This alternative Christmas Advent calendar can be made from oddments of yarn. Jemma Weston has used Kid Classic but any other yarn from your stash, that is suitable for felting, can be used as a substitute.

Knit this homeware bath mat, with bobble central panel, from Cute Little Knits. A design by Jem Weston using our gorgeous yarn Creative Focus Worsted (wool and alpaca), this pattern is suitable for the knitter with a little experience.

Knit these cosy bow slippers, with sung lining, from Cute Little Knits. A design by Jem Weston using Felted Tweed DK, a beautiful blend of merino wool, alpaca and viscose for the uppers and bows and British Sheep Breeds Boucle, a lightweight textured yarn for the lining. This pattern is suitable for the intermediate knitter.

Free Pattern - Clare Mountain has designed this unique felted bag using British Sheep Breeds Boucle.

This felted bag was designed by Janice Anderson for Rowan's 30th Anniversary exclusively for the web site.

Rachel Anderson uses one of her granny's old aran jumpers in this felting project.

Knit this tasteful festive wreath from the Little Festive Knits Online Collection. A design by Sarah Hatton using Kid Classic, a perfect blend of lambswool and kid mohair this wreath is simple yet stunning.

Crochet this vivid candy coloured rug from Homepsun Vintage. A design by Jane Crowfoot using our popular Big Wool (merino wool), this rug is made up of crochet motifs that are felted to form a hardwearing fabric.

Knit this vibrant, felted stripy bag from Kaleidoscope.  A design by Debbie Abrahams using Creative Focus Worsted, a lovely wool and alpaca blended yarn (wool and alpaca), this eye-catching bag is easy to knit and large enough to carry all of your essentials.

This halloween decoration can be knitted using Felted Tweed that is felted to form this spooky halloween pumpkin.