prepping-wool-for-natural-dye

2 года назад

This video demonstrates how to pre-mordant wool yarn with alum, a process that prepares the yarn to accept natural dye. The video explains the importance of mordanting for colorfastness and explores the different effects of mordanting with alum versus iron. The creator then walks viewers through the process of pre-mordanting a hank of yarn, including rinsing and drying.

2 года назад

This video demonstrates how to dye wool and cotton using marigolds and onion skins. The creator explains the differences in dyeing wool and cotton, and how to prepare the onion skins for a vibrant color. They then show the process of dyeing both fibers, highlighting the importance of ventilation due to the strong smell of onion dye.

2 года назад

This video follows a person as they dye wool using natural ingredients like spinach, beets, and onion skins. They explain the process of preparing the wool and the dye, and then demonstrate how to dye the wool. The video ends with a preview of the finished products, which will be sold at a craft show.