In Hungary, wool was processed in many different ways. It was used to make guba (blanket coats), felt, and cloth of various qualities. Szűr tailors crafted their traditional capes from felted wool fabric, and the festive versions were richly embroidered. Felt was also used by traditional cap-makers, and later, from the 19th century, by milliners. As a result, wool-based garments and accessories—such as guba coats, szűr capes, felt hats, and brimmed hats—were widely available at national fairs.
In the exhibition, we’ve placed several interactive games where you can explore felt decoration techniques and feel the texture of hardened wool.
