Experiments are one of my favorite things to do with fiber and natural dyes. It is always exciting to unveil…
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Mordants: An Overview of Mordants for Natural Dyes
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on a link and buy a product we may earn a commission. Thanks. ************The majority of natural dyes, whether chemical dyes or natural dyes, adhere to the fiber through a chemical bond. With…
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Loom Controlled Shibori Scarf: A Rigid Heddle Loom Tutorial
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on a link and buy a product we may earn a commission. Thanks. ************Shibori is the ancient Japanese art of indigo dying. Utilizing resists on fabric, and the richest of indigo vats, Shibori…
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Successful Fibre Art: Preparation is Half the Battle Part 3 Prep for Dyeing
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on a link and buy a product we may earn a commission. Thanks. ************This is the third part in the Preparation for Fibre Art series. Part one discussed the washing part of preparation,…
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Tips for Using Naturally Dyed Fibres and Yarn
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on a link and buy a product we may earn a commission. Thanks. ************Material dyed with natural dyes sometimes requires different treatment than material dyed with conventional dyes. Both natural and synthetic dyes…
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Top Five Tips for Naturally Dyeing Yardage
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click on a link and buy a product we may earn a commission. Thanks. ************The majority of natural dying is done with natural fibres as loose fibre, yarn, or small pieces of fabric like…
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