Patience

I unwrapped this late yesterday and was disappointed because the maple leaves weren't clear, but by this morning either I could see better or some magic happened during the night.

Walnuts

Walnut hulls often produce a most beautiful deep brown.

Wrapped and Ready

Left, bundles wrapped and ready for the walnut hull and eucalyptus dye pot.

Below, opening a bundle that was steamed. I see sumac and eucalyptus and coreopsis.

Thrift Store Finds

I have recently been dyeing thrift store finds. I look for natural fibers and when I find a silk shirt I'm happy, because they are to dye for.

My mom said to me on the phone yesterday, "Have fun dyeing tomorrow!" Then she said, "I don't really like saying that."

I know. I'm not that funny.

Scarves

My Back Yard