I love using natural dyes. I used to dye a lot when involved with my local spinning and weaving guilds. Recently I purchased a bolt of dye ready quilting cotton. This summer I’m going dye it using indigo, madder, and cochineal. Should be a fun dye-session.
I'm afraid to jump down the rabbit hole in fabric dyeing. So many possibilities. Please post on your other explorations. Coffee would also likely be agent of color.
They all turned out nice/ natural! I just set out many boxes of red zinger that was out of date and the taste was not to my preference, it never dawned on me to do this with it! Really like them all! Lis
So creative, and helpful. I'm thinking about tea staining some bright yellow fabric, with big pink flowers on it, that I'm going to use for a backing. I like yellow, but it's a bit bright. Might just antique it a bit. Thanks for doing the demo. It really shows how it changes the color.
I've always heard about tea dying, but have never seen it done. Thank you so much for the comparison before/after samples!!! Very helpful. I very much appreciate your work and for sharing this video! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I really like the change the tea dye made to the white on white fabric! It gives it an almost lacy look, beautiful! I have tons of white on white that I have trouble telling which side is the right side unless I hold it to the light. I can't tell you how many times I accidently flipped it to the wrong side. This is going on my to do list.
You’re so innovative. Thanks Beth. I did tea dye a cross stitch that I did years ago. It turned out very well, just wish I’d continued to do more. You’ve inspired me! Loved the hibiscus one. ❤️🇦🇺
Hello Beth, Wow, I really like the results. I was unaware of hibiscus tea, the color is superb and I have many yards of white cotton. It’s been many years since I tea dyed anything.. thank you for sharing this technique and reminding me how much I loved the look. ❤️❤️❤️ Chris
I tea dyed some stark white jelly roll strips today!!!! They have been in the jar all day!!! BIG GRIN ! They will be used as a binding on a small quilt!
I recently threw 2 ivory colored cotton face masks into a load of colored laundry and they came out blue. I bleached them then re dyed them with black tea and they look as good as new
A refreshing change of pace from the sewing videos. Have never considered doing this. Is there preference for any fabric type, say like cotton , cotton blends, calico? How does the tea dye stay in the fabric without bleeding it out?
Different types of fabric will likely produce slightly different results. It’s an adventure 🙂 natural dyes will fade somewhat over time since they are natural. But they won’t go back to pure white👌
I needed to make a Saxon costume for my daughter and we used onion skins to dye the fabric. They produced a beautiful gold colour. The only thing was that it didn’t really stand up to modern washing powders. I don’t know if there’s a way I could have made it colourfast.
Try blackberry juice, blueberry juice or black current, they all come out good, including my fingers lol, ive yet to find a stable natural green that doesnt fade.
@bethshibleyquilts think also the tannins in the tea help keep the colour.. Hand washing and like others have said " just freshen in it up with more tea soaking"
My question is way off topic, but where do you live to where you can hv flowers and plants outside already, some blooming at that?? I’m so ready for warm weather and flowers. Here in Kentucky we’ve had snow, ice and cold temps. Only 36 degrees for today, sunny but cold.I haven’t tea dyed anything in years, not since I did arts & crafts back in the 90’s, I only make quilts, throws, mats and runners now. Might hv to dye some muslin for a quilt though. Do you dye only muslin??
I had several off white sheets - different shades , I thought to start with the lightest and set in tea dye.. then after an hour.. add the next darker shade.. then an hour later add the last darker shade 🎉.. it might work to get a closer shade that match🎉😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
I am surprised that your hibiscus tea stains pink, the one I use stains blue. Maybe the difference is that your is a blend. Captured by Colour, a video by Andrew Pheasant JAK Films on youtube is informative about using natural materials to dye fabric.
Quilt Science! I love it. This would be a fun summer project to do with Granddaughter #2, who is showing a real interest in sewing and quilting.
What a fun experiment! I almost screamed when you cut that pretty block in half! I love how the fabrics turned out.
I once tea died a lace dress to wear to a Christmas party. It turned out so beautiful!
Wouldn't I love to come have a cup of tea with you! Your videos are so relaxing, am sure your company would be too!
Why didn't I think of this? I used to tea-dye plain paper to get an aged, rich look. Keep up with sharing these splendid ideas and experiments.
I did some tea dying years ago. It was a fun and relaxing activity to do with my granddaughters. Your videos always make me smile 😃
I love using natural dyes. I used to dye a lot when involved with my local spinning and weaving guilds. Recently I purchased a bolt of dye ready quilting cotton. This summer I’m going dye it using indigo, madder, and cochineal. Should be a fun dye-session.
I loved this demonstration. I think that I will try this too. I loved the results. Thanks
I'm afraid to jump down the rabbit hole in fabric dyeing. So many possibilities. Please post on your other explorations.
Coffee would also likely be agent of color.
Yes… coffee, avocados, beets, onions,,etc…..😀
@@bethshibleyquilts what part of the avocado?
@@AnitaSouthall the seed and skin👌
Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing!
I love this demo! Thank you, Beth! I never would have thought of the hibiscus tea.
They all turned out nice/ natural!
I just set out many boxes of red zinger that was out of date and the taste was not to my preference, it never dawned on me to do this with it! Really like them all! Lis
Love the affect it gives the fabric
I will try this 👍
Interesting. Tazo Passion tea produces a beautiful color, and it is also very tasty. 🙂
So creative, and helpful. I'm thinking about tea staining some bright yellow fabric, with big pink flowers on it, that I'm going to use for a backing. I like yellow, but it's a bit bright. Might just antique it a bit. Thanks for doing the demo. It really shows how it changes the color.
Love this idea. Thank you.
Thanks, I really needed this for school!
Very interesting to see your results, thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊
I've always heard about tea dying, but have never seen it done. Thank you so much for the comparison before/after samples!!! Very helpful. I very much appreciate your work and for sharing this video! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Brilliant! I’m definitely going to try this, thank you so much for sharing. Inspirational once again!
This is a great idea Beth thanks for sharing these tips with us x
I really like the change the tea dye made to the white on white fabric! It gives it an almost lacy look, beautiful! I have tons of white on white that I have trouble telling which side is the right side unless I hold it to the light. I can't tell you how many times I accidently flipped it to the wrong side. This is going on my to do list.
You’re so innovative. Thanks Beth. I did tea dye a cross stitch that I did years ago. It turned out very well, just wish I’d continued to do more. You’ve inspired me! Loved the hibiscus one. ❤️🇦🇺
Hello Beth, Wow, I really like the results. I was unaware of hibiscus tea, the color is superb and I have many yards of white cotton. It’s been many years since I tea dyed anything.. thank you for sharing this technique and reminding me how much I loved the look. ❤️❤️❤️ Chris
I tea dyed some stark white jelly roll strips today!!!! They have been in the jar all day!!! BIG GRIN ! They will be used as a binding on a small quilt!
how fun !
Love love love! Guess what I will be trying soon. Thanks
Another great idea. Thanks!
Thank you for sharing. I found this to be very interesting. You are very creative.
Thank you very fun to watch ❤
Thanks for the idea
Very informative… thank you
Thank you!!!
Beautiful 😍
Thanks 👋👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏👏👌👌👌😍😍😍😍🤗🤗
Love the effects of both even tho I dislike the color of pink.
I recently threw 2 ivory colored cotton face masks into a load of colored laundry and they came out blue. I bleached them then re dyed them with black tea and they look as good as new
thank you!!
A refreshing change of pace from the sewing videos. Have never considered doing this. Is there preference for any fabric type, say like cotton , cotton blends, calico?
How does the tea dye stay in the fabric without bleeding it out?
Different types of fabric will likely produce slightly different results. It’s an adventure 🙂 natural dyes will fade somewhat over time since they are natural. But they won’t go back to pure white👌
Great segment Beth. Hibiscus tea made such a beautiful colour. Do you have to set the dye with salt?
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In my research I did not come across that… great question 👌
@@bethshibleyquilts thank you👍
Do you need another step so it doesn't wash out? I love the tea dyed look.
What a good idea. When you wash a quilt, does the tea-color fade?
I wonder, too
Yes if you wash often with strong detergent. For a quilt that’s not washed frequently and uses mild detergent I think the fading will be minimal 👌
Thank you! I will try it.
Just toss a few tea bags in the washer with the quilt! 🙂
@@texastwostepper2140 maybe for safety in a lingerie bag?
I needed to make a Saxon costume for my daughter and we used onion skins to dye the fabric. They produced a beautiful gold colour. The only thing was that it didn’t really stand up to modern washing powders. I don’t know if there’s a way I could have made it colourfast.
I’ve read using mordant will help but natural dyes “naturally” break down.👌
I wonder if vinegar in the tea would set the color. It works for Easter eggs.
Salt helps as well
@ thank you, I’ll try putting a cup of salt in next time.
I have heard about yellow onion skins, but I think I like smell of tea better than onion!!!
Try blackberry juice, blueberry juice or black current, they all come out good, including my fingers lol, ive yet to find a stable natural green that doesnt fade.
question how do you set the color? so it doesnt wash out?
If you wash it often with strong detergent it will fade.👌
@bethshibleyquilts think also the tannins in the tea help keep the colour.. Hand washing and like others have said " just freshen in it up with more tea soaking"
My question is way off topic, but where do you live to where you can hv flowers and plants outside already, some blooming at that?? I’m so ready for warm weather and flowers. Here in Kentucky we’ve had snow, ice and cold temps. Only 36 degrees for today, sunny but cold.I haven’t tea dyed anything in years, not since I did arts & crafts back in the 90’s, I only make quilts, throws, mats and runners now. Might hv to dye some muslin for a quilt though. Do you dye only muslin??
I’m in Southern California and my husband loves to garden🙂 I have dyed various fabrics. It’s always an adventure
I had several off white sheets - different shades , I thought to start with the lightest and set in tea dye.. then after an hour.. add the next darker shade.. then an hour later add the last darker shade 🎉.. it might work to get a closer shade that match🎉😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
Can this be washed later?
I would use mild detergent 👌
Will the dye come out when washed?
It may fade over time
It may fade a bit. .. that is the nature of natural dyes I think😉
Does it wash out?
It may wash out a bit. It’s an old method👌 I enjoy using.
Which fabric it is
Cotton fabric
Did I miss how long fabric stays in bowls
There’s no exact time. You’ll get a somewhat darker color if it sits in the dye longer.
I am surprised that your hibiscus tea stains pink, the one I use stains blue. Maybe the difference is that your is a blend.
Captured by Colour, a video by Andrew Pheasant JAK Films on youtube is informative about using natural materials to dye fabric.