Natural Dye

Jan 27, 20232 min read

Dyeing with Cutch: A Dusty Pink Linen I can't resist!

Every few months I experiment with new natural, plant-based dye colors for my handmade clothing business. Looking for a dye color that...

Jun 22, 20222 min read

My little natural dye house in Providence, RI

Many artists dream of magnificent, shiny, Pinterest-worthy art studios, but we all start... somewhere else. Today I'll tell you a little...

Jun 10, 20225 min read

Here's how to wash naturally dyed fabric and clothing (realistically)...

What is Naturally-Dyed (aka Plant-Dyed) fabric? Clothing that has been labeled as "naturally dyed" (aka plant-dyed or botanically dyed)...

Apr 27, 20222 min read

Zero-waste fashion designer uses scraps for colorful patchwork flowy pants

I highly value resourcefulness in life-- to save time and money, and of course, to reduce the impact of consumerism on the environment!...

Mar 30, 20228 min read

How to dye fabric with tea!

Choosing a natural, plant-based dye: When professionally dyeing my natural fiber clothing with pigments from plants, I always lean toward...

Mar 7, 20222 min read

Wearing an Ancient Art: Clothing in Indigo Color

My journey into the deep blues of the rich indigo color: Every few months I experiment with new natural, plant-based dye colors for my...

Feb 22, 20223 min read

What is the history of Natural Dye? It's weirder than you'd think!