A woman who calls herself the "Weed Fairy" distributed free nuggets of marijuana to people in Seattle over the weekend, taping the free pot on fliers around a city neighbourhood.

The woman, 23-year-old Yeni Sleidi, says she does it to amuse people and to give them a break from everyday stress. She said 50 fliers had nuggets taped to them.

The fliers posted in Seattle came with the message: "These are tough times. Take this weed." Ms Sleidi posted her free marijuana in Capitol Hill, a Seattle neighbourhood known for its nightlife and counter-culture.

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