The Modern Natural Dyer Work-Along: Phase 3 Kit

*** This item is made to order and will be ready to ship or pick-up 7-10 business days from time of order.***

In 2016, in celebration of her new book, The Modern Natural Dyer, Kristine designed a year long course of study to guide you through the book and the natural dyeing process. Kristine has found that project-based learning helps create a direct method for exploring technique. In the Modern Natural Dyer, there are 20 projects, each exploring a different part of the natural dyeing process.

Originally, with seasonality in mind, the Work-Along was broken into three phases. Phase 3 ran from September 2016 to December 2016. The main correspondence of the Work-Along took place on the Verb blog and on the Verb Instagram account.

In Phase 3, the focus is on the basics of natural dyeing and creating fun, easy gifts for your friends and family. We think this kit is great to do in the Fall to create holiday gifts.

These are the projects of focus:

Northern Lights Scarf
Mama's Little Teacup Onesie
Confetti Cowl
Berry Patch Necklace

By working on these projects you will learn:
+ the difference between fiber types
+ to naturally dye protein-based and cellulose-based fibers
+ to plan for projects
+ to work efficiently and effectively 
+ to dye with indigo
+ to combine indigo and other dyes
+ to create simple resist patterns on fabric and yarn
+ to dye with dyestuff from your kitchen
+ to dye on unspun fiber
+ and more!

The Phase 3 Kit contains:

Blanks, Yarn, and Fiber
Silk scarves (3) 
Organic cotton baby onesie (1)
DMC Embroidery Floss (1 hank)
Blue Sky Fibers Organic Skinny Cotton (1 skein) 
Wool top fiber (1 oz)
Silk ribbon (1 yard)

Scour, Mordant, and Baths
Dishwashing detergent
Soda ash
Aluminum potassium sulfate
Aluminum acetate
Calcium carbonate

The Indigo Vat
Organic indigo extract
Sodium hydroxide (lye)**
Sodium hydrosulfite
Soda ash
pH strips + key

Natural Dyes
Northern Lights Shawl: logwood
Mama's Little Teacup Onesie: black tea
Confetti Cowl: cochineal
Berry Patch Necklace: cochineal, madder, and logwood

Tools
Mini-whisk
Verb pencil
Coffee filter

+ This kit includes enough indigo to create one mothers (the concentrated indigo solution) which will dye many items beyond the Northern Lights Scarf. You will have enough to dye yarn, fabric, and finished goods like clothing and table linens, and more!

+ Purchasing this one large kit, rather than a series of smaller kits, you will save over 25%.

+ Shipping lye: Since this kit contains lye, it will ship via UPS Ground. Please provide a physical mailing address (no PO Boxes). Please note that UPS Ground shipping times may be longer than expected. Please call or email us with any questions.



+ Dye Kits will ship 7 - 10 business days from time of order



+ CANADIAN AND INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS 
EMAIL US for a shipping quote.

+ For more shipping information please see our shipping page 


Please take care when working with natural dyes. Always use separate pots and tools dedicated to the dyeing process. Wear protective eyewear and gloves. By purchasing these materials you are agreeing to taking all responsibility when using. 

When working with goods dyed with indigo, it is common and natural for the blue dye to rub off on one’s hands while sewing. This is called crocking. Although the goods have been washed, it takes pressured contact to release the extra indigo dye. Your handwork is part of the indigo dyeing process. The blue dye can be removed with hot water and soap. From working closely with indigo dyed materials through the making process, typically, the excess dye has been removed, and the crocking will cease.

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Once dyed, based upon the fiber content, follow the applicable instructions for the longterm care of them: 

Plant-based fibers such as cotton or linen - Machine washable on cool cycle. Hang or lay flat to dry.

Silk - Handwash with cool water recommended. Hang to dry.

Superwash Wool - Machine washable on cool cycle with pH neutral soap, though hand wash recommended. Lay flat to dry.

Wool and Wool blends - Handwash only in lukewarm water with pH neutral soap. Lay flat to dry.

This item is a final sale. Once purchased, there are no cancellations, exchanges, store credits, or returns. 

If you would like to add-to-order, please click here to review the instructions. Shipping charges are non-refundable.

If you would like to apply a discount code, please click here to review the instructions. We cannot refund discounts.

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Packages ship Tuesday through Saturday via USPS. If purchasing lye, it will ship via UPS Ground. Please provide a physical mailing address (no PO Boxes). Once shipped, you will receive a confirmation email and tracking number. Please use the tracking number provided and contact the shipping carrier directly with any questions about transit and delivery. 

US ORDERS

Please select the insured option at checkout to ensure compensation for a lost package. Once the package has been picked up by the shipping carrier, we are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged packages. We do not offer refunds or credits for lost or stolen packages.

If you select an insured option and need to file a claim with USPS, we will provide you with any documentation needed to complete your claim. Packages are insured for the order total. If your package is stolen, please contact your credit card company to receive any possible compensation. 

US orders $125 pre-tax and above:
Free - Ships in 5 business days, uninsured
$5 - Ships in 4 business days, insured
$12 - Ships in 3 business days, insured

US orders under $125 pre-tax:
$9.00 - Ships in 5 business days, uninsured
$11 - Ships in 4 business days, insured
$20 - Ships in 3 business days, insured

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
Canada: starting at $28*
International: starting at $35*

*For natural dyeing kits, books, and packages weighing 2 pounds plus, we will invoice you for additional shipping charges. Contact us for a quote.

We cannot ship lye outside of the continental United States. All international orders are shipped uninsured USPS First Class Parcel Post. We are not responsible for packages which are held in customs or lost. International orders may incur customs fees. We are not responsible for fees you may incur. International shipments can take two months to reach their destination. We caution against placing an order if you live outside the United States. At this time, we are unable to ship to the United Kingdom due to the complicated VAT situation. 

CURBSIDE PICKUP
To pick-up your order at our shop, when checking-out, under shipping method, choose Pick up at our Oakland store - 6328 San Pablo Ave.

You will receive an email when your order is ready. Orders placed Tuesday-Saturday are typically ready within 2-3 business days. To pick-up your order, come to the shop between 11am-3pm, Tuesday-Saturday. Knock on the front door and give us your name. 

PREORDERS
Preorders will ship on the date listed on the product’s webpage. If you ordered additional items, all items will be shipped with your preorder. If you would like those items shipped separately, please place two separate orders.