Speaking of Inspiration = YLI Corp shared this idea earlier
All I can Say DAMN Why Didn’t I Think Of That !!!
It uses their Quilt Highlights Braid =
No I don’t work for them & do not sell this item (maybe I should)
here is the link to the product page
https://ylicorp.com/collections/quilt-highlights/products/quilt-highlights-hand-dyed-cotton/
Interesting. The variegated greens would make great flower stems. I’ve got a couple applique projects i could try that on.