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Unspun Wool - for dread locks

Started by Indy, Jul 26 2007 05:48 PM

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#1 Indy

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Posted 26 July 2007 - 05:48 PM

I have been looking into making my own woolen dreadlock extensions, for a new costume idea -

however I can not seem to loacte anyone is Australia that sells unspun coloured wool. Can anyone help me smile.gif
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Posted 26 July 2007 - 06:07 PM

Spotlight is selling felting wool at the moment. Should be perfect for your needs. You can get bags with mixed colours here in SA at least in the craft section. I saw it only about a month ago.
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Posted 27 July 2007 - 11:39 AM

Thankie

I must have walked stright past it yesterday tongue.gif
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Posted 29 July 2007 - 11:02 AM

QUOTE(Indy @ Jul 26 2007, 04:48 PM) View Post
I have been looking into making my own woolen dreadlock extensions, for a new costume idea -

however I can not seem to loacte anyone is Australia that sells unspun coloured wool. Can anyone help me smile.gif

Spinners and Weavers Guild? I have seen a couple of people in the SCA with some they were spinning themselves as well

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Posted 30 July 2007 - 07:56 PM

Another option for fake dreadlocks is crepe hair - available from theatre/dance supply type shops

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Posted 30 July 2007 - 10:02 PM

No I think I know why she specifically wants wool... happy.gif
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Posted 30 July 2007 - 10:32 PM

Try here:
http://wildilocks.com/webstore/index.php?m...products_id=101

They are in perth.

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Posted 31 July 2007 - 01:20 PM

Hey thats is where i got the idea for my Kitty Ears to smile.gif thanks starfire
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Posted 03 August 2007 - 10:43 AM

I think I will use wool now for Remu's dreads. I may have a local supplier but I might still purchase online if they have the colour I'm after.
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