{"product_id":"catechu-dye-extract","title":"CATECHU DYE EXTRACT","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"109\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"109\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eCatechu Dye – Dye Colour: Browns and Beige | Botanical: \u003cem data-end=\"73\" data-start=\"57\"\u003eAcacia catechu\u003c\/em\u003e | Produced \u0026amp; Processed in India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"595\" data-start=\"71\"\u003eCatechu, also known as Cutch, is a versatile natural dye that produces a beautiful range of brown and beige shades on cotton, silk, and wool fibres. This dye is composed of two components: catechu-tannic acid, which dissolves in cold water, and catechin, which requires hot water for extraction. Catechu is rich in tannins and will dye without the need for a mordant, though it can also benefit from one for brighter results. Some even suggest Catechu may help those with eczema – an added bonus for a naturally healing dye!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"624\" data-start=\"597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"597\"\u003eColour Fastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"646\" data-start=\"626\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"646\" data-start=\"626\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"810\" data-start=\"647\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"682\" data-start=\"647\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"664\" data-start=\"649\"\u003eDye Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown and Beige\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"733\" data-start=\"683\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"701\" data-start=\"685\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cotton, silk, and wool fibres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"810\" data-start=\"734\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"736\"\u003eMordant Optional:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alum for brighter colours, Iron for darker results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"829\" data-start=\"812\"\u003eBasic Recipe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"831\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"956\" data-start=\"831\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"850\" data-start=\"834\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"956\" data-start=\"856\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"888\" data-start=\"856\"\u003e200g wool (mordant optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"952\" data-start=\"892\"\u003e20g Catechu extract (made into paste with boiling water)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"957\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"977\" data-start=\"960\"\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"983\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"983\"\u003eAdd the Catechu paste to the dye pot with hot water and stir regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1111\" data-start=\"1062\"\u003eAdd the mordanted wool and simmer for 1 hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"1115\"\u003eLeave the wool in the dye bath overnight for a deeper colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1224\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003eLet the wool oxidize before rinsing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1235\" data-start=\"1226\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1484\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1329\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003eCatechu is difficult to exhaust, meaning you can add more wool later for lighter tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1484\" data-start=\"1330\"\u003eMordanting the wool with Alum will give brighter results, but Catechu will still produce rich browns without it. For darker shades, use an Iron mordant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1617\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003eEnjoy the versatility of Catechu dye and explore its potential for a wide range of beautiful brown and beige hues in your projects!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1617\" data-start=\"1486\"\u003eJoin \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/the-natural-dyers-academy.mn.co\/share\/Mz7coMI6VgbJMchB?utm_source=manual\" title=\"The Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1506\" data-start=\"1467\"\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":52850048139600,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":52850048172368,"sku":"28404","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":52850048205136,"sku":"28404","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":52850048237904,"sku":"28404","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":52850048270672,"sku":"28404","price":46.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/Catechu_extract.jpg?v=1774541993","url":"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/products\/catechu-dye-extract","provider":"AppleOak FibreWorks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}