{"product_id":"oakmoss-lichen-dye","title":"OAKMOSS LICHEN DYE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOakmoss Lichen Natural Dye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvernia prunastri · North Macedonia · Responsibly Wild-Harvested\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOakmoss is a traditional lichen dye producing soft champagne beige, oatmeal, taupe and earthy brown shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResponsibly wild-harvested in the forests of North Macedonia, this dried lichen has a natural affinity with protein fibres and can colour wool and silk without a mordant. Appropriate mordanting or careful modification can influence the shade and improve consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its common name, oakmoss is not a true moss. It is a lichen that grows on the bark and branches of oak and other deciduous and coniferous trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEvernia prunastri\u003c\/em\u003e (L.) Ach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oakmoss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lichen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole and broken dried thalli\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e North Macedonia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Responsibly wild-harvested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne beige, oatmeal, taupe and earthy brown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFibres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Particularly suited to wool and silk; may be tested on prepared cellulose fibres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMordant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not strictly required; results vary with mordant and modifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begin with approximately 50% WOF or more\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately three hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColourfastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good when suitably dyed and finished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Textile dyeing and craft use only—not cosmetic grade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much to use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50g oakmoss per 100g dry fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquivalent to \u003cstrong\u003e50% WOF - weight of dry fibre\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity or treatment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExpected result\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 25% WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale cream-beige\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 50% WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampagne beige to oatmeal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 75–100% WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeeper taupe or earthy beige-brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLonger extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentially stronger or warmer shades\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLater exhaust bath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale cream, stone or soft beige\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight iron afterbath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeeper taupe, grey-brown or muted brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese results are guidelines rather than guarantees. Natural lichen material varies, and the finished colour depends on the fibre, water chemistry, mordant, extraction method, temperature and processing time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic guide for wool or silk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt least 50g oakmoss per 100g dry fibre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoroughly scoured wool or silk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMordant optional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptional 1–3% iron WOF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scour the wool or silk thoroughly. A mordant is not strictly required, but a fibre-appropriate mordant may improve consistency or alter the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the oakmoss with water and leave it overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtract:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat the oakmoss and soaking water gently for approximately three hours. Maintain a temperature of around \u003cstrong\u003e80–90°C (176–194°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e and replace evaporated water as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strain carefully through a cloth or contain the oakmoss inside a securely tied dye bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDye:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the thoroughly wetted fibre and heat gently for approximately one hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevelop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the fibre to cool in the dye bath. Leave it overnight if a deeper shade is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModify:\u003c\/strong\u003e For deeper taupe or grey-brown, transfer the fibre to a separate, diluted iron afterbath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse thoroughly and wash gently with a pH-neutral detergent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOakmoss is particularly suited to wool and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using cotton, linen or another cellulose fibre, follow a cellulose-specific preparation and mordanting method and sample before committing a large quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-mordant-linen-and-cotton-fabrics-successfully\"\u003eFind suitable cellulose preparation and mordanting methods here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorking with mordants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOakmoss can produce colour on wool and silk without a mordant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, mordants and modifiers may influence the shade, depth, evenness, washfastness and long-term performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn alum mordant may produce a clearer or lighter beige, while iron may deepen the colour towards taupe, grey-brown and muted brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause natural oakmoss varies, test each mordant or modifier on a small sample first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModifying with iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron may shift oakmoss shades towards deeper taupe, grey-brown and muted brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–3% iron WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e in a separate, well-diluted afterbath. Begin at the lower end and increase only if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere possible, use \u003cstrong\u003eiron acetate\u003c\/strong\u003e, as it is generally gentler on textile fibres than ferrous sulphate used on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptions include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepared iron acetate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully made iron water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFerrous sulphate combined with sodium acetate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomemade iron water varies considerably in strength and cannot be treated as a fixed-percentage solution. Test it on a small sample first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA separate afterbath preserves the original oakmoss bath for additional beige shades and provides greater control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcessive iron can make textile fibres harsh or brittle and may contribute to long-term deterioration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips from the dye pot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBegin with at least 50% WOF and increase the quantity for deeper shades.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak overnight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoaking begins the extraction before heat is applied.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtract slowly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllow approximately three hours for the initial extraction.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrain carefully\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse a fine cloth or dye bag to keep lichen fragments out of the fibre.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsider mordanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA mordant is not strictly required on wool and silk but may improve consistency or alter the shade.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtend the bath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaving the fibre in the cooling bath overnight can deepen the result.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse iron sparingly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBegin at 1% WOF and use iron acetate where practical.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOakmoss may cause contact allergy in susceptible individuals.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReuse the material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA second extraction may produce useful paler shades.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecord the WOF, fibre, mordant, water chemistry, extraction time and modifiers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColourfastness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOakmoss can produce good colourfastness when the fibre is suitably prepared, dyed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance depends on the batch of lichen, fibre, amount used, depth of shade, water chemistry, mordant, modifier, dyeing process and aftercare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough a mordant is not strictly required on wool and silk, suitable mordanting may improve consistency and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron-modified shades may appear deeper, but a darker colour should not automatically be assumed to be more permanent. Excessive iron can damage textile fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash dyed work gently with a pH-neutral detergent and avoid prolonged exposure to strong, direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergy information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOakmoss and oakmoss extracts contain naturally occurring substances known to cause contact allergy in susceptible individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is supplied as an unprocessed textile dye material. It is not cosmetic grade and has not been assessed for use in soap, perfume, skincare, body products or other cosmetic formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear gloves and avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop handling the material if irritation occurs. Seek appropriate medical advice if symptoms persist or become severe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and safe handling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry previously extracted oakmoss thoroughly before storing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor textile dyeing and craft use only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot for consumption or use in food, drinks, cosmetics, soap, perfume, skincare or medicinal preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOakmoss may cause an allergic reaction in susceptible individuals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid creating or breathing dust and fine particles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid prolonged or repeated skin contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrevent contact with eyes, mouth and open wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear gloves and suitable protective equipment when handling dry or wet material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear eye protection when preparing mordant or iron solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the safety instructions for all mordants and modifiers used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse iron sparingly, as excessive iron can damage textile fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse dedicated dyeing equipment—never food-preparation or cosmetic-making utensils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep away from food, children and pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor textile dyeing and craft use only - not for cosmetic use or consumption.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour chosen net weight of responsibly wild-harvested oakmoss lichen from North Macedonia, supplied dried in a pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a natural, wild-collected material, variations in colour, texture, moisture, fragment size and appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMordants, iron and other dyeing supplies are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe pack as sustainably as we can while protecting your dye materials. Pouch types may vary according to pack size and the availability of our preferred lower-impact options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay jars are not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn with us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/the-natural-dyers-academy.mn.co\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e to share your results, ask questions and explore natural colour alongside fellow natural dyers and dye-plant growers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AppleOak FibreWorks","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":18700985073721,"sku":"100802","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":18700985106489,"sku":"100802","price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"75g","offer_id":18700985139257,"sku":"100802","price":8.55,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":18700985172025,"sku":"100802","price":9.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":53692706259280,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":40466140856374,"sku":"","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":40466140889142,"sku":"","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/Oak_moss_cut.jpg?v=1790273893","url":"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/products\/oakmoss-lichen-dye","provider":"AppleOak FibreWorks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}