Natural Dyes - Indigo Kit Tamarind Vat Indigofera Tinctoria Red Ink Its use as a dyestuff

Its use as a dyestuff goes back to Roman Antiquity

This yarn is handspun and requires a little extra care when handling

Indigofera tinctoria

The Aztecs and Mayans prized this ancient color made from the Cochineal insect

Color – orange

Natural Dyes - Indigo Kit Tamarind Vat Indigofera Tinctoria Red Ink Its use as a dyestuffTamarind is widely used in Southeast Asia to create a long lasting indigo vat that gives very dark blues. This kit contains everything you need to get started working with indigo: Kit contains: Indigofera Tinctoria powder, Tamarind Pods, Hydrated Lime, straining cloth, and pH strips Suitable for both cotton and silk This kit will dye approximately 3 4 pounds of fiber, fabric, or yarn to a medium to dark shade Detailed Instruction sheets provided All