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An easy, mordant-free way to begin natural dyeing.
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An easy, mordant-free way to begin natural dyeing.
A look at creating a rainbow of silk using natural dyes
What colors are near to hand?
With a newfound knowledge of weeds, Lynn explored dyeing wool with plants from her garden.
Learn how kitchen scraps and yard waste yield a rainbow of hues.
Learn how a dyer’s notebook helps reveal the formula for a coveted colorway.
Devin shares safety tips for dyeing at home.
A mix of naturally dyed fibers inspired this colorful, handspun sweater.
Discover new books on sheep shearing, natural dyes, and textile photography.
Before the invention of the first synthetic dye, every color of yarn or fabric got its hue from natural dyes—vegetable, mineral, and yes, even animal. Here are a few favorites that are easy for home dyers to find and use.
The scenery in Teotitlán del Valle, Mexico, is a study in tan, but the color I remember most vividly from my visit is red. The bold scarlet of cochineal insects, one of the world’s most important natural dyes, colors the rugs for which the village near