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BULK MORDANT FOR NATURAL DYE
ALUM | Potassium Aluminum Sulfate | Powder/Crystal
50 grams of ALUM
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Welcome to the Amazing World of Natural Dye!
You're in the right place!
This listing is for a packet of 50 grams of ALUM.
ALUM is used to mordant fibers and fabrics before applying Natural Dye. Mordant gives Natural Dyes a surface to grip permanently.
Without mordant, most Natural Dyes will either immediately rinse out or quickly fade, or both.
ALUM Mordant helps Natural Dyes achieve their brightest, strongest potentials when dyed over. It is a safe metallic salt and perfect for home use. It is good for use on Protein and Cellulose fibers/fabrics.
Just to note...this listing does not include directions for how to use mordants or learn the Natural Dye process.
ANINI Designs offers Natural Dye Kits (see: http://bit.ly/ANINInatdye) for more detailed learning experiences as well as an instant download eBook "Intro to Natural Dyes" (at ANINI designs website: http://bit.ly/naturaldyeintro) that covers the whole process from start to finish.
DETERMINING QUANTITY
* Weigh dry fiber/fabric to dye.
* Divide total weight of dry fiber/fabric by 15-20%.
* Measure that quantity of ALUM to mordant with.
PREPARATION
* Boil a pot* of water that will fit fiber/fabric to mordant.
* Gently pour ALUM into hot water and stir till dissolved.
* Wet all fiber/fabric before adding to the mordant.
* Add wet fiber/fabric to the mordant.
* Cook on medium to high heat (dependent on fiber type -- e.g. lower heat for silks, wools; higher heat for cellulose) for 1 hour.
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NATURAL DYE FAQ
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* What can be dyed?
Natural Dyes only adhere long-term to Natural Fibers. Natural Fibers include, but are not limited to: silk, linen, cotton, flax, hemp, ramie, rayon, bamboo, wool, mohair, alpaca, cashmere, etc.
* Do I need anything else?
To ensure long-lasting color results, Mordants are a must with each of these Natural Dyes.
* Will my color be exactly as pictured?
Your color results will be determined by how you approach the Natural Dye process (e.g. as in, what minerals are present in the water you use, what temperatures you heat to, which mordant you use, what type of metal pot you choose to mordant and dye in, what fiber type you're dying, etc.). Results vary widely.
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INTRO TO NATURAL DYES eBOOK
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New to the Natural Dye process or need a refresh?!
Check out "Intro to Natural Dye" -- an eBook that covers everything you need to know to get started with scouring, mordants + the dye process.
Filled with experienced guidance and instruction, helpful & eco-friendly tips, these 48 color-filled pages cover it all.
Visit --> http://bit.ly/naturaldyeintro
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* COLOR NOTE: ANINI Designs is not responsible for the color you reach through this varied and multi-faceted process. Your color results will be determined by how you approach the Natural Dye process (e.g. as in, what minerals are present in the water you use, what temperatures you heat to, which mordant you use, what type of metal pot you choose to mordant and dye in, what fiber type you're dyeing, etc.).
* HEALTH NOTE | Natural dyes & mordants may cause irritation. Please use with care and take necessary precautions.
* PREP WARNING | Mordant and natural dye tools (e.g. pots, jars, spoons) must only be used with dye processes. Dyes & mordants are not food-safe.
* ECO-FRIENDLY PACKAGING | Orders are shipped in 100% recycled poly mailers, made entirely from waste. They include a dual-adhesive strip for re-use. Larger quantities ship in a box.
* INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING | Buyer is wholly responsible for import/export rules to their country. ANINI Designs is not responsible for knowing all international shipping law. Example: Your country may not allow mordants which may be seized by customs. There will be no refunds in these cases.
* GIFT ORDERS | Please add a NOTE upon purchase if you'd like a hand-written note included at no extra cost.
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If you're new to Natural Dyes and would like help understanding & beginning your exploration into the wide world of Natural Dye, please visit the ANINI Designs ETSY Shop for more Natural Dye Kits, including:
* NATURAL DYE :: DYE-IT-YOURSELF KITS (OPTIONS: Dye a Skein of Yarn, Scarf, Apron, Market Bag, Silk Pillowcase, Baby Romper, Silk Tarot-Altar Cloth, etc.) -- visit: https://etsy.me/3arpT4i
-- This kit walks you through the entire Natural Dye Process (scour, mordant, dye + rinse).
-- Includes Instructions Booklet, Mordant, Dye, Dyeable, + Samples.
-- 3 fabric samples encourage you to experiment with color and fiber types before dyeing your selected item.
-- Supplies excess mordant & dye for you to dye included item & to experiment with your own item(s) at home!
* NATURAL DYE :: COLOR SHIFT KITS (2 color options :: Cochineal or Cutch) -- visit: http://bit.ly/2IjBPt9
-- This kit introduces you to the Natural Dye Process (mordant, dye, post-mordant + rinse).
-- Includes Instructions Booklet, Mordant, Dye, Post-Mordant, + Samples.
-- Teaches you to dye using a variety of fabric and fiber samples.
-- Has a post-mordant step for you to learn about shifting colors (get 2 colors with 1 dye!).
-- Supplies excess mordant & dye left-over for your own experimentation!
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