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This deep red colorant is obtained from the shellac resin secreted by the lac insect (\u003cem data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"391\"\u003eKerria lacca\u003c\/em\u003e). Unlike regular lac powder, which requires lengthy vinegar extraction, this refined extract is highly concentrated, pre-processed, and ready to use, offering brilliant results with less effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eSimilar to cochineal in composition, lac produces softer, richer shades of red, crimson, and burgundy with excellent light and wash fastness, particularly on silk and wool. Its warm, muted depth makes it a beautiful alternative in the natural red dye palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eThe regular lac extract in the shop produces a beautiful spectrum of warm, muted tones of crimson, burgundy, and deep purples. 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Whether you dye these with our natural dyes or print them with your favorite leaves, these scarves complement your outfit, adding a touch of effortless style to any ensemble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy choose linen?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinen, known for its eco-friendly properties, requires no pesticides, minimal water and energy to produce, aligning with your values without compromising on style. \u003cbr\u003eLinen is highly breathable, allowing air to circulate through the fabric. \u003cbr\u003eLinen fibers are strong and durable, which means products made from linen tend to last a long time. 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This extract is produced from mulberry leaves using copper sulfate, which stabilises the pigment and greatly improves its lightfastness. The result is a dark green powder with a distinct aroma reminiscent of green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eChlorophyllin has a long history of use as a pigment and ink. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, it was explored as a natural green colourant for inks, paints, and foodstuffs, and more recently, it has found its place in textile dyeing. 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It is sourced from renewable, responsibly managed forests in India and produced from the heartwood of the sappan tree (\u003cem data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eCaesalpinia sappan\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"575\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eSappanwood is the Asian cousin of the famous Brazilwood that gave its name to Brazil. Traded across Asia for centuries, it was prized for its ability to yield bright reds and pinks. In medieval and early modern Europe, it was imported as “Eastern Brazilwood” and widely used until overharvesting made it scarce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"939\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eActive Dye Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eBrazilin\u003c\/strong\u003e (pale pigment that oxidizes to brazilein, producing reds)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eCI Colour Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1037\"\u003eClosest family: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003eCI Natural Red 24\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1105\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eShading Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eAlum mordant\u003c\/strong\u003e → bright, warm reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eCopper mordant\u003c\/strong\u003e → deeper plum, wine, and dark reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003epH shifts\u003c\/strong\u003e → range from soft pink to orange to purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eLight fastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate (reds may soften over time, deeper tones with copper hold longer)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2057\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eSource\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2070\"\u003eSustainably harvested in India from renewable forests. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Natural Dye Store","offers":[{"title":"25 grams","offer_id":43135040290927,"sku":"SAP.EXT.25","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":43135040323695,"sku":"SAP.EXT.50","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 grams","offer_id":43135040356463,"sku":"SAP.EXT.100","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/6177\/3679\/files\/Sappan_Wood_EXTRACT_-_Caesalpina_sappan.jpg?v=1755694708"},{"product_id":"organic-fine-merino-wool-jersey-knit","title":"ORGANIC Fine Merino Wool Jersey Knit","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"633\" data-start=\"198\"\u003eThis lightweight, supple, and super soft extra fine merino wool jersey is a dream fabric for makers. 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This organic merino jersey has a light, supple drape, and is soft enough to wear next to the skin. Whether for fashion, basics, or accessories, it’s a fabric that performs beautifully and supports responsible textile production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Natural Dye Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43135054905455,"sku":"ORG.WOOL.JERSEY.1","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/6177\/3679\/files\/Organic_merino_wool_jersey.png?v=1756640624"},{"product_id":"buckthorn-berry-extract-rhamnus-cathartica","title":"Buckthorn berry EXTRACT (Rhamnus cathartica)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eOur buckthorn berry extract is produced from the berries of \u003cem data-start=\"295\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eRhamnus cathartica\u003c\/em\u003e L., also known as European buckthorn, purging buckthorn, or simply buckthorn. Native to Europe, northwest Africa, and western Asia, this species was introduced to North America in the 19th century as an ornamental shrub and is now considered invasive in parts of the U.S. and Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eHistorically, buckthorn berries were used in Europe to produce sap green pigments and as a source of dye for textiles. 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It can be used both as a mordant and a post-mordant to alter or deepen shades. 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An estimated 50,000 farmers harvest the insects by hand, drying them in the sun before further processing into dye extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"993\"\u003eThis extract contains ~50% carminic acid, the active dye molecule responsible for cochineal’s extraordinary reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eCochineal has been prized since pre-Columbian times in Central and South America, later becoming one of the most valuable dye commodities in the global textile trade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eToday it remains the only natural red colorant approved by the FDA and is widely used in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e• Textile dyeing\u003cbr data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003e• Food coloring\u003cbr data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e• Cosmetics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eActive dye components\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003eCarminic Acid\u003cbr data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eCI Natural Red 4\u003cbr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eE120 (food \u0026amp; 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Its powdered bark can replace aluminium sulfate in traditional dye recipes, allowing you to create 100% plant-based, long-lasting colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"764\" data-start=\"584\"\u003eUsed before natural dyeing or eco-printing, symplocos improves light-fastness and wash-fastness, while offering a more organic and historically grounded approach to mordanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"959\" data-start=\"766\"\u003ePlease note: some dyes — especially madder and logwood — will produce different shades compared to results achieved with regular alum. This is part of the unique character of symplocos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"979\" data-start=\"966\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1159\" data-start=\"981\"\u003eBecause many variables influence the strength of symplocos, there is no single fixed recipe. Fiber type, fabric thickness, water quality, and heating time all affect the outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1189\" data-start=\"1161\"\u003eRecommended Amount (WOF)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1295\" data-start=\"1191\"\u003e20–100% WOF (Weight of Fiber)\u003cbr data-end=\"1227\" data-start=\"1224\"\u003eThis range may sound broad, but it reflects real working conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1391\" data-start=\"1297\"\u003eAs a practical starting point:\u003cbr data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1327\"\u003e→ Begin with 50% WOF, then adjust as you gain experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1412\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003eGeneral guidelines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1541\" data-start=\"1413\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1444\" data-start=\"1413\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1444\" data-start=\"1415\"\u003eSilk needs less than cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1496\" data-start=\"1445\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1496\" data-start=\"1447\"\u003eThick or dense fabrics need more than thin ones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1541\" data-start=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1541\" data-start=\"1499\"\u003eLonger heating produces a stronger mordant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1564\" data-start=\"1548\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1564\" data-start=\"1548\"\u003eWater Quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1603\" data-start=\"1566\"\u003eUse soft water whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1632\" data-start=\"1605\"\u003eIf your water is very hard:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1706\" data-start=\"1633\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1655\" data-start=\"1633\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1655\" data-start=\"1635\"\u003eAdd Calgon, or\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1706\" data-start=\"1656\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1706\" data-start=\"1658\"\u003eAdd 0.5 g cream of tartar per liter of water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1740\" data-start=\"1713\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1740\" data-start=\"1713\"\u003eMordant Bath Preparation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"1874\" data-start=\"1742\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1776\" data-start=\"1742\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1776\" data-start=\"1745\"\u003eAdd symplocos powder to water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1823\" data-start=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1823\" data-start=\"1780\"\u003eHeat and boil for at least 30 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1874\" data-start=\"1824\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1874\" data-start=\"1827\"\u003eThe powder will sink to the bottom of the pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1985\" data-start=\"1876\"\u003eIf dyeing yarns:\u003cbr data-end=\"1895\" 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data-end=\"2207\" data-start=\"2183\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2207\" data-start=\"2185\"\u003eRinse in tepid water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2278\" data-start=\"2209\"\u003eThe fabric may appear pale yellow, this disappears after dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2290\" data-start=\"2280\"\u003eCotton\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2383\" data-start=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2358\" data-start=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2358\" data-start=\"2293\"\u003eBoil cotton together with the mordant liquid for 30 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2383\" data-start=\"2359\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2383\" data-start=\"2361\"\u003eRinse in tepid water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2447\" data-start=\"2385\"\u003eA pale yellow tone may appear and will disappear after dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2462\" data-start=\"2454\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2462\" data-start=\"2454\"\u003eReuse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2539\" data-start=\"2464\"\u003eA symplocos mordant bath can be reused once, producing lighter results.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Natural Dye Store","offers":[{"title":"100 grams","offer_id":43135719932015,"sku":"SYMP.POW.100","price":8.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 grams","offer_id":43135719964783,"sku":"SYMP.POW.250","price":16.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/6177\/3679\/files\/Symplocos_Racemosa_Organic.jpg?v=1755641567"},{"product_id":"powder-indigofera-longeracemosa-sumatra","title":"Natural Indigo Powder for Textile Dyeing - Indigofera longeracemosa","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"2834\" data-start=\"2792\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2834\" data-start=\"2792\"\u003eNatural Indigo Powder – Sumatra Indigo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3090\" data-start=\"2836\"\u003eThis is a rare natural indigo powder from Sumatra, made from \u003cem data-end=\"2923\" data-start=\"2897\"\u003eIndigofera longeracemosa\u003c\/em\u003e, a lesser-known indigo species valued for its strong blue pigment. Unlike cheap “indigo powder” sold for hair coloring, this is a textile dye prepared for vat dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3362\" data-start=\"3092\"\u003eUse it to create clear blues on wool, silk, cotton, linen, and other natural fibers. Like all indigo, it does not need a mordant. It must be used in an indigo vat with an alkali and a reducer, where the blue pigment is temporarily made soluble so it can enter the fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3656\" data-start=\"3364\"\u003eOur Sumatra indigo comes from a small family-run farm in Indonesia, where the plants are grown without pesticides and processed by traditional alkaline extraction. It is suitable for fructose vats, iron vats, hydros\/thiourea dioxide vats, fermentation vats, and other standard indigo methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3685\" data-start=\"3658\" data-section-id=\"1uqzcme\"\u003eWhy choose this indigo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4103\" data-start=\"3687\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3822\" data-start=\"3782\" data-section-id=\"1hjwjv\"\u003eMade from \u003cem data-end=\"3820\" data-start=\"3794\"\u003eIndigofera longeracemosa\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3846\" data-start=\"3823\" data-section-id=\"fw0dr\"\u003eNo mordant required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3907\" data-start=\"3847\" data-section-id=\"u7aazw\"\u003eSuitable for wool, silk, cotton, linen, hemp, and blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3972\" data-start=\"3908\" data-section-id=\"1qcmc6o\"\u003eBuilds from pale sky blue to deep navy through repeated dips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4103\" data-start=\"3973\" data-section-id=\"1sk8c3m\"\u003eCan be overdyed with weld, fustic, madder, cochineal, or tannins for greens, purples, teals, greys, and complex layered shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4128\" data-start=\"4105\" data-section-id=\"1w4sbv6\"\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4147\" data-start=\"4130\"\u003eAs a rough guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"4314\" data-start=\"4149\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4190\" data-start=\"4149\" data-section-id=\"y39197\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4176\" data-start=\"4151\"\u003e1–2 g per 100 g fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e: pale blues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4234\" data-start=\"4191\" data-section-id=\"14db65b\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4218\" data-start=\"4193\"\u003e4–6 g per 100 g fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e: medium blues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4314\" data-start=\"4235\" data-section-id=\"5oy528\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4265\" data-start=\"4237\"\u003e10–12 g+ per 100 g fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e: deep blues and navy, built with multiple dips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4464\" data-start=\"4316\"\u003eFinal depth depends on your vat strength, fiber preparation, number of dips, oxidation time, and whether you are dyeing protein or cellulose fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4484\" data-start=\"4466\" data-section-id=\"lg6pm8\"\u003eImportant note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4712\" data-start=\"4486\"\u003eIndigo is not used like most natural dyes. You cannot simply simmer it with fabric. It needs a vat with an alkali and a reducer. For beginners, choose the complete indigo kit or follow our step-by-step indigo vat instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4712\" data-start=\"4486\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew to indigo? Start with 50 g. 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Today, it remains a cornerstone of the natural dyer’s palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003eActive Coloring Compounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eAnthraquinones, primarily \u003cstrong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003ealizarin\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003epurpurin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eCI Colour Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1109\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eCI Natural Red 9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eShading Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eAlum mordant\u003c\/strong\u003e → deep, brilliant reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eExhaust baths\u003c\/strong\u003e → turkey red, mulberry, orange-red, terracotta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eOverdye with indigo\u003c\/strong\u003e → near-black, deep purples, crimson\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003eModifiers\u003c\/strong\u003e: iron → deeper, browner reds; alum + cream of tartar → clear, bright reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2429\"\u003eExtra Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003eLeftover madder baths can be used to feed an organic indigo vat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eMadder is a renewable resource with a positive CO₂ footprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eSource\u003cbr data-start=\"2586\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003ePremium Anatolian madder root, sustainably grown and processed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Natural Dye Store","offers":[{"title":"100 grams","offer_id":43136901283951,"sku":"MAD.POW.100","price":8.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200 grams","offer_id":43136901316719,"sku":"MAD.POW.200","price":17.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 grams","offer_id":43136901349487,"sku":"MAD.POW.500","price":39.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 grams","offer_id":43136901382255,"sku":"MAD.POW.1000","price":75.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/6177\/3679\/files\/Madder_Roots_Powder_PREMIUM_Rubia_Tinctorum.jpg?v=1755640846"},{"product_id":"murex-hexaplex-trunculus-glands-for-tyrian-purple-and-tkhelet-blue","title":"Murex Glands (Hexaplex trunculus) for Tyrian Purple \u0026 Tekhelet Blue Dye","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"585\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"338\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eMurex trunculus\u003c\/em\u003e sea snails have been the source of one of the world’s most precious dyes for millennia. Harvested by hand along rocky Mediterranean coastlines, these snails contain a small hypobranchial gland that produces a remarkable dyestuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eThe glands used for dyeing are a by-product of snails eaten locally as a fried seafood delicacy. The tiny glands are carefully removed, dried, and ground to preserve the precious dye precursors they contain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003eFrom this extraordinary source come Tyrian purple and tekhelet blue, two legendary colors of antiquity associated with royal garments, sacred textiles, and priestly traditions throughout the Mediterranean world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eLike indigo, murex dyes require a reduced vat to develop their color. During dyeing the material first appears greenish in the vat, then develops its characteristic purple or blue tones through oxidation in air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eUnder typical conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eWool\u003c\/strong\u003e develops rich purple shades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eSilk\u003c\/strong\u003e often shifts toward brilliant blue tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied in small research quantities due to the rarity of the material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eActive dye components\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003e6,6′-dibromoindigo (dibromoindigotin)\u003cbr data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eindigotin derivatives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eCI Natural Violet 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eShading tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1488\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eWool:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduced vat produces deep purples\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eSilk:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduced vat often produces clear blues\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eLight modifiers:\u003c\/strong\u003e can shift tones between violet, indigo-blue, and reddish purple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eMultiple dips:\u003c\/strong\u003e increase depth and richness of shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1833\"\u003eAs with indigo, vat chemistry and reduction conditions strongly influence the final color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003eUsage guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eDue to the small amount of pigment naturally present in the glands, this material is intended for sample dyeing and experimental work, not for piece dyeing of large textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003eA 5 g portion typically dyes approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003e10–25 g of fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e for strong shades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e25–60 g of fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e for lighter lavender tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2264\"\u003eResults vary depending on vat chemistry, species variation, and dyeing method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003eFor best results, dye small skeins or swatches rather than large pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Natural Dye Store","offers":[{"title":"5 grams","offer_id":52767598444655,"sku":"MUREX.5","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 grams","offer_id":43136903807087,"sku":"MUREX.10","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/6177\/3679\/files\/Murex_-_Hexaplex_Trunculus_-_glands_for_Tyrian_purple_and_Tkhelet_blue.jpg?v=1755564188"},{"product_id":"kakishibu-unripe-persimmon-tannin-extract-diospyros-kaki","title":"Kakishibu - Japanese Persimmon Tannin Dye - Diospyros kaki","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKakishibu — Japanese Persimmon Tannin Dye\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKakishibu (柿渋), also known as Japanese persimmon tannin, is a traditional natural dye made from the juice of unripe Japanese persimmons (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiospyros kaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e). The pressed juice is fermented and aged, allowing its tannins to develop into a distinctive dye and protective finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich in naturally occurring tannins, Kakishibu has been used in Japan for more than 700 years to color textiles, preserve fishing nets, protect wood, strengthen handmade paper, and increase the durability of everyday materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike most natural dyes, Kakishibu does not need to bond with the fiber in a hot dye bath. Its tannins gradually bond to one another, creating a thin, natural coating around the fibers. The color is built through repeated applications at room temperature, followed by drying and exposure to air and sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFreshly dyed fibers usually begin as orange-beige, warm honey, or caramel. As the Kakishibu oxidizes, the color continues to deepen over several days or weeks, developing into rich chestnut, walnut, and chocolate brown. Direct sunlight significantly accelerates this process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn after-treatment with ferrous sulfate transforms the warm brown tones into weathered gray, charcoal, and near-black shades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Use Kakishibu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKakishibu is used according to the concentration of the dye solution rather than strictly by weight of fiber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight solution — approximately 25 grams per liter of water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMix the Kakishibu powder with warm water, stir to fully dissolve. Allow the solution to stand for approximately four hours before use. During this time, it may become slightly thick or syrupy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThoroughly scour the material before dyeing. Wet it evenly, place it in the Kakishibu solution, and allow it to soak for approximately 20 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove the material, return all the squeezed-out liquid to the pot, and hang or lay it out to dry. Repeat the dipping and drying process until the desired depth of color is reached or the solution has been absorbed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the deepest color development, expose the dyed material to direct sunlight between applications and during the following days. Turn or reposition the material regularly so that it develops evenly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs a general guide, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 grams of Kakishibu dissolved in 1 liter of water is sufficient to dye approximately two cotton T-shirts to a medium shade using around three applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Actual coverage will vary according to fiber type, fabric weight, absorbency, and the depth of color desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShade Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne application:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft orange-beige to warm honey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepeated applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Caramel, chestnut, walnut, and deep chocolate brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gradually deepens and warms the color through oxidation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFerrous sulfate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Produces weathered gray, charcoal, and near-black shades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Accentuates the natural grain while creating a traditional protective finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional Properties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn addition to its distinctive earthy color, Kakishibu has traditionally been valued for its ability to impart:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreased water resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreater strength and durability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eResistance to mildew and decay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsect-repellent qualities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild antibacterial protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese characteristics have made Kakishibu popular not only with natural dyers and textile artists, but also with paper makers, leather workers, basket makers, and woodworkers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name Kakishibu comes from the Japanese words \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (柿), meaning persimmon, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshibu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (渋), meaning astringent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Kakishibu is produced by harvesting unripe persimmons when their tannin content is particularly high. The fruit is crushed and pressed, and the extracted juice is fermented and aged to create an exceptionally tannin-rich liquid.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorically, Japanese artisans used Kakishibu as both a dye and a practical protective finish for textiles, fishing nets, baskets, washi paper, wood, and other natural materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActive Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondensed tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGallotannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatechin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShibuol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical source:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiospyros kaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCI Natural Dye Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e None assigned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Japanese fishing nets were treated with Kakishibu to increase their resistance to water, mildew, insects, and decay. Rather than functioning only as a colorant, Kakishibu helped extend the useful life of materials that were constantly exposed to demanding conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Natural Dye Store","offers":[{"title":"25 grams","offer_id":43136913342575,"sku":"KAK.EXT.25","price":34.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":43136913375343,"sku":"KAK.EXT.50","price":58.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 grams","offer_id":43136913408111,"sku":"KAK.EXT.100","price":109.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/6177\/3679\/files\/Kakishibu_-_unripe_persimmon_tannin_extract_-_Diospyros_kaki.jpg?v=1755563907"},{"product_id":"bulkul-x-bulkul-cruelty-free-silk-scarf-55-200-cm-handspun-handwoven","title":"Wild Silk Scarf – Bulkul Tassar Silk – Handspun Handwoven Cruelty-Free – 55 × 200 cm","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese beautiful scarves are made from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulkul Tassar silk in both warp and weft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving them a thicker, richer texture than our Matka\/Bulkul scarves. They are handspun and handwoven from unbleached spun silk, with natural twisted fringes and deep variegated tones of brown, caramel, and dark toffee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBulkul silk is spun from the peduncles of the Tussar silk moth cocoon. The moths feed on oak leaves, which helps give this silk its warm, earthy color palette. Because the silk is spun rather than reeled, the surface has a wonderfully tactile texture, with natural slubs, movement, and variation. No two scarves are exactly alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonestly, I do not think these scarves need any dyeing or printing at all. They are beautiful just as they are. But for natural dyers, they are also a fantastic canvas: dyed with indigo, they develop a deep teal-green shade; dyed with madder, they become a textured earthy red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Bulkul silk scarves are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAhimsa \/ cruelty-free peace silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, handspun and handwoven by artisans in a workshop where all production steps are done in-house, from cleaning and spinning to weaving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese scarves do not need scouring. 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