wet felted hat workshop

Had fun in the studio with Cathy and Lois. Nuno-felt beret style hat and fancy fedora all wool. Finishing work on the fedora this Friday. I used all merino roving in two different colors--"dingo" and " gold". As I continued along in the felting process I noticed a distinct difference in how the two colors were coming along. Eventually realized that although both were from our merino stash, they were from different suppliers. Variables...The particular sheep, the growing conditions, the processing techniques??? The contrast between the two brands of merino was stark! Makes me appreciate my old favorite even more than I used to especially for this particular use. I know I can count on it producing the finish and wearability I'm looking for. Save the other Merino for non-wearing situations.