- Plant-based dyes
- Mineral-based dyes
- Insect-based dyes
- Fungi-based dyes
- Natural mordants
- Bundle dyeing
- Shibori dyeing
- Eco-printing
- Solar dyeing
- Ice dyeing
Plant-based dyes
Plant-based dyes, such as indigo, turmeric, and madder, offer a wide range of colors and are easily accessible for eco-friendly fabric coloring.
Mineral-based dyes
Mineral-based dyes, like iron and copper, provide unique earthy tones and can be used to create beautiful natural hues on fabrics.
Insect-based dyes
Insect-based dyes, such as cochineal, produce vibrant reds and pinks and have been used for centuries in fabric coloring.
Fungi-based dyes
Fungi-based dyes, like lichen and mushroom, offer a diverse palette of colors and are a sustainable option for natural dyeing.
Natural mordants
Natural mordants, such as alum and tannin, help to fix natural dyes to the fabric and enhance colorfastness.
Bundle dyeing
Bundle dyeing involves wrapping fabric with plant materials and steaming or boiling to transfer natural pigments onto the fabric.
Shibori dyeing
Shibori dyeing is a Japanese technique that involves creating intricate patterns by folding, twisting, and binding fabric before dyeing.
Eco-printing
Eco-printing uses direct contact between plant materials and fabric to create beautiful and unique botanical imprints.
Solar dyeing
Solar dyeing harnesses the sun's energy to slowly infuse fabric with natural dyes, resulting in gentle and subtle color variations.
Ice dyeing
Ice dyeing involves sprinkling powdered dyes over ice on fabric, allowing the melting ice to create organic patterns and blends of color.