First Dyeing Samples
The first samples, mordanted with Alum, mostly dyed with plant material from Boniswil are dryed and labled.
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Woolhunting #1
Seen and hunted down by Anna & Juan in Lucerne and Paris, November 2011. Last two pictures: Floris Fantasia Store, Paris
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First Dyeing Success
The first samples, resulting from plant material collected in Boniswil are very promising. We achieved a palette of warm and strong colours, such as: Apple leaves – dark yellow, almost (…)
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Ein Kopfkissen von «Bärli» oder «Moritz»
Mr. H.U. Sturzenegger also sent us an article about his sustainable production. The river next to his house makes it possible: Using a water wheel he generates all the electricity (…)
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Swiss wool arrived!
It’s a big day. A sample of Swiss knitting wool was delivered by mail. H.U. Sturzenegger, who is one the last serious producers in the country, sent us a beautiful (…)
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September 24th 2011: Mordanting
Mordanting a sample of silk and silk-cotton. Pear Vinegar Yoghurt Water Ash Water
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September 24th 2011: Preparing mordants
Three different mordants in test: Yoghurt water (1 part yoghurt | 10 parts water), ash water (1 part ashes | 10 parts water), pear vinegar (5 liter water, fermentation: 1 (…)
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