Learn the basics of natural dyeing, different techniques, and specific directions for dyeing with natural ingredients.
Welcome to week 2 of the natural dye along. This week we will complete the most important part of natural dyeing, mordanting. I know this part intimidates many new dyers, but you will see that there is nothing to worry about by the end of this week. What is Mordanting? Mordanting is the process of […]
Natural Dye Along – Week 2 Read More »
Welcome to week 1 of the natural dye along. I am so excited to get started. Alright, let’s just dive right in and start some new dye adventures. This is the first time I have held a natural dye along and it seems there is so much to go over this first week. In the
Natural Dye Along – Week 1 Read More »
Last year, I set out to use natural dye to create eight different colors for a quilt I was working on. After, I marked the variety of color in a photograph by writing the dye goods used for each color. I have returned to this photograph on several occasions to remember how this was achieved.
Natural Dye Variation – A Visual Read More »
Starting on May 4th, I will be teaching you the basics of natural dyeing. Each week, we will go over one step of the process and you will have a chance to try it on your own fabric. This is a great opportunity to learn some of the basics alongside an amazing group of makers. I have
Whether you are just starting your journey with natural dyeing or an expert, one of the most valuable tools is to keep a dye journal. Your dye journal is where you keep samples from each project with notes. This looks different for everyone. I have tried several different ways of documenting my progress – notebooks, small
Natural Dye Journal Read More »
Learn the basics of using Cutch to naturally dye fabric a variety of warm colors. Cutch – a tannin-rich dye that comes from the heartwood of Acacia catechu and yields warm toffee browns on fabric. This dye good not only yields amazing warm colors, but also offers so much versatility. In this blog, I first go over
How to Dye fabric Naturally with Cutch Read More »
Goldenrod is one of my favorite dye plants to find and use for dyeing fabric. In August and September, it fills fields and ditches everywhere in the Midwest United States. It is so easy to gather and makes the most beautiful yellows and greens on cotton and linen fabrics. There are many plants and foods
How to Dye fabric with goldenrod flowers Read More »
dyeing, I have so much I still have not tried. It is best to have an array of resources to guide you. With so much to learn, it is helpful to break down the steps. You can download our free infographic: The 5 Steps to Natural Dyeing to guide you in the process.
My Favorite Resources for Natural Dyeing Read More »