{"title":"Tannins","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"tara-powder-mordant","title":"TARA - Natural Tannin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTARA POWDER ~  is a natural tanning product \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown in the mountains of Peru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTara powder will stain the fibres grey and it is recommended to use a strong dye so the colour isn't too influenced. I am using it for plant dyed flax fibres and LinCot yarns and found, that it actually adds some more depth to the colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Recipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease see our blog post on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-mordant-linen-and-cotton-fabrics-successfully\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-mordant-linen-and-cotton-fabrics-successfully\"\u003eHow to mordant linen and cotton fabrics successfully – AppleOak FibreWorks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AppleOak FibreWorks","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":18714982613049,"sku":"seehawer","price":5.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":18714982645817,"sku":"seehawer","price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"75g","offer_id":18714982678585,"sku":"seehawer","price":5.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":18714982711353,"sku":"seehawer","price":6.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":47368970600784,"sku":"","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":47368970633552,"sku":"","price":12.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":47368970666320,"sku":"","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/Tara_powder.jpg?v=1774364561"},{"product_id":"oak-gall-natural-tannin","title":"OAK GALL - natural Tannin","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eOAK GALL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"94\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cellulose Fibre Mordant | \u003cstrong data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eHarvested From:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aleppo Oak in Turkey | \u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eAlso Known As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oak Apple | \u003cstrong\u003eRecipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e link below\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"595\"\u003eOak Gall, also known as Oak Apple, is harvested from the Aleppo Oak in Turkey and is a traditional mordant used for cellulose fibres. Due to its high tannin content, it is an effective mordant for preparing cellulose-based fabrics for natural dyeing. Unlike other tannin-based mordants, Oak Gall only stains the cellulose fibre a light beige, making it a preferred choice for delicate dyeing projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"614\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"736\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eHigh tannin content for cellulose mordanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eMinimal staining cellulose fibres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"736\"\u003eAvailable whole, cut, or ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"754\"\u003eOak Gall is used to prepare cellulose fibres for natural dyeing, helping the dye adhere to the fabric without leaving stains. Its high tannin content ensures vibrant and durable colours on cellulose fabrics like cotton, linen, and hemp. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"994\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Usage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003eAvailable in whole, cut, or ground form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003ePerfect for natural dyers and textile artists working with cellulose fibre. 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Recipe below.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORIGN: India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMyrobalan is a very common tannin used in India and around Asia. It creates a plum-like fruit from various trees of the genus Terminalia, formerly used in medicine as a mild laxative and now used in the dyeing industry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMyrobalan creates butter yellow on fabric, like most tannins. Tannin is important for mordanting cellulose fibres like cotton and linen. Alum alone is not a suitable mordant for cellulose fibres and its use will produce inferior colours. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMyrobalan can be used in print, over dye with indigo for teal, use as a stand alone colour or as a mordant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e***********************************************\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" title=\"Myrobalan Dye Instructions for Cotton and Linen\" href=\"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/collections\/recipes\/products\/myrobalan-dye-instructions-for-cotton-linen-pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRecipe Downloadable PDF for creating Greys and Charcoal\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eBasic recipe for mordanting cellulose fibres:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA 2 step process, please read through the entire instructions first.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10% Myrobalan (10% of the weight of fabric (w.o.f.))\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1.Fill a plastic or stainless steel vessel with hot water (40-50 d. Celsius\/100-120F) to a 30:1 ratio (water : fabric)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. add tannin and stir until dissolved or evenly distributed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. add fabric, immerse fully for 1-2 hours. The bath will cool down, which is totally fine. Stir occasionally.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. use rubber gloves when removing fabric, squeeze fabric. Rinse very lightly or better spin it out using a centrifugal spinner or washing machine. Tannin is bound to the fibre only by affinity and can be removed if rinsed aggressively. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. save mordant for future use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. don't let it dry before moving to the 2nd mordanting step.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlum 12% (w.o.f.) Dissolved in enough boiling water, cool.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoda Ash 1.5% (w.o.f.) Dissolve in enough boiling water, cool.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Combine the two solutions while stirring. It will bubble, so make sure your vessel is big enough. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. Bubbles will subside quickly and you should be left with a clear liquid. Add additional hot water as described above. Follow steps 3 - 5 from above.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. Rinse the textile well, to make sure any unattached mordant is rinsed off.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. The textile may be dyed immediately or dried for future use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTips:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Too hot and the tannin will oxidize, which is fine, if you want a potentially darker colour. 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The pomegranate originated in the region extending from Iran to northern India and has been cultivated since ancient times throughout the Mediterranean region.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Colourfastness: good - excellent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor how to mordant your Cellulose fibre\u003c\/strong\u003es, please see my blog post \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-mordant-linen-and-cotton-fabrics-successfully\"\u003eHow to mordant linen and cotton fabrics successfully – AppleOak FibreWorks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you are using protein fibres,\u003c\/strong\u003e a simple 10%Alum bath will do for mordanting, but protein fibres can also be dyed without a mordant when using Pomegranate peel due to its tannin content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnce mordanted:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd 100% pomegranate peel\u003c\/strong\u003e to 80degrees Celcius Water for one hour. (100% of the dry Weight of your Fibre\/Fabric) If using powder, stir regularly or it will burn the bottom of your pan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter an hour, switch of the heat and add the fabric\/fibre. Leave to up to 3 days, until desired depth of colour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWash, rinse, dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Pomegranate Powder can also be used as a tannin and for printing when combined with Alum and Guar Gum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AppleOak FibreWorks","offers":[{"title":"50g \/ ground","offer_id":52825504055632,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g \/ organic cut","offer_id":52825504088400,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g \/ ground","offer_id":39289061802038,"sku":"58304","price":10.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g \/ organic cut","offer_id":39289061867574,"sku":"816302","price":10.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ ground","offer_id":47368980726096,"sku":"","price":17.94,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ organic cut","offer_id":47368980758864,"sku":"","price":16.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ ground","offer_id":39289061900342,"sku":"58304","price":29.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ organic cut","offer_id":39289061965878,"sku":"816302","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ ground","offer_id":40046008959030,"sku":"58304","price":52.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ organic cut","offer_id":40046008238134,"sku":"816302","price":47.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/Pomegranate_powder_cut_whole.jpg?v=1774365041"},{"product_id":"quebracho-cut-bark-powdered-extract-natural-dye-tannin-source","title":"QUEBRACHO ~ Cut Bark \u0026 Powdered Extract | Natural Dye \u0026 Tannin Source","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"726\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eQuebracho Bark – Cut \u0026amp; Ground\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"738\"\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eSchinopsis lorentzii\u003c\/em\u003e (Quebracho Colorado)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eQuebracho bark is a warm-toned, condensed tannin-rich material traditionally used in \u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"904\"\u003enatural dyeing, leather tanning \u003c\/strong\u003eand fibre pre-treatment. We offer both \u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"957\"\u003ecut bark\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eground bark\u003c\/strong\u003e, each suitable for slow processes and earthy beige tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eCut Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for decoctions and slow extractions\u003cbr data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eGround Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Finely milled for quicker infusion and stronger colour release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e🌿 For those looking for faster solubility, our \u003cstrong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eQuebracho Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e is available as a separate listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eMain Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003e• Condensed tannins\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e• Flavonoids (including fisetin \u0026amp; dihydrofisetin)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1396\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eSuggested Quantities (WOF – Weight of Fabric):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eCut or Ground Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e• 30–50% WOF (soaked overnight or simmered 1 hour)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eExtract (sold separately, see link below)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e• 5–15% WOF (dissolves directly in water)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1627\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eNatural Dyeing of Protein \u0026amp; Cellulose Fibres\u003c\/strong\u003e – beige\u003cbr data-start=\"1703\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eIron Modification\u003c\/strong\u003e – create grey, warm taupe or darker brown\/beige shades\u003cbr data-start=\"1776\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eTannin Pre-treatment for Cellulose\u003c\/strong\u003e – use prior to mordanting\u003cbr data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eInk \u0026amp; Surface Design\u003c\/strong\u003e – ground bark can be brewed into concentrated liquids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eThe Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2207\"\u003eNative to Argentina and Paraguay, \u003cem data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003eSchinopsis lorentzii\u003c\/em\u003e (Quebracho Colorado) is a dense hardwood whose bark yields powerful condensed tannins. A favourite among natural dyers for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003eits earthy, iron-reactive shades\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2206\"\u003ebroad fibre compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eLight Fastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003eMedium to High (especially with iron modifier)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2291\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2293\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2297\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003eForm Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2529\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2319\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003eCut Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e – coarse, for slow extractions and decoctions\u003cbr data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eGround Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e – finer, for quicker and deeper colour releases\u003cbr data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2448\"\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/products\/quebracho-extract?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=349f17aff\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Quebracho extract\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2450\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003ePowdered Extract (sold separately)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e– fast-dissolving, highly concentrated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1469\"\u003eJoin \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"The Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\" href=\"https:\/\/the-natural-dyers-academy.mn.co\/share\/Mz7coMI6VgbJMchB?utm_source=manual\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eThe Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to share your experiences and get support from fellow growers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AppleOak FibreWorks","offers":[{"title":"50g \/ Cut (Pieces)","offer_id":51979932303696,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g \/ Ground (Powder)","offer_id":51979986207056,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g \/ Cut (Pieces)","offer_id":51979932369232,"sku":null,"price":9.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g \/ Ground (Powder)","offer_id":51979986239824,"sku":null,"price":10.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Cut (Pieces)","offer_id":51979932402000,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g \/ Ground (Powder)","offer_id":51979986272592,"sku":null,"price":18.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Cut (Pieces)","offer_id":51979932434768,"sku":null,"price":28.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g \/ Ground (Powder)","offer_id":51979986305360,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Cut (Pieces)","offer_id":51979932467536,"sku":null,"price":52.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg \/ Ground (Powder)","offer_id":51979986338128,"sku":null,"price":58.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/Quebracho_powder_cut.jpg?v=1774369581"},{"product_id":"horse-chestnut-bark-cut-natural-tannin-for-dyeing","title":"HORSE CHESTNUT BARK ~ Cut | Natural Tannin for Dyeing","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"540\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eHorse Chestnut Bark – Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eAesculus hippocastanum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eCut \u003cstrong data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eHorse Chestnut Bark\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lesser-known but valuable source of \u003cstrong data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"698\"\u003enatural tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially effective for \u003cstrong data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"756\"\u003ecellulose fibre preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"785\"\u003enatural greys with iron\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"791\" data-end=\"819\"\u003ehistorical dye practices\u003c\/strong\u003e. This bark contains \u003cstrong data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"861\"\u003econdensed tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it well suited for textile work on both plant and animal fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eOur bark is \u003cstrong data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"964\"\u003ecoarsely cut\u003c\/strong\u003e and ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"979\" data-end=\"994\"\u003eslow dyeing\u003c\/strong\u003e, decoctions, or tannin-rich soaks. It can be used alone or combined with other tannins or metal salts for complex tones and improved mordant adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1150\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003eMain Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e• Condensed tannins\u003cbr data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003e• Flavonoids\u003cbr data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e• Saponins (minor)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003eSuggested Quantities (WOF – Weight of Fabric):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e• 20–80% WOF for decoction or fibre soak\u003cbr data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e• Simmer for 1 hour or soak overnight\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e• Use hot or cool for varied tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1428\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003ePre-treatment of Cellulose Fibres\u003c\/strong\u003e – improves mordant take-up\u003cbr data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1511\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003eIron Modification\u003c\/strong\u003e – yields soft greys and warm browns\u003cbr data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eNatural Dyeing\u003c\/strong\u003e – use alone or as a tannin base\u003cbr data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eHistorical Dye Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e – suitable for re-enactment dyeing and archival processes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eThe Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eHorse chestnut is a deciduous tree native to southeastern Europe, now naturalised across Ireland and the UK. Its bark has long been used in folk medicine and traditional dyeing for its tannin content and gentle tones. 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Thanks to its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eanthraquinone content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it offers colour versatility depending on the pH of your bath:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eacidic to neutral conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, expect golden yellows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ealkaline baths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it shifts to peachy or pink hues, particularly on silk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis root also provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emild tannin action\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it suitable for cellulose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnthraquinones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOxalates (naturally occurring)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Quantities (WOF):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30–50% for strong shades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimmer gently for 45–60 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoak overnight to increase yield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow and pink dyeing on wool \u0026amp; silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlkaline baths for peach\/pink tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild tannin pretreatment for cellulose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical dyeing and iron modification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dock plants (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRumex spp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) grow widely in Europe. While often overlooked, the roots are rich in traditional dye compounds, producing yellow to coral tones with a rustic, natural charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Fastness: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eForm: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut dried root\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoak overnight before simmering. Adjust bath pH to explore colour shifts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1675\" data-start=\"1469\"\u003eJoin \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"The Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\" href=\"https:\/\/the-natural-dyers-academy.mn.co\/share\/Mz7coMI6VgbJMchB?utm_source=manual\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003eThe Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to share your experiences and get support from fellow growers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AppleOak FibreWorks","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":51980292292944,"sku":null,"price":7.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":51980292325712,"sku":null,"price":10.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":51980292358480,"sku":null,"price":18.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":51980292391248,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":51980292424016,"sku":null,"price":58.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/Dock_root_cut.jpg?v=1774369130"},{"product_id":"barberry-root-bark-cut-berberine-rich-natural-dye-for-yellow-green-tones","title":"BARBERRY ROOT BARK ~Ground \u0026 Cut | Berberine-Rich Natural Dye for Yellow \u0026 Green Tones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePlease note: cut root bark is currently out of stock but will be restocked soon.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarberry Root Bark – Ground \u0026amp; Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSource:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eBerberis spp.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Barberry)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarberry root bark is a traditional dye material valued for its high content of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eberberine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a potent plant alkaloid that yields \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclear, brilliant yellows\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on protein fibres. 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