Yesterday you saw how my kitchen counter looks after several days of dyeing. Life often gets in the way so I have developed a method that helps me to get at least a batch or two done even on the …
Dyeing Rug Hooking Wool is Messy
This post is for Hilda in Olive Branch, MS. Hilda is thinking about getting into dyeing. I hope this does not scare you off, Hilda. …
Dyeing Basics: The Science of Dyeing Wool for Rug Hooking
I will have the dye pots out for the month of April. This is when I prepare for all the workshops I will be teaching the rest of the year. It's not a perfect process and I will usually have to get …
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Measurements for Dyeing Made Easy
Need to double fractions or cut them in half or quarter for wool dye recipes? Try this easy method. I spent the weekend in Centerville, OH with my good friend, Sue Ellen Fox. In the evening we …
Dye Methods: Marbelizing Wool
As promised yesterday, here is the information on the marbelizing method. Follow this quick recipe: Place wool that you have rolled and twisted into a large pan. Cover with …
Alaina helps me dye again
Here is Ally helping my get ready to dye today. The bottom picture is of Ally several years ago when she helped me test my dye book colors. Notice the difference in her height. She is officially …