Madder root may just be one of the oldest natural colorants in the world with deep connections to history, herbalism, and art. This part of the madder plant gives fabric a beautiful and vibrant red ...

Dyes can be used to imbue fabrics with a happy, welcoming spirit. Using just fabric dye, hot water, and salt, experiment with the practice of creating your own hues. Give plain white cotton dish ...

Olivia Young is a writer, fact checker, and green living expert passionate about tiny living, climate advocacy, and all things nature. She holds a degree in Journalism from Ohio University. While ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Before the dawn of synthetic dyes, all fabric was colored with ...

Tie-dye involves folding or crumpling fabric with string or rubber bands to create patterns with dyes. Tie-dying gets messy, so make sure to wear gloves and use a plastic drop cloth. There are endless ...

My sisters are talented in ways that I am not. Sydney (aka “Sid”) is a comic book historian (which sounds fake but is apparently a very serious job), and Meredith (aka “Dith”) is a visual artist who ...