Discover the beauty of natural dyes for rattan and raffia baskets. Explore the vibrant colors achieved through plant-based dyes.
Category: Botanical Dyes & Pigments
Capture the Colors of the Landscape
Explore the ancient alchemy of natural color. From the deep ambers of Alder bark to the vibrant yellows of Barberry, we document the technical journey from plant to pigment. Here, you’ll find heritage recipes and professional color records designed for the modern fiber artist seeking sustainable, chemical-free alternatives.
Discover the beauty of homemade dyes and how they can transform your fabric projects. Get creative with natural dyes.
Create stunning, naturally dyed fabrics using plants. Our comprehensive guide helps you explore the world of natural dyes and unlock a spectrum of colors from nature.
Knitting with a yarn that you have dyed to match your own exact colour needs is a truly creative knitting experience.
Discover the art of Shibori Japanese tie-dyeing. Learn five easy techniques for creating beautiful patterns and designs on fabric.
Discover the art of coloring wood and transform your woodworking projects with vibrant and unique designs.
Using natural dyes is both exciting and addictive. Start now and see what it is all about. And if you can’t wait for your dye plants to grow, use natural dye extracts and get a head start!
In the 16th century, India’s textile workers discovered how to make color dyes adhere to cotton and linen, thus making it colorfast.
Applying natural dyes is a complicated art and the skills needed for using natural dyes are gained with an experience of many years.
Discover the vibrant world of turmeric dye. Learn how to create beautiful, natural dyes using turmeric for your DIY projects.
Brazilwood, logwood and fustic are great dyes for beginners, as they are both easy to use and very economical.
I will share with you some secrets that I have learnt over the years on how you can get bright and strong colours with natural dyes.
Discover the story behind the robes of Buddhist monks. Find out why they wear yellow or orange and how the cloth is traditionally dyed.
Learn how to tea dye fabric with this easy and inexpensive technique. Transform your fabrics into the perfect muted color.