[Ansteorra-textiles] gift bags

sscott at datuma.com sscott at datuma.com
Wed Nov 27 05:58:24 PST 2002


> > Traditionally the inside fabric was wool, so the lanolin could help
> > keep the needles from rusting.
>
> Interesting!  I assume this was fleece or carded, unwashed roving?  Was
> there a layer of fabric over it to keep the fluff from floating away, or was
> the grease enough?
>
>                                     ---= Morgan, who has greasy fleeces

No, I was referring to fabric.  I suppose that it could be woven or
felted (or both).  I will try to remember to find the reference.

Gwenneth




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