Color from the Wild

From the first experiments in the previous blog post , we have four samples to work with. Each was a result of modifying the pH to see how it would affect the color achieved from the berries on 100% Linen (prepared with a tannin and mordant). Original Samples Each sample was then divided into 3 sections. One of each was set aside to keep as is, along with the cotton thread. One of each linen piece was wetted out, then dipped into an Indigo Vat. The 3rd of each was wetted

In early January, I noticed an abundance of beautiful berries on the wild Privet along the creek. Remembering some interesting results another natural dyer had achieved on wool, I decided to give it a try on 100% Linen. While berry dye is most often fugitive, and not suitable for items that will be frequently washed, they can still be fun to work with. I try to keep a supply of prepared fabric on hand for such random notions. The fabric and thread for this experiment was