In this post I'm closing up my atelier for the season, and taking a look back at all our projects. I had a great time searching our residential property for potential plant dyes. Some of the results were a little disappointing, and not as dramatic as the madder, cochineal, and logwood dyes from last year. But overall I love the soft hues that the plant dyes produce. I had expected more brown dyes, and was surprised by so much yellow! Following is a wrap up of our Plants to Dye For season in 2021.
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Dye projects (from left to right): camelia, tulip tree, French broom, calendula, cherries |
Projects and Videos
Dyeing fabric using plants growing in our own landscape, or planted from seed.
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Seeds to Dye For
Growing our own dye stuff from seeds.
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Books and Articles
Great books and articles for learning more about plants and dyes.
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Resources
Favorite sources for plant dye supplies and information.
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Maiwa Textiles: shop for dyes and extracts, and learn how to dye (The Maiwa Guide to Natural Dyes). |
Dharma Trading Company: shop for dyes, extracts and supplies, and learn how to dye. |
Amazon: shop for alum, Synthrapol, soda ash, washing soda, dyes, and gallon jars. |
Botanical Colors: recommended for dyes, extracts and supplies. |
Slow Fiber Studios: shop for dyes, extracts and supplies; events, classes, and more. |
Renee's Garden: shop for seeds and growing supplies. |
Thank you for coming on this journey with me. To see what we did last year, see
Plants to Dye For (2020): Wrap Up. Stay tuned for more dye projects in the seasons to come!
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