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Aurora Silk - Natural Dyes and Natural Fibers
Description
Natural Dyeing FAQ
What are Natural Dyes? They are colors extracted from plants (and a scale insect in the case of Cochineal), and they are fixed by means of minerals or metal salts such as alum (aluminum salt) or iron or tin (called mordants). We sell the dyes and mordants in our shop.
What is the procedure to dye with Natural Dyes? Except for Indigo, which must be fermented, the dyestuffs are boiled in water to extract the dye. The material to be dyed is first "mordanted" in the chosen metal salt, by heating in water with the mordant. Then it is transferred to the dyebath and again heated for a permanent, rich color.
Where can I learn more? My portfolio called "Brilliant Colors on Silk" is the best beginners manual. It includes all the recipes and assorted information I give at my workshops, plus a very detailed step-by-step walk through, called "Apprentice for a Day". Indigo is covered, as are paint dyeing basics. Recipes and procedures work for all fibers, and all fiber forms are addressed.
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- Aurora Silk
- Portland OR
- United States
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