Dye Experiments

Dye Experiments

I explored the various processes of natural dye using dye baths. The natural dyes we used were extracted from particular roots, wood, bark, leaves, flowers, nuts, insects, shellfish and mineral compounds. I cut 12 pieces of 100% cotton and hand-sewed a tight knit to create a pattern when taken out of the dye bath. I used marbles sewed into the fabric to create a circular pattern. Other materials to create patterns were rubber bands and binder clips. I did different times in the bath to provide stronger  and longer lasting color, and some faint and light. 

in-process photo. 

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12 final