[nytgop77]

why do you need either of those for making a hat?

[Spooky23]

When felt was made from animal fur, it made it easier and less gross the remove the hair from the hide and soften it.

Previously, urine was used.

[lostlogin]

Yikes. Knowing what we know now, is mercury the worse option?

[Spooky23]

It depends. Urine is not pleasant, but is usually safe to work with. I’d rather smell than suffer brain damage. :)

[snowmanbob]

shiny when applied to silk.