BULK NATURAL DYE
40 grams of RED SANDALWOOD
Red Sandalwood | Fine Powder Form
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Red Sandalwood can be used at .5:1 ratio with the richest and darkest colors presenting when using a 1:1 weight ratio.
This means that 40 grams will dye approximately 40 grams (dry weight) of fiber/fabric.
It will continue to dye in lighter shades till the dye has been used up. Use less for a lighter hue.
Additionally, for the best color, pre-soak the dye in alcohol before dyeing.
HISTORY - RED SANDALWOOD
Red Sandalwood is a Natural Dye sourced from the African Coralwood or Padauk Tree (Pterocarpus soyauxii).
It is well-known and loved as a natural dye and stain of woods and has a 4,000+ year history on the continent.
It has traditionally been used as a body dye for religious purposes.
It has been valued for making African drums for its specific tonal resonance.
SOURCE - RED SANDALWOOD
Red Sandalwood is from a tree called the African Coralwood (Pterocarpus soyauxii).
(NOTE: It is NOT traditional Sandalwood (of the genus Santalum), as that is a threatened indigenous species.)
COLOR - RED SANDALWOOD
It dyes in a range of earthy, rich rusty shades of reds, pinks, peaches and corals.
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NATURAL DYE BASICS
* 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.
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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 dying, etc.).
* VISIBILITY: Colors may vary slightly due to computer settings.
* HEALTH NOTE: Natural Dyes and Mordants may cause irritation to skin. Each person has their own sensitivities. Please use with care and take necessary precautions (e.g. use gloves and face mask) while handling, pouring, transferring, cooking, etc.
* PREP WARNING: Mordant and Natural Dye Pots must only be used with dye processes. Do not use a kitchen-cooking pot that you plan on using again with food.
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