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YST Episode 52 Walnut Leaf and Indigo dyeing of fiber

YST Episode 52 Walnut Leaf and Indigo dyeing of fiber

FromYarnspinners Tales's Podcast


YST Episode 52 Walnut Leaf and Indigo dyeing of fiber

FromYarnspinners Tales's Podcast

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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Sep 28, 2010
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The last part of the three part fiber dyeing series discusses my experiences with using walnut leaves (and mordants) to produce the lovely colors shown in this photo.  I also talk about making and using the 'quick' version of an indigo dyepot, a totally magical dyeing experience, since the fiber comes out of the pot one color and turns blue as it sits in the air.
I also spend a bit of time talking about just how fiber feels after it's been dyed and dried, how not to felt it, and how to get it back in shape for spinning.
Music in today's podcast is from the podsafe music network 
The interlude music is called Living Color by Doug Astrop
The closing song is So Color Me by Tenth Hour Calling
Thanks to all my wonderful listeners for your comments, suggestions and questions!
Until later....happy spinning.
 
Released:
Sep 28, 2010
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Join me as each time I either prep fiber for spinning, or sit at my spinning wheel. There is also music and stories while we spin our fiber into yarn.