{"title":"Natural Dyes for Wool \u0026 Silk","description":"\u003cp\u003eWool, yarn and silk are protein fibers. They take natural dyes beautifully and give the richest, brightest colors. This collection has the mordants and dyes that work best on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe wool and silk method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScour\u003c\/strong\u003e gently with a pH-neutral wool wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMordant\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/aluminium-potassium-sulphate-mordant-modifiers\"\u003ealum\u003c\/a\u003e at 10–15% WOF, with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/cream-of-tartar\"\u003ecream of tartar\u003c\/a\u003e (about 6% WOF) for wool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/madder-root-powder\"\u003emadder\u003c\/a\u003e for reds, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/weld-powder-natural-dye\"\u003eweld\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/buckthorn-natural-dye\"\u003ebuckthorn\u003c\/a\u003e for yellows, or \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/natural-indigo-extract\"\u003eindigo\u003c\/a\u003e for blues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProtect the fiber\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat and cool slowly, and do not stir hard, so wool does not felt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep silk below a simmer to protect its shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/iron-ferrous-sulphate\"\u003eiron\u003c\/a\u003e at 1% WOF or less on wool and silk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003eWOF calculator\u003c\/a\u003e to get exact grams for your yarn, and read \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/how-to-mordant-protein-fibres-wool-silk\"\u003ehow to mordant wool and silk\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much alum do I need for wool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 10–15% alum WOF. For 100 g of wool that is 10–15 g of alum, often with about 6 g of cream of tartar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I dye silk with natural dyes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Silk takes natural dyes very well. Mordant with alum and keep the dye bath below a simmer to protect its shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I stop wool from felting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid sudden temperature changes and hard stirring. Heat slowly, move the yarn gently and let it cool in the bath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much alum do I need for wool?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Use 10–15% alum WOF. For 100 g of wool that is 10–15 g of alum, often with about 6 g of cream of tartar.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I dye silk with natural dyes?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Silk takes natural dyes very well. Mordant with alum and keep the dye bath below a simmer to protect its shine.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do I stop wool from felting?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Avoid sudden temperature changes and hard stirring. Heat slowly, move the yarn gently and let it cool in the bath.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"buckthorn-seed-powder-natural-dye-yellow","title":"Persian Berry Powder – Ground Turkish Buckthorn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersian berry powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is finely ground Turkish \u003cstrong\u003ecehri\u003c\/strong\u003e, the dried unripe berries of dyer's buckthorn (\u003cem\u003eRhamnus\u003c\/em\u003e, mainly \u003cem\u003eR. petiolaris\u003c\/em\u003e) from Anatolia. It gives the same warm golden yellows as whole berries, but with no crushing and a shorter extraction. A good choice for small batches, eco printing and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/eco-printing-guide\"\u003ebundle dyeing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlum:\u003c\/strong\u003e clear yellow to deep golden yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlkaline afterbath:\u003c\/strong\u003e orange-gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron:\u003c\/strong\u003e olive, khaki and reseda green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverdyed with indigo:\u003c\/strong\u003e greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeigh\u003c\/strong\u003e your dry fiber. Use 10–20% WOF powder, starting at 15%. Use up to 30% for the deepest gold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMordant\u003c\/strong\u003e wool and silk with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/aluminium-potassium-sulphate-mordant-modifiers\"\u003ealum\u003c\/a\u003e (10–15% WOF). Give cotton and linen a tannin bath first, then alum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake a paste\u003c\/strong\u003e of the powder with warm water, add it to the dye pot and simmer gently for 30–45 minutes. Strain through fine cloth to avoid specks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye\u003c\/strong\u003e the wet, mordanted fiber at 80–85 °C (176–185 °F) for 45–60 minutes, then cool in the bath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShift\u003c\/strong\u003e the color if you like: a weak \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/iron-ferrous-sulphate\"\u003eiron\u003c\/a\u003e dip (0.25–1% WOF) for olive, or a short soda ash rinse for orange-gold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e good wash-fastness on alum-mordanted wool and silk. Lightfastness is moderate: like most flavonoid yellows it is less lightfast than \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/weld-powder-natural-dye\"\u003eweld\u003c\/a\u003e. Use it where its warm golden tone matters, add cream of tartar to the wool mordant, and keep finished pieces out of strong sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther names\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian berries is a trade name, not a place of origin. In the 19th century most \"Persian berries\" sold in Europe were shipped from Smyrna (İzmir) and Aleppo. You may also see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persian berries, Turkish berries, yellow berries, Avignon berries, buckthorn berries, dyer's buckthorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurkish:\u003c\/strong\u003e cehri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench:\u003c\/strong\u003e graines de Perse, graines d'Avignon, graine jaune, nerprun des teinturiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerman:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gelbbeeren, Kreuzdornbeeren\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom the Anatolian steppe to France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCehri grows wild on dry, rocky slopes of Central Anatolia. Ottoman records name Kayseri as the largest growing area and İskilip (Çorum) as the source of the best berries. In 1852 İzmir alone exported about 650 tonnes, and by the late 19th century France was buying about 90% of all Ottoman cehri exports. French dyers and painters used it for yellows on silk and for the yellow lake pigment \u003cem\u003estil de grain\u003c\/em\u003e. Dyers in Anatolia used it for the yellows and greens of carpets and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eRhamnus\u003c\/em\u003e (mainly \u003cem\u003eR. petiolaris\u003c\/em\u003e), ground dried unripe berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anatolia, Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g, 400 g and 1 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e sealed, cool and dry. Natural batches vary slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDye-ready fabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e try it on our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-4-layer-cotton-muslin-for-natural-dye-testing\"\u003eundyed 4-layer cotton gauze\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor dyeing only, not for food or medicinal use. Buckthorn berries contain natural laxative compounds (anthraquinones such as emodin). Keep away from children and pets, use dedicated dye pots, and wear a dust mask when you grind berries or measure powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/buckthorn-dye-guide\"\u003ePersian berries (buckthorn) dye guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/comparison-between-mordant-methods-with-buckthorn-dye\"\u003e6 mordant methods compared with buckthorn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther forms:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/buckthorn-natural-dye\"\u003ewhole Persian berries\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/buckthorn-extract-natural-dye\"\u003ePersian berry extract\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator?dye=buckthorn-powder\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much Persian berry powder do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 10–20% WOF. Start at 15%, which is 15 g of powder for 100 g of dry fiber. Use up to 30% for the deepest gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the powder the same as the whole berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is the same Turkish cehri berries, finely ground. Powder releases color faster, so you need less of it and no overnight soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a mordant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use alum on wool and silk, and tannin plus alum on cotton and linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Persian berry yellow lightfast?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is moderately lightfast. Weld is more lightfast. A full alum mordant with cream of tartar on wool and storage out of strong sun help it last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much Persian berry powder do I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Use 10–20% WOF. Start at 15%, which is 15 g of powder for 100 g of dry fiber. Use up to 30% for the deepest gold.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is the powder the same as the whole berries?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, it is the same Turkish cehri berries, finely ground. Powder releases color faster, so you need less of it and no overnight soaking.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I need a mordant?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Use alum on wool and silk, and tannin plus alum on cotton and linen.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is Persian berry yellow lightfast?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is moderately lightfast. Weld is more lightfast. A full alum mordant with cream of tartar on wool and storage out of strong sun help it last.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":34784599277725,"sku":"BUCKTHORN100","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":34798301479069,"sku":"BUCKTHORN400","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44226229567722,"sku":"BUCKTHORN2lb","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/buckthorn-seed-powder-rhamnus-themazi-packaging.jpg?v=1769109957"},{"product_id":"madder-root-powder","title":"Madder Root Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadder root powder\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eRubia tinctorum\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the oldest and most trusted natural red dyes. Our roots are grown in Turkey's Aegean region, harvested only after at least three years when their alizarin content reaches optimal levels, shade-dried to protect pigment strength, and finely ground at themazi. The result is a high-quality powder with rich, stable and vibrant red tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat colors can you get with madder root?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft pinks, warm reds, deep brick tones and dark burgundy, depending on your mordant and technique. Lighter shades can be achieved without a mordant. For deeper, more complex colors, use alum, tannin or iron as modifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWorks on\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCotton, linen, wool, silk and other natural fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGreat for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural textile dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand dyeing and workshop use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber artists and small studios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional and experimental dyeing techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 g (3.5 oz), 400 g (14.1 oz) and 1 kg (2.2 lb).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePair it with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare cotton and linen with our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/oak-gall-powder-white\"\u003ewhite oak gall powder\u003c\/a\u003e (natural tannin mordant) and start from an \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-cotton-fabric-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eundyed cotton fabric\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete natural dyeing setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA dye with a long history\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadder root has been used for centuries by the Romans, Vikings and medieval European dyers, and was also favored by renowned artists for pigment production, making it both a cultural and an artistic material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBulk orders and shipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe support small businesses and artisans with special pricing on bulk orders starting from 30 kg. Worldwide shipping is available via DHL, UPS and FedEx, with shipping costs calculated by weight and optimized for larger orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/madder-dye-troubleshooting-brown-not-red\"\u003eMadder troubleshooting: brown, not red?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":34798336278685,"sku":"MADDER100","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":34798336311453,"sku":"MADDER400","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44277507162346,"sku":"MADDER1kg","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/madder-root-powder-rubia-tinctorum-themazi.jpg?v=1768566999"},{"product_id":"weld-powder-natural-dye","title":"Weld Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeld powder\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional natural dye made from finely ground weld plant material (\u003cem\u003eReseda luteola\u003c\/em\u003e), one of the classic sources of bright, clear yellow. It suits makers who prefer the traditional dyebath workflow and want flexible shade building across different natural fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eReseda luteola\u003c\/em\u003e (L.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor range:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright lemon yellow to warm golden yellow; with iron, chartreuse\/olive shifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g (3.5 oz), 400 g (14.1 oz), 1 kg (2.2 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool and silk with alum mordant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton and linen (tannin + alum recommended for the strongest yellows)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional botanical dye workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreens when overdyed with indigo (fresh lime-to-leaf greens)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChartreuse\/olive tones using iron as a modifier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDye recipes and shade guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet three classic shades from weld: lemon yellow, golden yellow and olive\/chartreuse (iron shift). \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/blogs\/news\/weld-powder-dye-recipes\"\u003eRead the full guide and recipes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrefer an extract?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want faster preparation and more repeatable results with less handling, choose our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/weld-extract-reseda-luteola\"\u003eweld extract\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStart with the right base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to dye a finished item? Try our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-4-layer-muslin-baby-blanket\"\u003eundyed 4-layer muslin baby blanket\u003c\/a\u003e. If you prefer to start with yardage, see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-cotton-fabric-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eundyed cotton fabric\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural batches may vary slightly. Store sealed in a cool, dry place. Avoid inhaling dust when measuring powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":34777335627933,"sku":"Weld100","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":34799903277213,"sku":"Weld400","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44350761107690,"sku":"Weld1KG","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/weld-powder-reseda-luteola-themazi-pack.jpg?v=1770208296"},{"product_id":"safflower-natural-dye","title":"Safflower Petals","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafflower petals\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCarthamus tinctorius\u003c\/em\u003e) are a classic natural dye for vibrant yellow and pink, plus orange\/coral tones and even reds, depending on the method and fibers used. Safflower is a thistle-like plant with yellow flowers, cultivated mainly for vegetable oil from its seeds, and it grows well in dry areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical use of safflower\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafflower is one of the earliest known dyestuffs, with evidence of its use in textiles from ancient Egypt more than 1900 years BCE. It has been a crop in Mesopotamia since 2500 BCE. Burnt flowers were used in ancient Egyptian cosmetics and dried flowers were hung in the tombs of the pharaohs. It was introduced into China 2000 years BCE and is still used in traditional Chinese medicine today. For hundreds of years it has been used as a substitute for saffron, as its perfume and flavor are very similar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to dye with safflower petals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure your fiber or fabric has been properly scoured before use. For pink colors mordanting is not required, but it is recommended for increasing the light-fastness of yellow tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYellow and pink from safflower\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse at least 100 g of dried safflower petals to dye approximately 100 g of fiber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the petals in a muslin bag or a very fine sieve. Cover with cold water and leave for at least an hour, agitating occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrain off the yellow liquid and reserve it, squeezing or pressing the petals as much as possible. Repeat, adding the yellow liquid to your reserved batch. Repeat again if the liquid still looks a strong yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring the reserved yellow liquid to the boil and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour. Add mordanted fabric or fiber, simmer a further 45 minutes and leave to cool. Leave overnight for stronger colors. An iron sulphate modifier after dyeing gives mustard and olive greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak the petals further in cold water, discarding the water each time, until very little yellow is extracted. Then add a few litres of water modified to pH 11 with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/soda-ash-sodium-carbonate\"\u003esoda ash\u003c\/a\u003e. Check the pH carefully, as making the solution too alkaline will spoil the process. Leave to infuse for a few hours, agitating occasionally. The liquid will gradually turn orange\/brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the petals and reduce the pH of the dyebath to pH 6 using clear vinegar or lemon juice. It will turn a reddish color. Add unmordanted cellulose fibers and\/or silk and leave to soak overnight. Do not heat the dyebath. Cellulose fibers take on pink colors and silk turns orange\/coral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eYellow only\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you only want yellow, simmer the petals in water for 45 minutes and strain. Add fiber or fabric, simmer for 45 minutes and leave to cool, overnight for stronger colors. An iron sulphate modifier after dyeing gives mustard and olive greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying safflower in bulk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell dried safflower petals in small quantities as shown on our website, and we also sell bulk quantities wholesale. Every order over 50 kg is considered wholesale and receives discounted prices. To enquire, please \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":34799855534237,"sku":"Safflower100","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":34799855567005,"sku":"Safflower400","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44350778540266,"sku":"Safflower1KG","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/SafflowerNaturalDye_Organic.jpg?v=1706473921"},{"product_id":"black-walnut-hull-powder","title":"Black Walnut Hull Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack walnut hull powder\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eJuglans nigra\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tannin-rich natural dye material that produces warm, earthy browns, from light tan to deep chocolate, depending on concentration and fiber type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur walnut hulls are collected in the Mesopotamia region of Turkey, shade-dried to preserve color content, then carefully powdered in-house at themazi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorks well on:\u003c\/strong\u003e cotton, linen, wool and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e it can often be used without a mordant. Iron can deepen shades toward darker, charcoal browns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use black walnut hull powder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScour your fabric or fiber before dyeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with 30–50 g of powder per 100 g of fiber (30–50% WOF). Use 75–100% WOF for deep chocolate browns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for cold, hot or all-in-one dyebath techniques.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 g (3.5 oz), 400 g (14.1 oz) and 1 kg (2.2 lb).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWalnuts are harvested in September for food use. The hulls, a by-product, are naturally dried and then powdered on our own machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePair it with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry it on our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-cotton-fabric-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eundyed cotton fabric\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-cotton-socks-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eundyed cotton socks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/black-walnut-dye-guide\"\u003eBlack walnut dye guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":34784450379933,"sku":"Walnut100","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":34784646070429,"sku":"Walnut400","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44226220785898,"sku":"Walnut1KG","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/black-walnut-hull-powder-packaging-front.jpg?v=1768936455"},{"product_id":"pomegranate-peel-powder-dye","title":"Pomegranate Peel Powder","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePomegranate Peel Powder\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etannin-rich natural dye\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e made from dried pomegranate peels. It’s valued by natural dyers for producing \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esoft warm yellows\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and for its tannin content, which can support \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecellulose dye workflows\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eiron-shifted olive\/grey tones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003ci\u003ePunica granatum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eForm:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Fine powder (ready to use)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCotton \u0026amp; linen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (cellulose fibers), especially when working with tannin-based processes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWool \u0026amp; silk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with alum mordant for warm, earthy yellows\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEco printing \/ botanical dyeing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOlive, khaki, and grey shifts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e using iron as a modifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use (quick guide)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e your fabric thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMordant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with alum (cellulose may benefit from a tannin step depending on your process).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUse \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10–30% WOF\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e depending on depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSimmer gently \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e30–60 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, then let cool in the bath for deeper tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eTip:\u003c\/i\u003e Add a small amount of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eiron\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to shift shades toward olive\/grey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDye-ready fabric suggestion:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e For clean, even results, try it on our Retro Şile Cotton Fabric: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/products\/retro-sile-cotton-fabric-natural-dyeing\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eretro sile cotton fabric for natural dyeing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e Notes \u0026amp; storage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Natural batches may vary slightly. Store sealed in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/pomegranate-dye-guide\"\u003ePomegranate dye guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":35456678625437,"sku":"Pomegranate100","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":35456678690973,"sku":"Pomegranate400","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44350751178986,"sku":"Pomegranate1KG","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/themazi-pomegranate-peel-powder-packaging.jpg?v=1769197984"},{"product_id":"onion-skin-for-natural-dyeing","title":"Onion Skins (Dried)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe sell onion skins as a dye material because not everyone eats onions. Our skins come from locally grown onions: farmers and market sellers separate the outer layers for us, we check that the peels are thoroughly dry and clean, and package them here at themazi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnion skin\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eAllium cepa\u003c\/em\u003e L.) comes from a bulbous plant. As onions become fully grown, the foliage dies back and the outer layers of the bulbs turn crispy and papery. These peels are what is used as a natural dye. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.medium.com\/how-to-naturally-dye-fabric-at-home-with-onion-skins-7f2c10d4a395\"\u003eOnion is one of the easiest dyestuffs\u003c\/a\u003e to use because it does not require a mordant and can safely be used in your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat colors does onion skin dye give?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow and orange\/brown shades, and soft olive greens with the addition of iron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you need a mordant for onion skin dye?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. A mordant isn't required, particularly when working with cellulose fibers like cotton or linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to dye with onion skins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake sure your fiber or fabric has been properly scoured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse two good handfuls of onion skins to make a dyebath. A small amount of skins can give strong color; the depth of shade depends on the amount of dye, the fiber type and the dyeing method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the skins in a pan and cover with enough water so your fabric can move around easily for even dye uptake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring the dyebath to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the skins if you wish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your wet or damp fibers and simmer for another half hour. Let the dyebath cool for several hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA second and later use of the dyebath gives paler shades. Simply reheat the bath and add more fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor soft olive green, briefly dip the dyed fibers into an iron solution and rinse thoroughly afterwards. You can make the iron solution from iron sulfate or from rusty metal soaked in 50:50 water for a week or so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also watch our friend \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CnL3NlJq_kg\"\u003eBillynou dyeing with onion skins\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying onion skins in bulk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethemazi sources onion peel in Turkey and offers it wholesale. The minimum order for wholesale onion peel is 10 kg. For wholesale inquiries and price offers, please \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"Red Onion Skin 50 g (1.76 oz)","offer_id":36844145082525,"sku":"RedOnionSkin100","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange Onion Skin 50 g (1.76 oz)","offer_id":36844145148061,"sku":"OrangeOnionSkin100","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/ScreenShot2021-04-15at16.25.00.png?v=1706616220"},{"product_id":"iron-ferrous-sulphate","title":"Iron (Ferrous Sulphate)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIron (ferrous sulfate)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the classic \"saddening\" mordant and color modifier in natural dyeing. A very small amount shifts natural dyes toward deeper, cooler tones: yellows become olive and khaki, madder reds turn plum and purple, and tannins such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/oak-gallnut-powder-green\"\u003eoak galls\u003c\/a\u003e turn soft gray to black. Iron also improves the light fastness of many natural dyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 g (1.76 oz). Because iron is used in such small amounts, 50 g treats a lot of fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much iron to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a modifier (afterbath):\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25% WOF for a light shift, 0.5–1% for medium, up to 2% for dark shades. For 100 g of fiber, that is just 0.25–2 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a mordant:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4% WOF, mainly on cotton and linen. Never use more than 4%, as too much iron weakens fibers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWool and silk:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep to 1% WOF or less. Iron can make protein fibers feel harsh and brittle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith tannins for grays and blacks:\u003c\/strong\u003e treat the fiber with tannin first, then give it a 0.5–2% WOF iron bath. Repeat for darker shades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWOF means the dry weight of fiber. Not sure what that means? Read our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/mordants-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eguide to mordants for natural dyeing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use iron as an afterbath\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDye your fiber as usual, for example with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/madder-root-powder\"\u003emadder\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/weld-powder-natural-dye\"\u003eweld\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/pomegranate-peel-powder-dye\"\u003epomegranate\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the weighed iron in a cup of cold water, then add it to a pot or bucket of warm water (about 50 °C \/ 120 °F) with room for the fiber to move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the wet, dyed fiber and keep it moving. Colors change within minutes. Lift it out as soon as you like the shade; do not leave fiber in iron for more than about 30 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse well, then wash with a pH-neutral soap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTips and safety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep iron separate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a dedicated pot, spoon and bucket for iron. Even small traces left in equipment will dull later dye baths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart small.\u003c\/strong\u003e You can always dip again, but you cannot remove iron once the color has shifted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear gloves and a dust mask when weighing, avoid breathing steam, and cover work surfaces: iron stains wood and skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Iron is harmful if swallowed. Store sealed in a dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee it in action:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/how-to-madder-dyeing-purples-and-mauves\"\u003emadder purples and mauves with iron\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/how-to-make-oakgall-ink\"\u003eiron gall ink\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/weld-powder-dye-recipes\"\u003eweld olive greens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does iron do in natural dyeing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron darkens and cools colors. It turns yellows olive, reds purple and tannins gray to black, and it improves light fastness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use iron on wool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but use 1% WOF or less and keep the temperature low. Too much iron makes wool and silk harsh and brittle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does 50 g of iron last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long time. At 1% WOF, 50 g of iron is enough to modify about 5 kg of fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/iron-mordant-ferrous-sulfate-guide\"\u003eIron mordant guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does iron do in natural dyeing?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Iron darkens and cools colors. 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At 1% WOF, 50 g of iron is enough to modify about 5 kg of fiber.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"50 gr","offer_id":37076109983901,"sku":"IRON50","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/products\/IMG_6402.jpg?v=1635021433"},{"product_id":"aluminium-potassium-sulphate-mordant-modifiers","title":"Alum Mordant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlum (potassium aluminium sulphate)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a classic mordant used in natural dyeing to help dyes bond to fibers and improve wash and light fastness. It suits most natural fibers and is especially popular for bright, clear colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein fibers:\u003c\/strong\u003e wool, silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellulose fibers:\u003c\/strong\u003e cotton, linen, hemp, bamboo (tannin pre-treatment recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use (by weight of fiber, WOF)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWool and silk:\u003c\/strong\u003e use 10-15% WOF alum. Dissolve fully in hot water, add to a mordant bath, then add pre-wetted fiber and hold warm for 1-2 hours (or soak longer for convenience).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCotton and linen:\u003c\/strong\u003e first treat with tannin (8-10% WOF), then mordant with alum (15% WOF) and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/soda-ash-sodium-carbonate\"\u003esoda ash\u003c\/a\u003e (2% WOF) in a warm bath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePowder or crystals\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowder:\u003c\/strong\u003e dissolves faster and is ideal for quick prep or small batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystals:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy to handle and measure for larger batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults are the same when measured by weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResults vary with fiber type, dye type and water chemistry. Store dry and tightly closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn more\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-prepare-fiber-fabric-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eHow to prepare fiber and fabric for natural dyeing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/oak-gallnut-powder-green\"\u003eRecommended tannins for cellulose: green oak gall powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"Crystals \/ 100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":44226202075370,"sku":"","price":7.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Crystals \/ 400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":43365180244202,"sku":"","price":18.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Crystals \/ 1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44226202108138,"sku":"","price":28.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Powder \/ 100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":45856244138218,"sku":null,"price":8.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Powder \/ 400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":45856244170986,"sku":null,"price":19.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Powder \/ 1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":45856244203754,"sku":null,"price":29.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/themazi-alum-potassium-aluminium-sulphate-mordant-dye-assistant.jpg?v=1771528782"},{"product_id":"natural-indigo-extract","title":"Natural Indigo Extract","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural indigo extract\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eIndigofera tinctoria\u003c\/em\u003e) is sourced from India and prepared for reliable indigo vat dyeing. It produces deep, classic blues on natural fibers through reduction (vat) dyeing, and no mordant is required. It is ideal for studios and makers who want consistent results and repeatable shade building from light to dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndigotin (coloring content):\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 40%, lab-tested at 40.03% ± 0.5% (certificate of analysis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMordant:\u003c\/strong\u003e not required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g (3.5 oz), 400 g (14.1 oz), 1 kg (2.2 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is indigo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndigo is a traditional blue dye obtained from the leaves of indigo plants. Unlike most natural dyes, indigo needs a \u003cstrong\u003ereduction vat\u003c\/strong\u003e to bond with fibers. This is what lets the dye attach and develop rich blue shades after oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you need a mordant for indigo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Indigo bonds through vat dyeing (reduction and oxidation) rather than through a typical mordant-dye-fiber bond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndigo vat guide and recipes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/blogs\/news\/indigo-vat-guide\"\u003eRead the full indigo vat guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStart with the right fabric\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry indigo on our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-cotton-fabric-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eundyed cotton fabric\u003c\/a\u003e or our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-cotton-socks-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eundyed cotton socks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":37538702327965,"sku":"INDIGO100","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":37538702360733,"sku":"INDIGO400","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":44350769103082,"sku":"INDIGO1KG","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/natural-indigo-extract-themazi-pack.jpg?v=1770234561"},{"product_id":"buckthorn-natural-dye","title":"Persian Berries (Whole) – Turkish Buckthorn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersian berries (whole)\u003c\/strong\u003e are the dried, unripe berries of Turkish \u003cstrong\u003ecehri\u003c\/strong\u003e, a dyer's buckthorn (\u003cem\u003eRhamnus\u003c\/em\u003e, mainly \u003cem\u003eR. petiolaris\u003c\/em\u003e) native to the Anatolian steppe. They give some of the warmest, brightest natural yellows: from clear yellow to rich gold, orange-gold in an alkaline bath, and olive or reseda green with iron. Whole berries are the traditional form. Crush them, soak overnight and simmer to release the color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlum:\u003c\/strong\u003e clear yellow to deep golden yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlkaline afterbath:\u003c\/strong\u003e orange-gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron:\u003c\/strong\u003e olive, khaki and reseda green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverdyed with indigo:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright to deep greens; with madder: warm oranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use whole Persian berries\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeigh\u003c\/strong\u003e your dry fiber. Use 20–30% WOF berries for a full yellow, about 50% for deep gold and up to 100% for the deepest shades. Start at 30%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrush\u003c\/strong\u003e the berries in a mortar, or wrap them in a cloth and tap with a hammer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoak\u003c\/strong\u003e them overnight in hot water, then simmer gently for 30–60 minutes and strain. Keep the berries for a second, paler bath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMordant\u003c\/strong\u003e wool and silk with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/aluminium-potassium-sulphate-mordant-modifiers\"\u003ealum\u003c\/a\u003e (10–15% WOF) and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/cream-of-tartar\"\u003ecream of tartar\u003c\/a\u003e. Give cotton and linen a tannin bath first, then alum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye\u003c\/strong\u003e the wet, mordanted fiber at 80–85 °C (176–185 °F) for 45–60 minutes, then let it cool in the bath. Avoid a hard boil, which dulls the yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e good wash-fastness on alum-mordanted wool and silk. Lightfastness is moderate: like most flavonoid yellows it is less lightfast than \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/weld-powder-natural-dye\"\u003eweld\u003c\/a\u003e. Use it where its warm golden tone matters, add cream of tartar to the wool mordant, and keep finished pieces out of strong sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther names\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian berries is a trade name, not a place of origin. In the 19th century most \"Persian berries\" sold in Europe were shipped from Smyrna (İzmir) and Aleppo. You may also see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persian berries, Turkish berries, yellow berries, Avignon berries, buckthorn berries, dyer's buckthorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurkish:\u003c\/strong\u003e cehri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench:\u003c\/strong\u003e graines de Perse, graines d'Avignon, graine jaune, nerprun des teinturiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerman:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gelbbeeren, Kreuzdornbeeren\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom the Anatolian steppe to France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCehri grows wild on dry, rocky slopes of Central Anatolia. Ottoman records name Kayseri as the largest growing area and İskilip (Çorum) as the source of the best berries. In 1852 İzmir alone exported about 650 tonnes, and by the late 19th century France was buying about 90% of all Ottoman cehri exports. French dyers and painters used it for yellows on silk and for the yellow lake pigment \u003cem\u003estil de grain\u003c\/em\u003e. Dyers in Anatolia used it for the yellows and greens of carpets and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eRhamnus\u003c\/em\u003e (mainly \u003cem\u003eR. petiolaris\u003c\/em\u003e), dried unripe berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anatolia, Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain colorants:\u003c\/strong\u003e rhamnetin, rhamnazin, quercetin and kaempferol glycosides, with the anthraquinone emodin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g, 400 g and 1 kg. Larger amounts: see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/wholesale-natural-dyes\"\u003ewholesale page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e sealed, cool and dry. Natural batches vary slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDye-ready fabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e try it on our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/double-layer-muslin-fabric\"\u003eundyed 2-layer cotton gauze\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/natural-dyes-for-wool-silk\"\u003ewool and silk\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor dyeing only, not for food or medicinal use. Buckthorn berries contain natural laxative compounds (anthraquinones such as emodin). Keep away from children and pets, use dedicated dye pots, and wear a dust mask when you grind berries or measure powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/buckthorn-dye-guide\"\u003ePersian berries (buckthorn) dye guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/comparison-between-mordant-methods-with-buckthorn-dye\"\u003e6 mordant methods compared with buckthorn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther forms:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/buckthorn-seed-powder-natural-dye-yellow\"\u003ePersian berry powder\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/buckthorn-extract-natural-dye\"\u003ePersian berry extract\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator?dye=buckthorn-seeds\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are Persian berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian berries are the dried unripe berries of dyer's buckthorn (Rhamnus). Ours are Turkish cehri from Anatolia. Despite the name, the berries sold in Europe historically came mainly from Turkey and Syria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much whole Persian berries do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 20–30% WOF for a full yellow, about 50% for deep gold and up to 100% for the deepest shades. Start at 30%, which is 30 g of berries for 100 g of dry fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo Persian berries need a mordant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use alum on wool and silk, and tannin plus alum on cotton and linen. Without a mordant the yellow is pale and fades quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get green with Persian berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDye yellow and give a light iron afterbath for olive and reseda green, or overdye the yellow in an indigo vat for bright greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre seeds and berries the same thing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Dyers often call cehri \"buckthorn seeds\", but the product is the whole dried berry. Crush the berries before use so the color releases fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are Persian berries?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Persian berries are the dried unripe berries of dyer's buckthorn (Rhamnus). Ours are Turkish cehri from Anatolia. Despite the name, the berries sold in Europe historically came mainly from Turkey and Syria.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much whole Persian berries do I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Use 20–30% WOF for a full yellow, about 50% for deep gold and up to 100% for the deepest shades. 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It helps the mordant bath stay gently acidic, supports \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emore even uptake\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, can help keep protein fibres feeling \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esofter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and is often used to \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebrighten \/ clarify\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e certain shades (especially some reds).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCream of tartar works best with \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eprotein fibres\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (wool \u0026amp; silk) and is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eseldom used with cellulose fibres\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (cotton\/linen). It is typically used alongside alum:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/products\/aluminium-potassium-sulphate-mordant-modifiers\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eAlum (Aluminium Potassium Sulphate)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse rate (starting point):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 5–6% WOF (Weight Of Fibre).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor protein fibres, a practical mordanting starting point is \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10–15% alum (WOF)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, then add \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5–6% cream of tartar (WOF)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e after alum is fully dissolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick use:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Dissolve alum completely in hot water, add cream of tartar and stir until dissolved, then add fibres and heat gently (avoid boiling). Allow fibres to cool in the bath for more even uptake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew to cream of tartar?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/blogs\/news\/cream-of-tartar-natural-dyeing-guide\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eSee our step-by-step guide (dosage + best pairings).\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Cream of tartar is an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eassistant\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, not a stand-alone mordant. Results vary with fibre type, water chemistry, dye material, and process. Avoid inhaling fine powder; store sealed in a cool, dry place. SDS is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"100 g (3.5 oz)","offer_id":39304937865373,"sku":"CREAMofTARTAR","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400 g (14.1 oz)","offer_id":45855127240938,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 kg (2.2 lb)","offer_id":45855127273706,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/themazi-cream-of-tartar-dyeing-assistant-with-alum-pouch-bowl.jpg?v=1771421754"},{"product_id":"fructose-indigo-vat","title":"Fructose Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFructose\u003c\/strong\u003e (fruit sugar) is the reducing agent in the popular \u003cstrong\u003e1-2-3 fructose indigo vat\u003c\/strong\u003e, developed by master dyer Michel Garcia. In an alkaline bath with lime, fructose removes oxygen from the indigo so it can dissolve and dye fiber. It is a simple, natural and long-lasting alternative to chemical reducers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 g (1.76 oz) and 400 g. Use with our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/natural-indigo-extract\"\u003enatural indigo extract\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 1-2-3 recipe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy weight: \u003cstrong\u003e1 part indigo : 2 parts slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) : 3 parts fructose.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight blues:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 2 g indigo per liter of vat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium blues:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 g per liter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark navy:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–10 g per liter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExample for a medium 3-liter vat: 10 g indigo, 20 g lime and 30 g fructose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to make a fructose indigo vat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a lidded stainless steel or plastic container with hot water (about 50 °C \/ 120 °F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir in the fructose until dissolved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix the indigo into a smooth paste with a little warm water and add it to the vat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSprinkle in the lime and stir gently in a circle, without splashing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and leave for about an hour, until the liquid under the surface turns clear yellow-green and a coppery \"flower\" forms on top. Vats often work even better after a day or two.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDye at 30–40 °C (85–105 °F): lower wet fiber in gently, wait a few minutes, lift out and let it oxidize to blue in the air. Repeat for darker shades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeeping the vat healthy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH about 9–10 for wool and silk, 11–12 for cotton and linen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the vat turns blue or stops dyeing, add a spoonful of fructose and a spoonful of lime, stir gently and let it rest warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse real fructose, not table sugar, and fresh lime: old lime that has absorbed air will not work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever stir up the sediment while dyeing, and do several short dips rather than one long one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn more:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/indigo-vat-guide\"\u003eIndigo vat guide with 3 blue shades\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/natural-indigo\"\u003eShop natural indigo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy use fructose for an indigo vat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFructose is a natural reducing agent. With lime it removes oxygen from indigo so it dissolves and can dye fiber, without harsh chemical reducers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use table sugar instead of fructose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Table sugar (sucrose) does not reduce indigo well. Use fructose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much fructose do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree times the weight of your indigo. For 10 g of indigo, use 30 g of fructose and 20 g of lime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why use fructose for an indigo vat?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Fructose is a natural reducing agent. 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It is a complete first project for beginners and a great gift for makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in the kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 g undyed cotton fabric, ready to dye (tell us your choice from our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/undyed-fabric-by-the-yard\"\u003eundyed fabrics\u003c\/a\u003e, or we will choose one for you)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 g \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/soda-ash-sodium-carbonate\"\u003esoda ash\u003c\/a\u003e for scouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 g \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/oak-gallnut-powder-green\"\u003egreen oak gall powder\u003c\/a\u003e (tannin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 g \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/aluminium-potassium-sulphate-mordant-modifiers\"\u003ealum\u003c\/a\u003e (potassium aluminum sulfate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 g soda ash for mordanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 g \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/madder-root-powder\"\u003emadder root powder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGloves and a dust mask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScour:\u003c\/strong\u003e simmer the fabric with the 20 g of soda ash to clean it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTannin:\u003c\/strong\u003e soak it overnight in the oak gall bath (10% WOF).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMordant:\u003c\/strong\u003e soak it in alum (15% WOF) and soda ash (2% WOF), several hours or overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye:\u003c\/strong\u003e heat the madder (100% WOF) to 60–70 °C (140–160 °F) and dye for an hour. Never boil: madder turns brown above about 70 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool, rinse and wash\u003c\/strong\u003e with a pH-neutral soap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full step-by-step instructions are in our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/madder-dye-kit-red-shades-natural-dye\"\u003emadder dye kit guide\u003c\/a\u003e. Plan for 2–3 days, mostly waiting time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou will also need\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stainless steel or enamel pot used only for dyeing, a thermometer, a bucket, two glass jars and a heat source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWant other colors?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the leftover madder bath for soft pinks, dip in a weak citric acid solution for orange, or try our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/how-to-madder-dyeing-purples-and-mauves\"\u003epurple and mauve recipe\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/iron-ferrous-sulphate\"\u003eiron\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/everything-to-know-about-madder-natural-dye\"\u003eEverything to know about madder\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/natural-dye-kits\"\u003eAll natural dye kits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the madder dye kit good for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It includes every dye and mordant in the right amounts, plus gloves, a mask and step-by-step instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much fabric does the kit dye?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 g of cotton or linen, which is about one scarf, a tote bag or a small table runner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the kit on wool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Skip the oak gall and soda ash steps and mordant wool with the alum only; you will get bright reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is the madder dye kit good for beginners?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. It includes every dye and mordant in the right amounts, plus gloves, a mask and step-by-step instructions.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much fabric does the kit dye?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"100 g of cotton or linen, which is about one scarf, a tote bag or a small table runner.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I use the kit on wool?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. Skip the oak gall and soda ash steps and mordant wool with the alum only; you will get bright reds.\"}}]}\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40599432855709,"sku":"MadderKitRed","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/products\/image_350d34f6-02b6-4884-a00e-03eeec072598.jpg?v=1640165792"},{"product_id":"madder-extract-rubia-tinctorum-l","title":"Madder Extract","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadder extract\u003c\/strong\u003e is the concentrated essence of \u003cem\u003eRubia tinctorum\u003c\/em\u003e (madder) root, ready to dissolve and add to your dyebath. A little goes a long way: you can use 5 to 10 times less extract than the original dye material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e a wide range of reds, from orange-red, brick red and blood red to fiery reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–10% WOF (weight of fiber)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e concentrated extract, made by themazi in Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 g (1 oz) and 60 g (2 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMordanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadder extract produces a vibrant red with an alum mordant. An aubergine purple can also be obtained by using iron as a mordant and then applying an alkaline modifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to dye with madder extract\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 3–10% WOF. A little extract can dye a lot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the extract in a small amount of warm water and add it to your dye pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results use pre-mordanted fibers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the fibers to the dye solution and simmer for 30-60 minutes, depending on the shade you want.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave to cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtract or root powder?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy extracts? A little goes a long way. All colorants are extracted from the dyestuff in an environment-friendly way, so the extract takes much less space and keeps all dyeing properties. If you prefer to work with the ground root, see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/madder-root-powder\"\u003emadder root powder\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout madder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMadder (\u003cem\u003eRubia tinctorum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial plant with evergreen leaves and yellow flowers, cultivated for its long roots, from which the dye is made. The plants should be at least three years old before their roots, which contain the active compound alizarin, are harvested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuying madder extract in bulk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethemazi manufactures madder extract in Turkey and sells it wholesale. The minimum order for wholesale madder extract is 50 kg. For wholesale inquiries and price offers, please \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/madder-dye-troubleshooting-brown-not-red\"\u003eMadder troubleshooting: brown, not red?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"30 g (1 oz)","offer_id":41057660272797,"sku":"MadderExtract30gr","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 g (2 oz)","offer_id":41057660305565,"sku":"MadderExtract60gr","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/products\/MadderExtractmadebythemazifromTurkey.jpg?v=1706601649"},{"product_id":"weld-extract-reseda-luteola","title":"Weld Extract","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWeld Extract is a concentrated natural dye produced through a water-based extraction of weld flowers (\u003ci\u003eReseda luteola\u003c\/i\u003e). As an extract, it offers faster preparation, easier storage, and more efficient use compared to raw weld—ideal when you want clean, repeatable yellows with less dyestuff and less setup time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eReseda luteola\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor range:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e bright, clean yellow to warm golden yellow; with iron, olive\/khaki shifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWool \u0026amp; silk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e with alum mordant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCotton \u0026amp; linen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (tannin + alum recommended for strongest, clearest yellows)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEco printing \/ botanical dye workflows\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGreens\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e when overdyed with indigo (clear lime-to-leaf greens)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOlive\/khaki tones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e using iron as a modifier\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDye-ready fabric suggestion:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e For clean, even results, try it on our undyed cotton fabric: \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/products\/double-layer-muslin-fabric\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e[Undyed 100% Cotton Fabric]\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtract vs raw material\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eExtract is highly efficient: you typically use significantly less than raw plant material, with faster setup, easier filtering, and more consistent repeatability—especially useful for workshop and production dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Natural batches may vary slightly in tone. Store sealed in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDye Recipes \u0026amp; Shade Guide (Weld) \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eSee the 3 classic shades you can achieve with weld: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLemon Yellow, Golden Yellow, and Olive\/Chartreuse\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (iron shift).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRead the full guide + recipes here:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/themazi.com\/blogs\/news\/weld-powder-dye-recipes\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[BLOG LINK]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"themazi","offers":[{"title":"30 g (1 oz)","offer_id":42020948902122,"sku":"WeldExtract30gr","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 g (2 oz)","offer_id":42020948934890,"sku":"WeldExtract60gr","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0402\/1990\/2109\/files\/weld-extract-reseda-luteola-themazi.jpg?v=1770206784"},{"product_id":"buckthorn-extract-natural-dye","title":"Persian Berry Extract – Turkish Buckthorn","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersian berry extract\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated, water-based extract of Turkish \u003cstrong\u003ecehri\u003c\/strong\u003e berries (dyer's buckthorn, \u003cem\u003eRhamnus\u003c\/em\u003e, mainly \u003cem\u003eR. petiolaris\u003c\/em\u003e). It dissolves fully in warm water, so you get clean, even golden yellows with no straining, ideal for cotton, small batches, dye painting and printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlum:\u003c\/strong\u003e lemon yellow (low %) to deep gold (high %)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlkaline afterbath:\u003c\/strong\u003e orange-gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron:\u003c\/strong\u003e olive, khaki and reseda green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverdyed with indigo:\u003c\/strong\u003e greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeigh\u003c\/strong\u003e your dry fiber. Use 4–10% WOF extract, starting at 5%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMordant\u003c\/strong\u003e wool and silk with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/aluminium-potassium-sulphate-mordant-modifiers\"\u003ealum\u003c\/a\u003e (10–15% WOF). For cotton and linen, use a tannin bath, then alum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDissolve\u003c\/strong\u003e the extract in a little hot water and add it to the dye pot with enough water for the fiber to move freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye\u003c\/strong\u003e the wet, mordanted fiber at 80–85 °C (176–185 °F) for 30–60 minutes, then cool in the bath for deeper color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e thicken the dissolved extract with \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/gum-arabic-powder\"\u003egum arabic\u003c\/a\u003e and print on mordanted fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e good wash-fastness on alum-mordanted wool and silk. Lightfastness is moderate: like most flavonoid yellows it is less lightfast than \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/weld-powder-natural-dye\"\u003eweld\u003c\/a\u003e. Use it where its warm golden tone matters, add cream of tartar to the wool mordant, and keep finished pieces out of strong sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther names\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersian berries is a trade name, not a place of origin. In the 19th century most \"Persian berries\" sold in Europe were shipped from Smyrna (İzmir) and Aleppo. You may also see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persian berries, Turkish berries, yellow berries, Avignon berries, buckthorn berries, dyer's buckthorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurkish:\u003c\/strong\u003e cehri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench:\u003c\/strong\u003e graines de Perse, graines d'Avignon, graine jaune, nerprun des teinturiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGerman:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gelbbeeren, Kreuzdornbeeren\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom the Anatolian steppe to France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCehri grows wild on dry, rocky slopes of Central Anatolia. Ottoman records name Kayseri as the largest growing area and İskilip (Çorum) as the source of the best berries. In 1852 İzmir alone exported about 650 tonnes, and by the late 19th century France was buying about 90% of all Ottoman cehri exports. French dyers and painters used it for yellows on silk and for the yellow lake pigment \u003cem\u003estil de grain\u003c\/em\u003e. Dyers in Anatolia used it for the yellows and greens of carpets and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e water extraction of dried unripe \u003cem\u003eRhamnus\u003c\/em\u003e berries (Turkish cehri)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 g and 60 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e sealed, cool and dry. Natural batches vary slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDye-ready fabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e try it on our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/undyed-cotton-fabric-for-natural-dyeing\"\u003eundyed cotton fabric\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor dyeing only, not for food or medicinal use. Buckthorn berries contain natural laxative compounds (anthraquinones such as emodin). Keep away from children and pets, use dedicated dye pots, and wear a dust mask when you grind berries or measure powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead the guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/buckthorn-dye-guide\"\u003ePersian berries (buckthorn) dye guide\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/news\/comparison-between-mordant-methods-with-buckthorn-dye\"\u003e6 mordant methods compared with buckthorn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther forms:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/buckthorn-natural-dye\"\u003ewhole Persian berries\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/products\/buckthorn-seed-powder-natural-dye-yellow\"\u003ePersian berry powder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork out exact grams for your fabric with our free \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/natural-dye-wof-calculator?dye=buckthorn-extract\"\u003enatural dye calculator and WOF chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much Persian berry extract do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 4–10% WOF. Start at 5%, which is 5 g of extract for 100 g of dry fiber. Use the higher end for deep gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExtract or whole berries?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extract dissolves fully, gives very even color and is easy to store. Whole berries are cheaper per dye bath and can be used for several baths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use Persian berry extract for printing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It dissolves completely, so you can thicken it with gum arabic and print or paint on mordanted fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the extract need a mordant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use alum on wool and silk, and tannin plus alum on cotton and linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How much Persian berry extract do I need?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Use 4–10% WOF. 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