Today I want to share a simplified mordanting method with you: using the cold water mordant aluminium triformate. Aluminium triformate has numerous benefits compared to other mordants which we will explore in detail in this post. Table of Content: If you want to learn more about how to mordant a skein of yarn using aluminium …
This blog post is all about iron (ferrous sulfate) as a natural dye modifier. When it comes to natural dyeing, iron plays an important role and you will come across it frequently. It can be used for different purposes but, personally, I mainly use it as a modifying agent for naturally dyed colorways. Table of …
This article contains an overview of natural yellow dyes that can be used to dye both yarn and fabric. If you are planning to create a yellow colorway with natural dyes, you are in luck. Yellow is in fact the most common color you get when using natural dyestuff. There are quite a number of …
This article is all about 9 common mistakes to avoid in natural dyeing of textiles, aka yarn and fabric. If you are in the beginning stages of your natural dyeing journey, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Maybe you have even already tried dyeing a skein of yarn or a piece of fabric with …
In this article I will share 6 knit pillow patterns that make your home feel cozy with you. With the colder months of the year ahead of us, we tend to spend more and more of our time inside. While the leaves are falling, the wind is blowing and the rain is making a frequent …
This article contains 12 suggestions if you are looking for hobbies to relax and unwind. I have personally tried all of them and can highly recommend each and every one! This post contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you use these links, at no cost to you. I only recommend products …
I recently picked up a new hobby and enjoy it so much that I want to share this simple beginner’s guide to pen, ink and watercolor painting with you. This post contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you use these links, at no cost to you. I only recommend products that …
This article will be your ultimate guide to yarn dyeing techniques. This post contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you use these links, at no cost to you. I only recommend products that I find value in myself. See my full disclosure here. Thank you for your support! Understanding Hand Dyed Yarn …
This article contains an overview of natural green dyes that can be used to dye both yarn and fabric. The first color that comes to mind when thinking about nature is green. Green is everywhere, in the grass and the trees, the flower leaves and vegetable plants. But did you know that green is actually …
Welcome to part two of learning is a lifelong skill. In the first article I talked about why learning is a skill that you should practice constantly and enjoy to the fullest. It also contains 7 topic suggestions you can learn about. You can find the blog post here: Learning is a Lifelong Skill photo …
