New material for me



While at a farmers market in Eugene Oregon, I came across these little beauties.


When Pendleton Woolen Mill creates their blankets they shave the extra nubby bits off for a smooth finish.  The lady I purchased them from dyes them in these beautiful colors. Apparently they have a name too, noil.


My first use for them was in a scrapbooking project.


This layout is pretty harsh and I wanted to add an organic element to hopefully soften it.  

Look for all those little nuggets around you and don't be afraid to add them to your work!

XOXOX
-Kim

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