Rust Dyeing

rust and red wine

I’m in deep!

rust and red wine

I have been thinking about writing a blog post about my adventures in rust dyeing, but I’m so into it, I can’t stop to put cohesive thoughts together

rust and black coffee

So here are a few photos to give you and idea of what is going on around here

dyed with black coffee, before washing

after washing

calico, nails and white vinegar

white vinegar, copper panel pins, rusty nails

I found some craft stranded threads for 40p a skein, made by Trimits, ideal for rust experiments

I have made a start on stitching

copper panel pins, white vinegar and stitching

Must go and check on the pieces I left overnight…….