ALDER CONES ~ whole
ALDER CONES ~ whole

ALDER CONES ~ whole

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ALDER CONES (Alnus glutinosa)


Alder cones, just like the bark, have tannins present and can create some lovely browns and yellows.

Colour fastness: medium - good

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Basic Recipe:

Alum (mordant) 10-15% D.W.F
Alder cones 100-200% D.W.F

Pour boiling water over the cones and steep for 24-48h

Simmer the cones for two hours and strain. Add the mordanted yarn to the bath and leave until desired colour outcome or overnight.

*You can change the colour using iron

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