Cochineal Dye Kit
This easy textile art can be done by yourself or you could organize a small art party call a friend and have a fun filled afternoon dyeing and creating your own textiles, you can dye up to 3 small projects with the cochineal vat prepared from this kit in shades of purple and soft pinks This will make a perfect gift for anyone interested in attending craft workshops, makers and quilters. Your kit includes: -Organic/ fair trade cochineal powder - Food safe alum ( mordant) - Ready to dye project of your choice - a 22" x 72" habotai silk scarf/tote bag - Rubber bands -Yarn -Manual with colorful pictures, easy to follow instructions Your kit comes packed in a re-usable tin box!! You will need: - A steel or aluminum saucepan -Wooden ladle for mixing and stirring - An apron(optional) - Stove/cook top -Extra natural fabrics, clothing, or yarn to dye (optional) - Time required : 2 hours Suitable for beginners and kids under adult supervision, wear old clothing.