Natural-dyeing

5 лет назад

This video demonstrates how to make six natural food dyes using common vegetables and fruits. The process is simple and involves simmering vegetables like beets, turmeric, and red cabbage in water to create vibrant colors. The video also shows how to create additional colors by mixing the dyes and using baking soda to change the color of the cabbage dye.

2 года назад

A mother and daughter team up to dye wool with lichens. They discuss the history of lichen dyeing and the importance of sustainable harvesting. The video follows their process of preparing the lichen and dyeing the wool, highlighting the unique properties of lichen dyes.

1 год назад

This video introduces the concept of mordants, substances used to set dye on fibers and make natural dye colors last longer. It explains the different types of mordants, including plant-based and metal salt mordants, and discusses their uses and benefits. The video also highlights the importance of choosing the right mordant based on the type of fiber and dye being used.

1 год назад

This video demonstrates how to create a natural dye bath using black beans. The process involves soaking black beans overnight, straining the resulting liquid, and then immersing fabric in the dye bath. The video also explores how the pH of the dye bath can be manipulated to create different shades of color.

2 года назад

This video explores the process of dyeing yarn green using natural plant dyes. The creator, Adrian, demonstrates how to achieve different shades of green by combining yellow and blue dyes, focusing on the use of marigolds for yellow and indigo for blue. The video also covers the necessary steps for mordanting, dyeing, and washing the yarn.

2 года назад

This video provides a detailed guide on mordanting plant fibers, a crucial step in natural dyeing. The process involves multiple steps, including a scour bath, a tannin bath, and a mordant bath, followed by a wheat bran bath to fix the mordant. The video emphasizes the importance of ventilation and safety precautions when working with mordants.