Dyeing samples
Red onions are used to obtain a nice purply red, bog myrthle and marigold for a lovely yellow.
Dyed yarn
DYEING WITH
NATURAL MATERIALS

Dyeing is the process of changing
the colour of a yarn or cloth by
treatment with a dye.

Color has always been important to humans. Archaeological records tells us that early
humans developed methods of adding color
to fiber as they learned how to use it to construct fabric for clothing, household, and ceremonial items.

Most people dyeing for personal use probably relied on native plants such as oak galls, privet, and wildflowers, as well as household items like lye and soot, and multi-purpose items commonly available at the chemist's like washing soda.
Herbs for dyeing

All natural fibres dye beautifully with natural dyes. It is possible to achieve a full rainbow without using toxic or poisonous chemicals.

Why not come and give it a try ?

Be amazed by the magnificent colours nature can give you !

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