I've been using sushi rollers to transport my brushes since art school, finally decided to make my own brush-roll-up.

Wet felting is the process of using soap, hot water and mechanical agitation to coax wool fibres to knit together. I dyed some burlap and cheesecloth to work into the fibres as well, 'cause I love texture.

Here's a pic of the inside — all criticism for brush care can go to my twelve year old niece.

An image of three rolled sheets of felted fabric in difference earthy tones with some highlights, and burlap and cheesecloth felted into the fibre. They're tied with leather cord with charms attached.

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[–] 5 points 9 months ago (1 child)

Very nice! With the leather strap holding it together, it looks like something a renaissance-era painter could've been using.

Also I didn't know what "felting" meant before, thanks for that.

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  • [–] [S] 4 points 9 months ago

    Thanks! Yes, I'm very medieval-fairy-chic. The brush-roll-up is a classic way to keep your tips in ship-shape and your handles from snapping during transport. Lots of folks use canvas or leather, I just happen to do a lot of felting — It's a fairly forgiving, low-barrier art form if you want to try it out.

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  • [–] 5 points 9 months ago (1 child)

    These are so beautiful! I love the details with the burlap and cheesecloth!

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  • [–] 1 point 9 months ago

    They look amazing!

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