One-Pot Magic: Surprising Natural-Dye Rainbows

Perhaps you're a spinner who has been collecting dyes, mordants, pots, books, and more, but have yet to find the time to give them a try. Martha Owen, the artist in residence for fibers at the John C. Campbell Folk School, has been teaching people how to get colors in a hurry during weekend workshops for years. Here, she shares her “magic pot” method that combines multiple dyestuffs for fun, multicolor effect. This how-to article is focused on fun and just getting started with natural dyes.

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