Tag: Hand dyers
Natural Dyes for Wool: Lac
February 22nd, 2021
When looking at my shelf of undyed wool ready for color, I get excited about all the possibilities the natural world offers me! As a natural dyer, most of what I like to use in my everyday practice is foraged locally, from my garden, nearby fields, the side of the road, or my neighbor’s yards! People in my area are beginning to recognize me when I stop in and ask local businesses...
How to Dye a Grunge Inspired Layered Yarn on Superwash Merino Wool
February 22nd, 2021
I’ve been enjoying listening to 90’s female artists during quarantine. There’s nothing like a little Bjork or Cranberries to brighten my day! My musical tastes of late inspired me to dye a grungy, faded black yarn with pops of bright neon. Learn how to dye it yourself below!
MATERIALS
- 1 skein of Knomad MARSHMALLOW DK yarn – 100% Superwash Merino Wool. We designed this project for...
How to Dye a Valentine’s Day Yarn on Superwash Merino Wool
February 13th, 2021
Learn how to dye a Valentine’s day themed color on our Marshmallow DK yarn! This confection is bound to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Ombré Dip Dyed Yarn
February 10th, 2021
Ombré is when color is shaded or graduated in tone - which means it transitions from dark to light. This is a beautiful effect in yarn that can often work up to create stripes and pools of color in knit and crochet. Today on the blog we are going to be dyeing up a purple ombré using Latte - a soft and squishy baby alpaca yarn that is perfect for a hat or sweater!
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2 skeins LATTE 2 grams Deep...Superwash vs Non Superwash Wool: Conventional Acid Dyes
January 12th, 2021
“What is the difference between superwash and non superwash wool?” is a question we often hear at KNOMAD! The unique array of wool options we offer at KNOMAD, including superwash and non superwash, or natural wool, prompts one to wonder what makes each wool we offer so special. We are going to explore the differences between these wools, not only on a technical level, but on a...
Color pooling
January 12th, 2021
Multicolor yarn is so fun to work with and relatively easy to achieve. One of the ways to achieve cheerful, multicolor yarn is to pool color in a shallow dye bath. Adding one color at a time gives you control over the color placement. Keeping the water shallow keeps the pigment in sections making the color pool around one area of yarn.
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Step by Step Turmeric Dye
January 7th, 2021
Turmeric is a bright golden spice that you can find in most grocery stores. It is commonly used in curries and recently in golden milk. If you have ever cooked with it, you probably know that it stains bright gold very easily. This staining effect can be used to our advantage to create a beautiful golden yarn in your own kitchen!
The warm golden color of turmeric pairs perfectly with soft, and squishy yarn like Stratus that is perfect for knitting...
How to Space Dye Stratus Merino Yarn
January 5th, 2021
Space dye yarn is a fun technique to have in your arsenal. We show you how to do it with an easy technique using plastic wrap! Learn how on our incredibly soft STRATUS, a blend of merino and nylon. I think this finished yarn would make an incredible pair of socks!
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Dye a Festive Red on MARSHMALLOW DK
December 22nd, 2020
Do you find yourself knitting late into the night and falling asleep clutching your project? Surprised with how many cookies you’ve eaten and how many hours you’ve logged bingeing on Netflix? Do you keep finding tapestry needles and stitch markers in your pockets? That can only mean one thing! Last-minute gift season is upon us!
Our brand new yarn, MARSHMALLOW DK drops just in time for the...
How to Dye EGRET Organic Merino Yarn Neon Yellow
December 21st, 2020
Winter is a hard time for color lovers. Wardrobes turn dark and drab along with the landscape. Daylight dwindles. I start to wonder whether my coat has become a second skin!
One easy way to fight the winter doldrums is with bright knit accessories! A festive hat or scarf in an unexpected shade adds a delightful pop of color to an otherwise neutral winter outfit. Luckily for us dyers,...
