Walnut & Madder Pearl Button Knit Vest

Dyed with Madder and Walnut Madder root is best known for its brick reds, but depending on the material of the garment as well as extraction process, can also provide vibrant magentas as well as the occasional orange tone. Madder harvested for its red roots that are high in alizarin. The roots themselves are already a vibrant red color and the plants can take anywhere from three to five years to reach maturity. It's such a joy to grow Madder in your own yard, and have patience for the natural color that is growing right beneath the soil. We add Walnut to deepen the Madder on cellulose fibers. Condition: Good vintage condition Best Fit: Small Chest: 15 3/4" flat Length: 22" Care Instructions: Due to the nature of plant dyes, color may fade over time. In many cases, the fades and color shifts adds to the beauty and history of these garments. Please wash on cold with similar colors. For garments dyed with indigo, wash separately the first two wash cycles as indigo may bleed more than othe