Recent Retreats & Events

Wet Felt your own Rug Workshop

13th December 2025

Join Trish O’Meara of Wormit Woolies who will lead you through the ancient craft of wet felting to create your very own one of a kind felted fleece rug from the fleece of a living Burmieston Jacob sheep.

Wet felting is the oldest form of textile making and has been recognized as a heritage craft in the UK since the 1100’s. It has a rich history in Scotland with something known as ‘Waulking”. Waulking, also known as fulling, is a traditional Scottish process of soaking the fabric in water, followed by rhythmic beating and kneading, typically accompanied by singing Gaelic songs. This process makes the fabric denser and more durable.

This is a practical workshop but you’ll also get loads of theory along the way. Come prepared for an upper body workout and wear comfortable clothes and appropriate footwear as felting can be physically demanding with part of the process taking place outside. You will be provided with a plastic apron along with everything else needed to create your very own one of a kind felted fleece rug.

Delicious home made lunch and VAT included. £100

Why not make a weekend of it and stay? Once you have booked your space, email hello@burmieston.co.uk to book a room.