The technique used in Nuno felting bonds loose fibre (usually sheep's
wool) into a sheer fabric, such as
silk gauze, creating a lightweight felt. Fabrics such as
nylon,
muslin, or other open weaves can be used as the felting background. Other fibres are also used to create different surface textures, such as wool from
camel,
llama,
alpaca,
Mohair goat,
Cashmere goat,
yak, and
rabbit fur. The fibres can completely cover the background fabric, or they may be used as a decorative design that allows the backing fabric to show. The technique often combines several layers of loose fibres to build up the finished fabric colour, texture, and design elements. Nuno felting fabrics can be made in various weights, making it suitable for a diverse range of garment types. A lightweight Nuno fabric is made by laying one layer of loose fibre onto an open weave fabric base. A heavier Nuno fabric results from applying more layers onto the base, creating fabric suitable for a winter coat or scarf. == References ==