I would worry that the batting would not "wear" well if it was exposed over time--like uneven stretching, pilling, shedding and the fibers would shed on surrounding fabrics. It really is not that tightly woven and without the protection of other fabrics and quilting stitching to hold it together, I think the fibers would separate and fall apart. If you are looking for a fuzzy, natural look, I think you should consider some wool fabrics that are soft but have a thick nap on them. Good for you for "thinking outside the box"!!--that is how many new art forms are realized.