My INDIGO dye experiments last summer result in many new craft projects! At least 4!

[@laraym2647]

One of my favorite things about any project you share with us is that you explain that "this is the way I do it" or "this is what works for me" which leaves the impression of: just because everyone's way may be different, it doesn't mean it's wrong! I love that!

[@wendywilson1736]

I agree!! There are so many folks out there who think their way is the only way, or "this is the way I learned it, so it must be The way to do it" There is more than one way to do just about every craft, and other things. Plus, many folks are afraid to experiment, and try different ways to do something. They expect specific instructions to do something, and think those instructions is the Only way to do something!

[@VitalityMassage]

My friend Rachelle Stewart sent me here because I'm making indigo paint. I had no intention to watch a 30 minute video this morning but this was wonderful. Thank you.

[@darlenemitchell4198]

I love how cat Rita has taken over where Norma left off❤️❤️

[@marilynpounder9524]

I had a cat who took over from her brother when he died!

[@christinephillips2069]

My cat Millie has taken over the full house x

[@paulettebornestig4430]

So sweet. The cats are taking care of you, as well.

[@deniselancaster6888]

The last one is amazing. Looks like a host of jellyfish in the ocean. Beautiful.

[@sandrascarlette7964]

Absolutely love everything you do!!! THANK YOU!!!🤗❤️🙏🌹

[@mrs.ruthallen9841]

Thank you for sharing your talent with us. I am static that I discovered your channel in 2023! Big hugs sent your way!!

[@salishseaquest7952]

You saved the best for last -- that ending panel was absolutely spectacular! For anyone who turned it off after "That's a wrap" missed your brilliant artwork. As you did all those years ago with your indigo dyeing, you wowed me with this process. Not that I would ever attempt it but I do hope that you will do some more in the future. Thank you, Kate, for being you and being so creative! xx

[@judithjanes5738]

You can get a similar effect with rubber bands holding those small glass discs in place while dyeing. You can get them at the craft shop, they're used in vases to keep flower stems from moving around.

[@wendywilson1736]

I used to have a stuffed dog like that! Back in the 60s, made out of scraps of double knits!! Remember those fabrics?

[@nancymathisen9707]

“Having a go” at something different and interesting would make life better for so many people who stick to only what they already know. Imagine the first people to dye with indigo. If they never tried something different we wouldn’t have indigo dyes.

[@PatWainwright]

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[@claudiafigueiredo7969]

OMG... I had no idea I need to indigo dye 💙💙💙 It's so beautiful. Thank you.

[@carolynwatts2942]

Kate, the Indigo fabrics are beautiful and the last piece looks like white flowers on a blue background. Absolutely gorgeous. You are have so many talents and a adore you. You could teach us older ones some beautiful tricks with fabric. God Bless and pray you stay well.❤🙏👍🐈

[@janispirolli4481]

Now your health is good? Hope so,love your cats and videos,you are fabulous.finallysomeone that uses colorful fabric.

[@kaywischkaemper4259]

This is one grand video and an inspiring presentation that encourages my current dying foray. Thank you Kate and Anna. The changes upon exposure to the air is so excellent

[@francestanner2575]

It is so frustrating to be able to only give one 'like'. This is wonderful. Blue is my favorite color. The indigo color is glorious!! 100 'likes' from me!

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

Thank you so much! xxx

[@margaretbedwell3211]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful work Kate. You are a treasure box of ideas. So glad to see cat Rita taking her job very seriously. I think Norma must have given very detailed instructions on how she is to perform her video bombs. Such a sweetie she is. Have a Blessed week.

[@lynnewilcox8169]

At our Creative Fibre group we have regular Dye Days and have an indigo bath for everyone to bring anything to be dyed. There are tshirts, aprons, fabric and wool and it’s so exciting to see the dye develop from green to indigo. The items get paler and paler as the dye bath exhausts.

[@charlotted6247]

Your curtains you've made have always been one of my favorite things. It's like stained glass and its beautiful. Seeing the rubber bands pop off the last piece of fabric was neat. It was magical.

[@sueweist8899]

I love watching you. You live life with such curiosity and joy. Have to tell you I watched a video the other day and all of a sudden there was Norma. My heart jumped before I realized I was watching an old video. Then tears sprang to my eyes. Sweet girl kitty . So happy Rita is doing her part filling the void. Us cat lovers shouldn't be without a loving cat. Your indigo is lovely. I love all of your projects.

[@alysonbuttonstone]

I still think about Norma, too. She was magical!

[@luciapelser6458]

Hi... when you wash the indigo fabric in your washing machine just add a few handfuls of salt in and it will be more colorfast.

[@sandramyer7081]

You need a Pipe and wrap the fabric loosely! Indigo and gives some various outside

[@nanigail395]

I look through the many comments after enjoying each video & you have to feel the love and appreciation coming from all of us❣️❤ So sorry you were in the hospital & thankfully, you look well now 🥰 Keep sharing but don’t overdo! (I just laughed out loud…telling Kate not to overdo😂)

[@WhatVivididnext]

What a thoroughly enjoyable video....just the quiet and pace I needed. Ooooh, each reveal was so exciting.....I was 'ooohing' and 'ahhing'. And gorgeous projects at the end. Mmmm....bliss. 😊

[@conniehusband1365]

Cats!!! I distinctly see Cats!!! What fun!

[@conniehusband1365]

Indigo cats!

[@sandramyer7081]

Love Indigo, Kate! Dyeing is fun, too! Love watching your fabrics dyed! Thanks, Kate! Sandra Myer from Indigo ! ❤

[@carolyncastino7508]

The poem…The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat…inspired a dog pillow and kitty made by my grandmother for my older sister and we all played with them..only the Gingham Dog has survived. Not bad considering we are all in our late 60’s and early 70’s. The Gingham Dog was green gingham with a black button eye!

[@janemarriott3389]

You are so industrious while staying relaxed☺️

[@yvonneklatt9525]

the video was amazing. I loved the last dyed piece, it remined me of jelly fish!

[@marywilson6760]

Hi Kate. I love the darkest fabric which has small lighter shades similar to a flower shape. Brilliant idea with different sizes of piping. Love the concertina one too. In fact there are none that I don't like 🤭 Thank you for sharing and keep on enjoying the lovely Spring weather we are having. Mary. 😊 xx

[@angelarowson6328]

Wow loved that beautiful blue 🟦🟦⚪️🟦🟦⚪️🟦🟦⚪️🟦🟦⚪️🟦🟦⚪️🟦🟦⚪️🟦🟦 with white circles indigo …. Just GORGEOUS!!!!! Thank you Kate … just beautiful!!! 💙🤍💙🤍💙

[@wendyallisonbarnes1187]

Enjoyed this weeks video very much! Thank you!

[@daleodberg6714]

Totally interesting to see the cloth evolve from green to blue. 🌸

[@bethliebman8169]

Wonderful video! When you declare that you're no expert, this frees up your creativity. Your experiments with the wrapping and tying methods all yielded such beautiful designs in the end. It was fun to hear your bees buzzing in the background. I always look forward to your postings.

[@annierodenberg2327]

Kate, Indigo is my favorite thing to do. Your results are fabulous. ❤️

[@wombathollowcrafts]

Hi Kate from the Southern Highlands of NSW Australia. Love your videos and love seeing Rita now becoming your little video buddy appearing often. Happy crafting 💜💜

[@beth12svist]

The best thirty crowns I spent in my life was visiting one of the two traditional indigo resist printing workshops here in Czechia. And I also took what might be my favourite photo there, of the elderly owner planning out and printing the resist on a fabric destined to be a tablecloth. It really is magic!

[@sharonvantroyen9686]

I love all of your indigo, but the one done using the pipe is amazing!

[@helenmorgan4003]

Thank you Kate, just finished making an indigo quilt for my grandson's 18th birthday day, I also used a few pieces of a mustard and rust coloured Japanese fabrics, backed it with a dark blue grunge and used the rust to bind it. The quilt was made with wedge shaped pieces and had it quilted with large swirls, it's a very generous queen size. Thank you for a wonderful post for first thing Monday morning here down under, must get cutting apples for drying while the temps are considering to hold in high 20c-low30c no autum leaves yet because even the nights have still been sitting in the high teens. Loved the little appearance of Norma in background of the older footage and then beeing greeted by sleepy Cat Rita. Dish of sun dried organic apples to pass down TLGS, with blessing from down under

[@lanapoulliot7682]

The last one looks like jellyfish in the deep blue sea 🌊 💙

[@carmenbailey1560]

Isn’t that Indio dying just the coolest process. Kate you made a lot of beautiful prints on your fabric pieces. And then dog made out of the Indigo fabrics are so cute. Take care of yourself and don’t over do it, I know your familiar with the tortoise and the hare. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊

[@LizStevens-o6v]

Very Interesting to see the process - thanks, Liz

[@mariaportillo5276]

Hello 👋🏻 from Montreal 🇨🇦; writing before I watch the video ☺️☺️☺️I know it will be fantastic! Your videos are sooo inspiring and beautiful!!! All of them. Love your house 🏡, cats 🐈 🐈 🐈 🐈, your garden 🪴 🌱🌳, cooking 🧑‍🍳 and of course your quilts 😍😍🥰🥰very happy 😃 to have found your channel ☺️. Thank you and take care 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@laurareiner]

Anyone else see a row of cats sitting up in the panel Kate opens at 14:45?

[@doreensherk287]

❤ that was a fun video to watch and I really enjoyed your process……..❤

[@bgummeson]

Great video, Kate! The piece you pulled out of the dye pot at 15:00 made me gasp. So beautiful. Hope you had a lovely Mother’s Day!

[@nancywhite2014]

Hello from Amherst, New York. A suburb of Buffalo 🦬 New York. Love your sweet calico kitty 🐱. The indigo dye is marvelous! How lovely ☺️

[@margaretberryman6260]

Oh my goodness - hospital. I'm so sorry to hear that happened.

[@denisevettraino7916]

so Meditative watching you dye outdoors ! I do Love the indigo stained glass effect window panels with the floral inserts...Best Wishes for a restorative Spring, Kate ❤

[@sandramyer7081]

Use spoons( old) and tool old things!

[@Knits-WIPs-N-Chains]

The Indigo dying process is very interesting. Not something I'm likely ever going to attempt but I like to watch it happen. 😃

[@lillyjunke9395]

That's a Scottie dog ❤L

[@jane3683]

I think I like the one that looks like jellyfish, the last one. Have a great week Kate and thanks for posting. See you soon on the lime green sofa Jane

[@lynette.]

Fascinating watching the indigo dyeing.

[@northernkarma9296]

Fascinating Kate. I'm so glad you showed us at the end that last big piece with all of the little scrunchy elastics. Wouldn't that print make for a fabulous skirt?!? I was all like ooooh and ahhh'ing LOL

[@conniehusband1365]

Kate! Got a real chuckle from your 'chutney' comment. Great sense of humour🤣

[@JudyMurtagh-h1x]

Love the indigo dying and the vast way's there are of using it. I have been making the garden ties for quite awhile now and I sew a small zig zag stitch down each side which prevents more fraying and knotting. Loved your video as usual, such a delicious way of relaxing. Thank's Kate.

[@ivonnewalters8896]

Oh My Goodness, Kate these indigo dyed fabrics are Awesome!

[@sandramyer7081]

I enjoyed the indigo process and how the green turned blue- many things CB I loved watching from you and I how the cotton sheets turned out! And more 5” and 2 1/2 “ too! Thanuou Kate-wish I was there to do the same dyeing process with YoU, Kate!

[@Pamelamarobi]

This is one of my favorite Kate videos! I just ordered some indigo dye, and I'm definitely going to make your stained glass hanging. My sister is coming from Vermont for a visit next month, and I will dye fabric while she sits by the pool. Wish you could join us. It would sure be a party then! Thank you for sharing your life here on the KZbins; it's such a nice break from the horrors of today's world. Peace to you and yours.

[@lindabrasgalla3381]

I've recently come across your videos and love them! I find myself calmed down when I watch them. I love all of the different crafts and activities. I hope you take this the right way, but your calmness, stories, and way of talking reminds me of The Friendly Giant. Your lime green sofa even reminds me of his chairs to sit in!

[@marilynwithers2571]

Great video as always, really enjoyed watching your interview with "The Idiot Quilter", came across it by chance, happy days!!!!!!

[@hannalieblignaut1209]

I could watch you do the Indigo all day long…. Waiting for the next one to come out, then the next one 😛. Loved this video

[@loriar1027]

Hey there! I knew you’d been ill last year, but I didn’t realize you’d in in the hospital. I’m so glad you’re all better now! I love the idea of dying my own fabric and then quilting with it. What a rough year it was last year!

[@lynnniemi3053]

just stunning, and your "Outdoor Workshop" is so relaxing looking and inviting! This reminds me of back in the '70's when we used to do tie dye outside, although it never looked this good! thanks for sharing

[@susanlamb7431]

Yes I remember the same and I kept thinking it never looked so good in the 60/70s

[@judithjanes5738]

We used to have the 'annual' tie-dye party every year. Didn't use the screaming primary colors, just a few mediums and some pastels. I wore my prized pastel tie-dye socks to work with my favorite Birkenstocks, since I was working a desk job that week at the railroad. If working outside, ankle-high boots with steel toes were required. Our brand new Division Superintendent walked up beside me when I was operating the copy machine, I thought, "Oh no, I'm gonna get in trouble now," but he leaned over to say in a stage-delivered aside, "My wife would KILL for those socks!" Cracked me up!

[@ericallerton809]

Wow!!!interesting ,Kate and sold out!!,! Learned alot,,, Thanks so much,, Elaine 🏡🏡🏡

[@margaretberryman6260]

Kate does all the items including for Christmas boxes up so beautifully. I have a friend who is like that.

[@suebulford]

oh wow, like Christmas morning opening up your parcels with lots of surprises, absolutely fantastic

[@lesleyrawlings4209]

Loved watching that Kate Thankyou, pure magic watching the colour develop..

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Hello, Kate!-Anna, who I often forget is there, until she zooms in. 😁 Your indigo fabric is stunning! It’s magical the way the fabric transforms as is dries. I’ve learned to wait u til the VERY end, so as not to miss anything. The final reveal of the spotted fabric was certainly worth the wait. I watched that reveal 3 times! On a side note, I came across you-and cat Rita💜-in your interview with The Idiot (hmmm…) Quilter this morning. I love your first quilt. Such an ambitious first project! Take care, and stay well! Muskoka ON 🇨🇦

[@aliciaquintano6506]

I also saw that interview. It was very enjoyable though had I been the interviewer I'd have spent a lot of time asking about Rita :)

[@lisareid1057]

I was overzealous and left a message halfway through the video. I know see what you have done with it and it’s fantastic. 😊

[@andrewandjoanhart7882]

I love the serendipitous nature of your indigo dyeing process. Each one is a gem and I would love to have a go.. Your enthusiasm is brilliant.

[@sharonmolde6658]

I am so excited!! I actually got to the shop before the charm packs were gone! Oh, thank you, Kate. I absolutely cannot wait to get a "made from your hands" fabric. I will continue to blather on to the hubs....but, gosh darn it, I am sooo excited!

[@hetty2974]

Hello kate,oh my goodness this video was so relaxing and very interesting, so wonderful to do these handcrafted fabrics you are so very clever, gifted and so kind ,easy listening to and a lovely lady.hello to all your creatures there too.thankyou and love and prayers 🙏 xxheather,xx

[@gailmiller1732]

Absolutely lovely!! Especially love the stained glass look!! Thank you so much!

[@daleodberg6714]

I love the little dogs.

[@katethompson2818]

I should have known that your indigo would go fast! 😟 for me. 😊 for you. Ah, well. The video was lovely.

[@jillychandler]

Hope that all your animals are well Kate? Would love to see Elieen the goose and the cats on your vids please, and outside in your garden please. Love from Devon xxx

[@suebrown3194]

Just as I suspected, all the indigo packs are gone! Still, it was lovely to see the process and the possibilities. 💕

[@KimLomQld]

So enjoyed the video today Kate. I have bought some RIT dyes in blues to try out, and if I am any good at it, I will definitely try the Indigo ! Always an inspirational session at "the last homely house"💐

[@nitescudelia8777]

Wonderful presentation. I love colour blue and these pieces of fabtic fascinated me. And I also love the way you talk and explain. I just waitto see your next video with your ideas , house, garden and of course your lovely cats.

[@SouthernGIGI]

WOW, Is there anything you cant do? Those are all amazing. I really love all your videos. I sure wish I had just a little of your talent.❤❤

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

I had to back up the video to hear Eileen's bit of wisdom a second time. What fun to spend the afternoon in your garden, Kate.

[@lidaconn2029]

I love the way you get back to things you did before. Sometimes I look for things I can't find but you bring them up. That makes me happy. Stay healthy.

[@kmorelli5627]

Kate, I have watched your videos for sometime and simply LOVE your channel. I'm 74 and find your videos the "cats meow"! Thank you for sharing all of your world.

[@marynimocks6791]

You and your creative adventures add much joy to me life! Gracie Mille! 🌺🟡🔵

[@loraineleuschke4186]

A very fun tuber today. I have dyed some fabric once, not indigo but I had a ball. I still have it in a box and I look at it every now and again just to tell myself how well I did. I do not have the heart to cut and use it. I love it and it was so much fun to see all the movement markings on the fabric.

[@hildejohnson8780]

That is beautiful reminds me of tie dye it's beautiful thanks for sharing oh if I could I would love to get some of your stuff but I have to wait till I can afford so enjoy sewing and crafting and everything so stay safe be careful and have a great week and lots of love and hugs to you and your family thank you 💜💜🙏🙏🤠🤠

[@nancyshaner8548]

This is fascinating. What a great idea, to do those charm packs. I love it when you do things outdoors and we too can hear the birds.

[@nevafitzgerald2402]

Happy Sunday Kate 😇 love the fabric and the way it came out! Look at sweet Rita love her❤❤❤🐦

[@dotlaing1085]

Superb Kate..thank you. I loved watching you dying the fabric and producing all the different designs..fascinating. I loved them all ….but I think the concertina one was my favourite. Thanks again Kate…take care ..Hugs Dottie xx

[@karinmerlijn1866]

Wow love this ❤ beautiful effects with the pipes. Thank you for all the inspiring calm video's you make🙏

[@autumn88310]

Oh Kate your fabric is just gorgeous. The one with the pipe reminds me of a shimmering pond in the sun. Thank you for sharing. ♥️♥️♥️

[@LindaWilde-y6l]

What a beautiful color, I love that , thank you for sharing with us. 😊 ❤ Linda W.

[@beverleysimmons8080]

I love the blue print very cool hello Miss Rita she is a gorgeous cat

[@conniehusband1365]

Sinfully Satisfying...... Good description for this wonderful activity! Second time watching and i guarantee it wont be the last..... Thankyou Kate for sharing your delicious activities with the world at large🤗

[@carolsparrow9331]

Well I missed out on ordering your indigo fabric. I was busy sewing and at 6pm my time I remembered...4 hours late. I enjoyed watching you dye your fabrics, so much fun and work! So happy to see you well now. Thanks for the video!

[@1wholovestrees]

As one who has purchased your cards and several other things, I’m so unwilling to use them! But if I bought a pack of these and put them into one of these projects, I’ll know I still have your love in them.

[@catherineaschenbrenner6270]

Just found this you tube. What fun you’re homey house is- always something fun going on Anna you are blessed to have Kate as your mother in law. I would love to spend time with you all and play with you all. Love and sunshine to you all

[@thelasthomelyhouse]

welcome to my Lime Green Sofa Catherine! Xxx

[@annemack3357]

Hello Kate , just a beautiful video love the way you explain things . You are looking very well great to see take care now.🦋

[@petro3441]

Stunning

[@emilywilliams3237]

I got way behind in watching your lovely videos. So glad to see this one - I really love the process of the indigo dying, and especially the transformation of the green color to that beautiful blue color. I think that indigo blue is my favorite. Thanks for this video.

[@ritabrunetti381]

Hello Kate. Great video. Very interesting watching how each fabric takes on the dye. Love the last one!! Be well.