How to Make a Natural Dye Using Lichens

[@sondragingery5949]

As soon as I saw that you had a new video I was saying Goodie, goodie! It is so wonderful that you are doing these with your mother, and recording her wealth of knowledge.

[@datinyone]

the pure joy on your mom's face during this entire video, was wonderful to see :)

[@MyraMadeColor]

You are so kind - thank you!

[@Whisperkissper]

what a lovely way of teaching you both have.

[@MyraMadeColor]

Glad you think so!

[@maggiesmith3472]

So well explained. A dyer who understands the chemistry. A pleasure to learn from you.

[@jygood3718]

Love the videos with your mum. So much information🤗

[@elvirakammerscheid6340]

In Germany we call this lichen fox lichen because this poison kills foxes. But now I know more. Thank you very much!

[@craftyazshabbyshacjude3297]

WOW just discovered your channel and what a gem of information you and your Mum especially have. Love this video on Lichens, and always wondered if they would produce a colour. Here In NZ we have 9 variety's i think it is and will defiantly try your method and note them down. Huge Hugs from down under xx

[@MyraMadeColor]

Thank you so much!

[@MariellaOlden]

Aww this video is so fascinating! I am a freshman biology student and am currently studying lichens as part of our exam, and I am glad to have watched this video for new learning. I loved how your mom explained everything to you! Thanks for sharing this!

[@MyraMadeColor]

Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@LastMinuteLaura]

I am so glad to have found your channel! I have not explored lichens yet, but I love natural dyeing with plants! Thanks for making this video * *subscribed* *

[@MyraMadeColor]

Glad to hear it! Thank you for watching!

[@theverbind]

This was so wholesome and educational!

[@vanishrees8098]

Well, I'm currently dealing with my project work in Master's in botany,the topic goes with dye analysis, which am doing with plant sources such as flowers and fruits..today after watching this video I found it really interesting to dye with lichens! loved your way dying and happy to know some facts about lichens, I really expect a video on how to check colour fastness like washing and light fastness.

[@MyraMadeColor]

Thank you for sharing! If you're interested in a video focused on color fastness for natural dyes, here's a link. kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6uziquCfN1jg9U

[@crystalolson9594]

Awesome

[@ezgidikdere5890]

Gooood!!! It was amazing to see you , together! Thank you, both

[@MyraMadeColor]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@corinnevanbalen1474]

Really love, love, love this video.... Love your mum!

[@naganandinimn4264]

very good, botanist

[@WisehudGM]

With your mom the joy can't be explained you're awesome 💕💯🙏

[@MyraMadeColor]

Oh thank you! We truly do love spending time together, especially when it involves dyeing.

[@BlossomBlendFibres]

Thank you so much for sharing your passion for natural colour. 💞

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

Really enjoyable tutorial. Here is South Carolina I gathered some beard lichen Usnea from fallen branches. I’m going to see if it makes a dye.

[@MyraMadeColor]

Good luck!

[@botanicaltreasures2408]

@@MyraMadeColor The shield lichen made a reddish color. My wool yarn ended up dusty rose in color.

[@TarotLadyLissa]

I want to sit and have coffee with your mom and pick her brain! Shes lovely! Inside and out!

[@tays1263]

This lichen isn’t poisonous to touch correct?

[@MyraMadeColor]

Correct. This is safe to touch. Wearing gloves when doing natural dyes is a good idea if you’re ever unsure, or if you tend to have sensitive skin.

[@jessicabey275]

🥰

[@cumberlandquiltchic1]

“You don’t need a mordant “. … but, isn’t vinegar a mordant? I enjoy dying with lichen.

[@MyraMadeColor]

Vinegar is not a mordant. It shifts the pH balance of the dye towards acidic, which is important for some natural dyes. Mordants are metallic salts, such as alum or iron, that bond to the fiber to fix the dye to the fiber.