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Post by Frances on Nov 9, 2014 16:23:26 GMT
Just got this email - Must order by Monday 11/10!!!!!!!! Stock Up Sale! Carded Merino Batt www.OpulentFibers.comNot only is shipping FREE on our 19µ Merino Carded Batt, the prices are our lowest ever! "Tell me more!! How do I get in on this?" • Orders must be placed by end of the day Monday, Nov. 10 for free shipping. • Free shipping is for this product and applies to U.S. addresses only. • Minimum purchase per color is 8 ounces. (Definitely a reason to fiber hoard for winter projects!) • Inventory is limited to stock on hand. They will sell out fast at $22.80/ 8oz batt! |
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Post by Frances on Nov 9, 2014 16:53:45 GMT
I do not know quite how to explain this but you have to click on the picture of color you want and then the picture will come up with what is available and order from that page.
If you try putting the ounces in under the picture on the main page it comes back as unavailable.
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Nov 9, 2014 21:18:45 GMT
I just bought a bunch, Frances! I love their fiber and am on their mailing list==great way to never miss a sale!
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Post by Frances on Nov 10, 2014 3:26:52 GMT
Cathy I bought 4 8oz bundles in different colors - they are so nice - I always get a handwritten thank you in my package.
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Post by zed on Nov 10, 2014 12:18:03 GMT
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Post by Frances on Nov 10, 2014 12:57:18 GMT
do you have any idea of he cost of shipping to the US?
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Post by zed on Nov 10, 2014 15:20:00 GMT
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Post by Pandagirl on Nov 10, 2014 16:42:15 GMT
I bought a couple from Opulent. I'll have to check out the shipping from WOW. There weren't many color choices left from opulent when I ordered. Not that I need them now that I have the carder, but it's quick and sometimes the colors aren't something you can get.
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Post by Shepherdess on Nov 11, 2014 15:00:18 GMT
when Zed did a comparison on prices last year. she compared lots of places and their shipping and WOW has everyone beat even with shipping to the states. what I haven't figured out yet is why WOW batts are more then WOW combed top.
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Post by zed on Nov 11, 2014 16:54:24 GMT
I wondered that too. Maybe they are really good batts and expect they will be used 'as is' so half your work is already done, no lay out, time saving etc? Good for bags, hats, slippers etc.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 11, 2014 22:21:02 GMT
I have a questions about working with batts... I had 4 special batts made last Summer for my Ocean Princess wet felted class. When I was on my last layer and I started laying out my special batt as a whole batt over the front section of the purse and had already wetted it down when the teacher came along and pull it off and said I HAD to pull off bits of the batt and lay it down that way. I was "Shock" What she did and how she spoke to me... Down in Kentucky in May the teacher said it was just fine to use batt layed out as one piece because the fibers are already mixed up. I thought the beautiful batts I had was ruined by tearing out bits and laying it down.. Sooooooo does anyone know what the proper technique is for using art batts in wet felting?  Or is there no right or wrong way to use them??? I look forward to all your opinions. Thanks |
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Post by koffipot on Nov 11, 2014 23:04:47 GMT
Batts are designed to be used "as is". They're carded and ready to use. Your teacher was very wrong to ruin your materials, not to mention her rudeness! Do your own thing, it's your creation.  |
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Post by felicity on Nov 11, 2014 23:19:03 GMT
I work with butts a lot and from different suppliers you can get butts of different quality. I have some with all fibres still going in the same directions, very much like tops. When I work with these butts I separate very thin layers and lay them in opposite directions, but still as one piece. But I do know some felters who work with butts in the way you've described - pulling and laying the bits. The reason is unknown...
In general, yes, you supposed to use butts as a whole piece, which is very convenient, of course. As for a teacher, even if she wanted you to lay wool differently she should discuss it with you first and explain why she use the butt that way... Sorry to hear it!
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Post by MTRuth on Nov 11, 2014 23:47:32 GMT
I agree with Judith - use your batts for laying out. It saves time and works just fine. Sometimes I peel them apart in layers and use them that way and sometimes just as they come. You do need to be careful to make sure that everything is even because sometimes batts can be uneven. You may need to add more wool in thin spots.
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Post by Pandagirl on Nov 11, 2014 23:54:01 GMT
I think the whole purpose using batts is using them as is. That said if you are laying out a specific design you may want to break off colors or parts. I don't think there are "rules" but your instructor was out of line telling you to pull it apart when you were happy using the whole thing. I usually use them as is. I also agree with Felicity sometimes batts have to be separated and used in another direction. Use your best judgement.
There are big difference in commercial and hand made batts. Commercial tend to have more chunks but make great bases.
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Or is there no right or wrong way to use them???
