Both of the batches used yarn mordanted* with alum sulfate. The first batch is Cochineal and Weld. Somewhat different than the batch mordanted with alum and Cream of Tartar. I really like the bronzed purples I got with this combination. The Cochineal/Weld with the Cream of Tartar is pinker. That seems to be consistent with my results for Cochineal in general.
This batch is Madder and Weld. The colors are exquisite. The orange is a rich beautiful orange with the other two skeins being more red/orange. Again, slightly different than the Madder/Weld batch with the Cream of Tartar.I am out of Weld extract so the next batch will be Lac and Weld flowers. Stay tuned for more oranges golds, red/oranges, and bronzed purples.
Posting will be a bit sporatic this week but the dyeing will continue! -Renee
*see glossary
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Hi, Renee! I've been away from the computer for what seems like forever when I see what you have been up to. Great colors! The madder/weld ones are so powerful, and the copper overtones you get with coch and alum sulfate are so interesting. You are right about all of the fascinating variations you can get with different combinations of these reds and yellows. I have always liked lac and fustic. You get pinks good enough to eat.
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