Originally Posted by
roserips
My mom used to get beautiful wool from all kinds of outlet places. She would wash it in very hot water and dry in hot dryer, that way you have what is called boiled wool which can be laundered normally. I would really consider making a jacket wool is so wonderful to sew with and makes great garments. You can go ahead and use it for a quilt but it will be very heavy and super warm. Using it for applique is great as well. Have fun with it!
I have felted wool and made garments for myself. It makes up really well and if you choose, you don't have to finish the edges because once the wool is felted, it won't ravel.
I'll pass on one hint I learned when felting wool. Do it on a nice day so you can open the doors and windows or go to the laundromat. Wet wool stinks!! If you are washing and drying yardage, it really stinks. It can take a while to get rid of the odor.