Natural Dyes

Biology

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2020

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Biology

A study in extracting dye from nature.

A series of natural dye studies using Purple Cabbage, Rose Petals, Madder Root, Alkanet, Chlorophyll, Black Bean, Turmeric, Cochineal, and Pomegranate Skins.

Textiles: silk, cotton, linen.

Mordants: iron, copper, alum

Modifiers: vinegar, baking soda

Through each combination, there are over 243 unique different colors.

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Biology

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2020

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Kate Reed

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