pieces. It’s approachable, creative, and filled with Gillian’s signature warmth and humour. You’ll finish the video not just with a new technique, but with the confidence to design your own unique felted accessories.
Watch it on YouTube: Wet Felted Handbag Tutorial – Gillian Gladrag
