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The Alchemist's Color Codex


Greens from Dyers Polypore
Dyers Polypore produces a wide range of colors including yellow, orange, and greens depending on mordants used.
Elizabeth Ives
Nov 12


Natural Dyes from Invasive Species Near You
Natural dyes from invasive species can slow down their spread. Common Reeds provide pinks, greens, and golds.
Elizabeth Ives
Nov 3


Shagbark Hickory Hulls: A Little Bit of Magic
Dyeing with Shagbark Hickory hulls has a fascinating trick! When using the hulls, I'm aiming for less tannin because there are other colors besides brown to be found. Hint: Pink!
Elizabeth Ives
Oct 28


Welcome to The Alchemist's Color Codex!
This site is dedicated to my sometimes random, sometimes scientific natural dyeing projects. From "What does this plant do?" to "Let's find every possible variation of that dye," every color is documented here.
Elizabeth Ives
Oct 27
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