Still dyeing the velveteen

So far, 2 coats of dye (out of 3) on these pieces. The velveteen is really thirsty! I have a feeling that, after these are rinsed, I will not like the bright white background. Perhaps an opportunity to try a weak natural dye bath.

crushed velveteen owl with 2 coats

crushed velveteen owl with 2 coats

plain velveteen owl with 2 coats of dye

plain velveteen owl with 2 coats of dye

Painting adjacent stripes of color on this piece from the reclaimed linen damask is good practice blending the dyes.

runner with 2 coats of dye

runner with 2 coats of dye

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  1. Lainie says:

    Kit, what a gorgeous blog. I’m so glad to have discovered it and am not sure why it’s taken me so long! And thank you for the sidebar link to my blog. I’m going to enjoy reading through your archives.
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