The Archive
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natural-dyeing-mordants
A guide to the natural dye reference books worth owning — ranked by how well they explain the chemistry and decision-making behind the color, not just the
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natural-dyeing-mordants
Three of the most storied natural red dyes — cochineal, madder, and red sandalwood — behave very differently depending on your fiber and mordant. Here's how to
·11 min read
fiber-reactive-synthetic-dyes
Earth tones are deceptively tricky to mix with fiber-reactive dyes — here's how to nail browns, rusts, and olives that stay rich and clear instead of going
·9 min read
Neil Schmidt
If you're refilling those small Procion MX jars every other project, bulk sizing might already be saving you money on paper — here's how to do the math and
·9 min read
natural-dyeing-mordants
Natural indigo is one of the oldest dyes on earth — but the powder you buy at a craft supplier and a living fermentation vat are not the same tool. Here's how
·10 min read
fiber-reactive-synthetic-dyes
Not every dye works on every fabric — and the wrong match can mean wasted material, faded color, or an expensive skein ruined. This guide maps the major dye
·10 min read