השנה, התחושה הזו הכתה בי בצרפת הכפרית. היינו מוקפים בעצי זהבה מתנועעים ברוח, עצי אלמון לאורך גדות הנהר, ועצי ערמון מלכותיים כבדים בענפים...

במשך מאות שנים, טבעו המדויק של אבל מהו תעלומת צבע יצורי הים טקסטים יהודיים עתיקים, כולל התלמוד (מנחות מב ע"ב), מספרים לנו רק במאה ה-20...

Discover the rare Japanese dye murasaki, extracted from Lithospermum erythrorhizon roots. Learn its rich history, cold-extraction method, and how to achieve stunning purples on silk and wool.

all the terms you ever needed to know.

Ever found a lovely piece of fabric and thought, “This feels natural... probably”? Welcome to the detective work of fiber identification. Whether you're prepping for a dye bath or just trying to avoid melting something under your iron, knowing what you're working with is half the battle. In this post, we’ll cover simple at-home tests—from burn to bleach—and offer some real-world tips (label your stuff!) to help you stay sane in the studio.

הרהורים על פסטיבל הבלאודרוק של גוטאו, שתמיד מתקיים ביום ראשון הראשון של חודש מאי ביום ראשון הראשון של מאי, כפר גוטאו (אוסטריה עילית) הקטן...

Natural dyeing in the youngest democracy in the world. I traveled to Timor Leste in November 2024 at the invitation of Hilly Bouwman,...

Organic indigo vats explored!

I love to be inspired by what is around me. When I let the dogs out in the (very) early morning, I witness the morning mist creating...

a year in natural dyes and pictures, take a look at the best moments for DekelDyes in 2024!

Indonesia, with its rich biodiversity and long tradition of craftsmanship, is a haven for natural dye enthusiasts. This archipelago of...

In my previous blog , I shared tips for more sustainable washing practices to care for your naturally dyed clothes. In this blog, let's...

how to wash your naturally dyed clothes

Indonesian weaving is a vibrant tradition filled with unique techniques, materials, and motifs, it is diverse as the archipelago is...

If you went shopping for clothes lately, did you notice how many items are now 'cotton-rich', cotton-blends, or viscose derivatives like...

With this simple indigo resist technique I will teach you how to create a beautiful marble effect on white textiles

Two great textile workshops in the Netherlands

How to make your won ATF mordant from scratch

Sukumo indigo holds a special place as a time-honored dyeing technique. Derived from the leaves of the Polygonum tinctorium plant, Sukumo...

If you have been reading my blogs you have seen a thing or two about creating dark shades using the magical collusion of tannins with...

There have been a lot of posts from me on social media about Tzitzit, and people are asking me left and right: what are Tzitzit. So here...

"But why are you putting up a recipe here Suzanne? Is this not a site about natural dyes?" You are 100% correct. But it is also Rosh...

Handwoven Fabrics from the Kuchene Community (Beta Israel) in Addis Abeba

In my quest to give a more profound, layered meaning to my work, I have been diving increasingly into the history of natural dyes. This...