I was wondering if anyone has ever dyed their own fabric, like batiking. I've been researching it online and it sounds interesting. I saw a starter kit for about 50 bucks. I think I may give it a try. That's a sure way to get one-of-a-kind fabric.

Hey, Kathy--keep me posted on this idea! I've a friend who tossed me her collection of dyes and books...even some silk fabric, a couple of beautiful yards of it. But I'm lost on the process and would love to try dying it. :roll:

Ladies,
I don't dye, but saw that someone left this site which will be of interest to you:

http://www.dharmatrading.com/html/eng/1137-AA.shtml

Suz

Thanks for the reminder, Suz. I had visited that website for Dharma and had them send me their free catalog. It's a wealth of information to "dye" for (couldn't resist that one :lol: !) I may yet work up the courage to make a huge mess with buckets of water and dye.

that's the site that's out of the beginner sets

I use that baggie method of hand dying. My first set just sat around forever while I admired it. Took a long time for me to actually cut into those gorgeous pieces. :lol:

Did you find instructions at Dharma or somewhere else?

I bought a book from Dharma called baggy method or something. Sorry can't put hands on the book right now, but will post info when I find it.

Boo, did you ever find the book or remember the name? I'm still interested.
kathy