Felt Connects | Let's Swap

For the past four years, our International Officers have been organizing an annual felt swap for our members. Above, you’ll find a few images from our very first swap in 2020. To see more, be sure to check out our Blog! By 2021, the project truly began to take off, as you can see in the presentations below…

Felt Swap 2021

In the swap of 2021, we asked for pieces of felt related to the theme Weave. More than 100 IFA feltmakers from all over the world sent and received a wonderful array of felt pieces. Here is a selection of those pieces.

Felt Swap 2022

For our third swap, the theme was Structure, which participants were free to interpret in any way they liked. Again, more than 100 IFA feltmakers from all over the world sent and received their varied felt pieces. Enjoy this vidoe of some of those pieces.

Felt Swap 2023

In year 2023, following the themes of Light, Weave, and Structure from previous years, the chosen motif was “BROOCH“. This year’s swap event saw the participation of over 100 IFA feltmakers from across the globe, exchanging their fantastically varied felt creations. Enjoy this video that highlights the remarkable pieces shared during this event.

Felt Swap 2024

In 2024, the IFA feltmaking community embraced the theme of “BRACELET for this year’s highly anticipated swap event. Over 100 talented feltmakers from around the world came together, exchanging their unique, hand-crafted felt bracelets, each one a work of art.

This video highlights the amazing variety and creativity of the pieces shared, showcasing the incredible skill and imagination of participants from all corners of the globe. From intricate designs to bold, colorful statements, the diversity of the felt bracelets will inspire and delight.

Enjoy this stunning collection of felt artistry and celebrate the creativity and craftsmanship of the global IFA feltmaking community!

Felt Swap 2025 – Sign Up Now!

The much-loved Felt Swap is back for 2025! This year’s theme, “Inspired by an Artist,” invites you to create a mini felt piece (max. 20cm x 20cm) influenced by an artist who inspires you.

We’ve introduced an online application form for easier sign-ups and a submission form for sharing your work. Plus, you can choose whether your piece is featured on IFA’s public social media or only in the members’ gallery.

Want to take part?

Apply here: JOIN THE SWAP 

Enjoy making connections and felting!