Iron Black
Somerset paper layer-dipped in oak gall + ferrous sulphate dye pot. Makes a purple black. The colour deepens as it dries because it needs oxygen …
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20 Nov
A light fastness test for Avocado Stones
A light fastness test for Avocado Stones
Half exposed samples left for a month or two in daylight. The madder yarn is a control.
19 Nov
Making Black: Ditchling November 18th
Making Black: Ditchling November 18th
Using tannin and iron to make black. Samples are dipped, exposed and redipped to achieve the dark colour. Overdying samples with Indigo Some examples of the eco …
17 Nov
Singing The Blues
Singing The Blues
A collection of blue shades dyed with Indigo and over dyed with Weld and Sappanwood. The colour swatches have been named after songs with “Blue” …
17 Nov
Books on Show at Brighton University
Books on Show at Brighton University
A display of sample books “Localising a Colour Palette”
Monthly Archives: November 2018