Natural Dye Explorations — BARBARA MADLEY

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BARBARA MADLEY

BARBARA MADLEY

natural dye color palettes

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natural dye material families

Cedrus

Eucalyptus

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Myrtus

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Myrtus dye and pH experiments

Avocado

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Dyeing, Bundling, Soaking, Steaming

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