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Quebracho colorado (Schinopsis balansae and Schino

Quebracho colorado (Schinopsis balansae and Schinopsis lorentzii), commonly called quebracho is an evergreen tree that grows wild in South America. It grows mainly in Argentina and Paraguay in dense sub-tropical forests which also include a variety of other trees and vegetation. The name is due to its hardness, and comes from two Spanish words, quebrar and hacha, meaning the axe breaker. In fact, quebracho has been used locally for posts, telegraph poles, bridge timbers, railway ties, paving blocks and for any construction where great durability is desired.

Quebracho moreno is high in tannin. It can be used as a tannin mordant or a dye on cellulose fibers. The extract will produce a warm beige-brown color and will darken slightly on exposure to direct sunlight. For more information on using it as a dye, please see our page on natural dye extracts.

From our Feedback Friday series:
When I do the mordant process and use tannin it usually dyes my fabric a brown color. Is there a trick for that NOT to happen?

Tannin is present in a number of different dyestuffs, and depending on how dark it is, does create a brown shade. If you want to use a “clear” tannin like gallo-tannin, the color will be a light yellowish brown – similar to the color of a manila folder. Additionally, it is normally not noticeable in the final dyed textile unless you are dyeing very pale shades. A quick rundown of other tannins that are suitable for use are:

Our Back to School Dyebrary! We have a big restock

Our Back to School Dyebrary!
We have a big restock of Natural Dye books to stock your dyebrary. We can’t believe summer is over but these titles are great editions to stock your shelves for all of your natural dye related projects.

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Dear Botanical Colors Community, This Labor Day w

Dear Botanical Colors Community,

This Labor Day we pause to reflect quietly on the significance of this day. Labor Day is more than a holiday—it is a tribute to the dedication, perseverance, and resilience of workers across the country. We acknowledge and deeply appreciate all those whose efforts shape our work and our lives, both within Botanical Colors and beyond.

In this moment, we are reminded of the invaluable contributions each person has made—not just through hard work, but through teamwork, creativity, and care for the environment and our community. Thank you for your tireless commitment and for inspiring us to move forward, even in challenging times.

May this Labor Day bring a chance for quiet rest and meaningful reflection. Whether spent with loved ones or in peaceful solitude, we wish all a gentle and restorative holiday.

With respect and appreciation,The Botanical Colors Team

Beat the summer blues by infusing your creative jo

Beat the summer blues by infusing your creative journey with the soothing power of our Organic Indigo. With our Indigo you can dye, paint, and create with colors rooted in nature. Whether you’re experimenting with textiles, paper, or clothes, use our Indigo to up-cycle and add new life to all your crafting projects!

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