This is dyed wool using the left-over dyes from dying rayon tape. Isn't this wool gorgeous? Love recycling.
Because wool applique is so popular, finding wool blankets is becoming more difficult. I purchase my wool blankets at thrift stores.
These are two pieces from a bubblegum pink wool blanket. I cut pieces to use for cuffs or for purses. Because the wool is so heavy after it's been dyed; keep the pieces small. Wash the wool blanket in hot water and dry in the dryer to felt. I usually wash a blanket several times.
I used our RibbonSmyth Rainbow Dyes for rayon and cotton and the dye worked well on the wool. I used a pipette and drizzled dye onto the damp wool pieces, which I laid on top of a plastic trash bag. After dyeing, don't move the wool. Let it dry outdoors. While it is still wet, I roll up the wool pieces in paper towels to aid the drying process, but I also collect the paper towels. Loving the colors. That's what's great about dyeing. I never know the outcome until the fabric is completely dry! And I am always happy with the outcome!
I would love to know how to make the paper towel rose. Also, what a great idea to save the dyed paper towels. Just one more thing for me to save.
ReplyDeleteI know, can you believe we save painted paper towels? But they really are lovely pieces to use for collage and it's a great way to recycle paper into our craft.
ReplyDeleteTake a paper towel and twist into a long strand. Begin to twist the twisted paper towel into a coil. Use thread or glue to hold into place.