The weather cooperated, so Marg and Lois led the second annual natural dye workshop as scheduled at Marg’s home. Dye pots were prepared ahead of time for the following:
- fresh indigo leaves using the ice water method
- red dahlias
- marigolds
- goldenrod
- crab apples
Participants brought their own pre-mordanted yarns and fabrics to dye.
Post dye pH adjustments were also explored using vinegar (acidic) and ammonia (basic). The dahlia results were dramatic – a shift from yellow to bright orange with ammonia.
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