Talking Natural Dyes with Lissa the Shop

We were so excited that LISSA the shop contacted us for an interview! LISSA hopes to be an online leader for selling a curated collection of eco-conscious clothing for stylish women, “for that every day, relaxed elegance. Not too granola, nothing too fancy.” Part of Lissa’s eco-formula for success will be opting for clothing made from natural dyes so word around town was, we were the authority…which we loved.  

Pantone 2013 Color of the Year: Emerald

This is an easy to make, beautiful green.  I am including some guidelines – create your own version for a beautiful accent to your 2013 color palette. EMERALD On wool yarn, mordant with potassium aluminum sulfate.  You may use between 10-20% on the weight of the fiber. -Use 5% fustic and 5% Saxon Blue.  At first, this may look overwhelmingly blue.  Don’t panic, we just need a little heat to bring up the fustic color.  Simmer for 45 minutes and you should have a beautiful bluish green. -You may need to adjust either or both percentages to create the color … Read more