Hand dyeing

Each skein of yarn is hand-dyed in my dye studio by me (Babs) or one of my three assistant dyers. As a result of the hand-dyeing process, each skein will be slightly different even if they laid next to each other on the dye table. However, they will be closest to each other if dyed all at the same time. I recommend tha

I've received several emails requesting more information on how I dye fabrics. Let me preface this post, then, by disclaiming my expertise! I am by no means a chemist nor even a particularly well-schooled dyer. I have been dyeing by the seat of my pants for about 13 years, but I do end up liking…

How to dye fabric using procion fiber reactive dyes, for a wide variety of brighter and more colorfast results.

This article will be your ultimate guide to yarn dyeing techniques. Even if you don’t dye yarns yourself, knowing the terminology of certain color effects in yarns will help you choose the right yarn for your next knitting project. When it comes to hand dyed yarns, there are two factors to consider. The first factor you think about is the basic color of the yarn. The second factor you have to take into consideration in a yarn is the distribution of the color(s) throughout the yarn.

In dyeing projects, understanding how to use powdered dye and liquid dye makes all the difference. #crafts #diyideas #easycrafts #marthastewart #hobby #tutorials

That's how Eva Lambert used to dye her yarns before Tony developed the dye cabinet system. http://www.shilasdair-yarns.com/#!about-us/c1c9t

No matter which fabric dyeing techniques you use, dyeing fabric can be a fun–some might even say transformative–creative experience. Pulling the hand-dyed fabric from the dye bath to reveal the colors and patterns you have

People from all over the world have been making a pilgrimage to take workshops at Tian Taru, an indigo dye studio deep in a lush jungle in remote Bali.

How to dye silk using natural dyes. A variety of ways in which you can dye different types of silk fabrics and threads.

Congratulations to imwalton, our winner for this month's blog giveaway! We will be in touch with you shortly to arrange for the delivery of your prize. If cabin fever is starting to set in this winter, why not try dyeing your own yarn to add some color to your next project? It's easier than you think - in fact, you might have everything you need already in your kitchen! Here, we've used sugar-free Kool-Aid to dye a multi-colored skein of yarn and will show you how to do your own at-home…