Wool, or Why Don't Sheep Shrink?

When I was at Market I ordered some wool.  I love wool--the colors are so vibrant and rich and the texture is great.  I don't do a lot of projects with wool, but I have loved the ones I have done.  So when I saw this wool, well,  I couldn't resist.

So yesterday my order arrived.  Luscious, deep rich color.  Isn't it great?  I am using some of this for a few kits.  The rest of it is just to add to my stash--or for inspiration.  I'll come up with some way to use it, I'm sure.

I should have mentioned before that this wool is from Mary Flanagan Woolens.  You can check out all her hand-dyed wool textures here.

This kit is for "Overture,"  a wall hanging from my book.  The piecing is all cotton, but the applique in the center is wool.

Another project from my book using wool is this little runner, "Patio Tiles."  It is all wool with a cotton backing and binding.  I don't have any kits of this one because I used wools from my closet! (And I don't have any more.)

  Do you like working with wool?  Do you have any wool projects in the works? Maybe you can look into trying some wool soon.  Have a great weekend.