Wurmser pure wool fabric
Soooo I had a little time to kill in the big city this afternoon, and decided to visit a branch of Value Village (equivalent of Goodwill). First stop was sheets and fabric yardage of course. I found 3 baby panels for $3 each which I will block to straighten and enlarge with borders, and then donate to the Guild outreach program.
But my big find was a meter of absolutely beautiful moss green pure wool. It looks to be 60 inches wide and has the words 'Wurmser Pure Laine' printed on the selvedge. I can see no thread weave--it is that closely woven! I did a google search and it seems to be European in origin. The prices I was seeing ranged from Euro 30-35 per meter. I paid a whopping $2.99 Canadian!
The first think I thought of when I saw it, was to felt it for an ironing mat. Could you folks advise me as to the best (and easiest) way of doing that please? I must say that just sitting here and fondling it brings me the same joy as stroking my batiks. Oh dear, I think I may have a problem...