The Complete Beginners Guide to Mordanting for Natural Dyeing - Natural Dye Tutorial
The Complete Beginners Guide to Mordanting for Natural Dyeing - Natural Dye Tutorial
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Mordanting can feel like one of the trickiest parts of natural dyeing—I still remember how overwhelmed I felt when I first started. The sheer amount of information online didn’t help either! That’s why I created this tutorial: to break it all down in a simple, clear way and guide you through the process so you can confidently create your own beautifully dyed fabrics.
I often get questions like:
- “How do you make the color stay after washing?”
- “What’s the best way to wash dyed fabric?"
- “Do you need to pre-treat the fabric before dyeing?”
This tutorial is designed to answer all these questions and more, giving you all the tools you need to create lasting, vibrant natural colors on fabric that will be both light- and washfast.
What's inside the tutorial?
What's inside the tutorial?
This guide is your go-to resource for mastering mordanting—THE essential step for achieving long-lasting, vibrant natural dye results. Whether you're completely new to natural dyeing or looking to refine your technique, this beginner-friendly eBook covers everything you need to know to get started.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
🌿 What is mordanting? Why it’s key to fixing natural dyes on fabric.
🌿 Types of Mordants: Learn about alum, tannin, iron, and other natural alternatives.
🌿 Step-by-Step Instructions: How to mordant cotton, linen, silk, and wool.
🌿 Shifting the color with iron modifiers and create a range of colors
🌿 Tips & Tricks for Success: Avoid common mistakes and achieve the best results.
🌿 Eco-Friendly Practices: Focus on safe, sustainable processes.
🌿 Bonus Section: how to paint and print with mordants to create beautiful designs.
The guide includes detailed instructions, lots of fotos, a list of materials, and troubleshooting advice to give you the confidence to start mordanting your own fabrics at home.
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