{"product_id":"organic-european-goldenrod-dye","title":"ORGANIC EUROPEAN GOLDENROD DYE","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic European Solidago Natural Dye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solidago virgaurea L.\u003c\/span\u003e · European Goldenrod · Organically Grown in Poland\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic European Solidago, commonly known as Goldenrod, produces clear yellows ranging from soft lemon and fresh floral yellow to deeper gold with warm orange undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Solidago is organically grown and harvested in Poland. The dried aerial parts contain flavonoid colourants that can be extracted with water and applied to wool, silk, cotton and linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolidago can also be combined with indigo to create lively greens or modified carefully with iron for olive, moss and green-brown shades.\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\u003eBotanical identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e Solidago virgaurea L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goldenrod\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant part:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried aerial parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried and cut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Poland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically grown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale yellow, clear yellow, golden yellow, warm gold and orange-yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Created with an indigo base or careful iron modification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFibres:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool, silk, cotton and linen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMordant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended; use a fibre-appropriate method\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 25–100% WOF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColourfastness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to good when suitably prepared, dyed and finished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Botanical and suitable for vegan projects\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\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolidago quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStarting colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25% WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft, pale yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50% WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear, stronger yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich golden yellow with warmer undertones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final colour will also depend on the fibre, mordanting method, plant parts present in the batch, water chemistry, extraction temperature, pH and length of time in the bath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural plant material varies between harvests. Sample first when working towards a particular colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic yellow recipe for wool\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\u003e25–100g dried Solidago per 100g dry wool\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWool mordanted with approximately 10% alum WOF\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnough water for the plant material and fibre to move freely\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 and mordant it with approximately 10% alum WOF, or follow your preferred wool-mordanting method. Wet the mordanted wool thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover the Solidago with water and leave it to soak overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtract:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat the soaked Solidago and extraction water to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e80–85°C (176–185°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e and hold for one hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strain the dye liquid through a cloth. The plant material may also be contained 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, mordanted wool and heat at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e80–85°C (176–185°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e for up to one hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDevelop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turn off the heat and allow the fibre to cool in the bath. Leave it for several hours or overnight if a deeper shade is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the fibre, rinse thoroughly and wash gently using a suitable pH-neutral detergent. Dry away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vigorous boil is unnecessary and may make the extracted colour duller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein and cellulose fibres require different preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDyeing cotton, linen or another cellulose fibre? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-mordant-linen-and-cotton-fabrics-successfully\"\u003eFind suitable preparation and mordanting methods here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour possibilities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMethod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePossible 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 lemon to soft floral yellow\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\u003eClear, vibrant yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 100% WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich golden yellow with warm undertones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStronger or repeated bath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeeper gold to orange-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver an indigo base\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFresh green, leaf green or deeper blue-green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight iron modification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOlive, moss green or green-brown\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 yellow or cream\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColour descriptions are provided as a guide. Results vary according to the individual batch, fibre, mordant, water and dyeing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreating green with indigo or woad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways apply the blue first:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDye the scoured fibre in a correctly prepared indigo or woad vat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse one or more controlled dips until the required depth of blue is reached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the fibre to oxidise completely between dips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the blue-dyed fibre thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMordant it using a method appropriate to the fibre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply the Solidago yellow bath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pale blue base followed by a strong Solidago yellow generally produces a clearer, brighter green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA deeper blue base produces darker leaf green, teal-green or blue-green shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways dye the blue first, followed by mordanting and Solidago. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModifying with iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron can shift Solidago yellow towards olive, moss green, khaki and green-brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–3% iron WOF\u003c\/strong\u003e in a separate, diluted afterbath. Begin with 1% and increase only if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron acetate is often a gentler option for textile fibres than using ferrous sulphate directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron acetate may be purchased ready-made, produced using a traditional homemade iron-water method or prepared by combining ferrous sulphate with sodium acetate using an appropriate recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomemade iron water can vary considerably in strength, so test it on a sample before treating the complete piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDissolve or dilute the iron thoroughly, observe the fibre continuously and remove it as soon as the desired shade develops. Excessive iron can make fibres harsh or brittle.\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\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\u003eUse controlled heat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtract and dye at approximately 80–85°C rather than using a vigorous boil.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse approximately 25% WOF for pale shades and up to 100% WOF for stronger golds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate green correctly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApply indigo or woad first, then mordant and dye with Solidago.\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 approximately 1% WOF and increase only when necessary.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsider iron acetate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIt is often gentler on textile fibres than direct ferrous-sulphate treatment.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReuse the bath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA second extraction or exhaust bath 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, temperature, 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\u003eSolidago generally has moderate to good colourfastness when the fibre is suitably prepared, mordanted, dyed and finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with many flavonoid yellows, prolonged exposure to strong light may gradually soften the shade. Deep, well-mordanted colours generally perform better than very pale or unmordanted shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen shades created with indigo or woad combine two separate dye layers. Their overall performance depends on both the blue base and the Solidago yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIron-modified colours may appear darker but should not automatically be assumed to be more permanent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry and store finished work away from strong, direct sunlight. Wash only when necessary using cool water and a gentle, pH-neutral detergent.\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\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 or herbal preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid creating or breathing plant dust and fine particles.\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 dusty material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople sensitive to plants in the daisy family should take particular care when handling Solidago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the safety instructions for all mordants, iron and indigo-vat ingredients used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse iron sparingly, as excessive iron may damage textile fibres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse dedicated dyeing utensils and containers—never food-preparation equipment.\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 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 dried, cut organic Solidago dye, supplied in a pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a natural plant material, variations in stem, leaf and flower content, particle size, colour and appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMordants, iron, indigo, woad 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 and other props 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":"50g","offer_id":52825438191952,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"75g","offer_id":53695975555408,"sku":null,"price":9.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":18700867993657,"sku":"816002","price":10.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":49844449411408,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":40466197479478,"sku":"816002","price":27.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":40466197512246,"sku":"816002","price":49.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/solidago_golden_rod.jpg?v=1790360388","url":"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/products\/organic-european-goldenrod-dye","provider":"AppleOak FibreWorks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}