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A dye type used on animal fibers like wool or silk. Requires heat and acid to set. Acid dye supply A dye type used on animal fibers like wool or silk. Requires heat and acid to set. When people want to dye their own wool yarn, they do that with something called acid dye. It's super fun because the colors in wool are quite vibrant, especially the colors made by Dharma Trading Company that are labeled fluorescent. They do feel like they glow. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .

Poly Fleece Synthetic fiber fabric meant to fold under thin fabrics for the flowy ice dye style . Typically folded with tall scrunches. The polyester fleece fabric is not what is being dyed. It's just meant to be a support for thin fabrics. Use old blankets laying around Go to the tie dye supplies list.

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Drapey cellulose fiber with vivid dye results. Rayon fabric A semi-synthetic fiber made from cellulose, known for its silky drape and intense color payoff when dyed, though it can be fragile when wet. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .

MAKE SOUTH BEND is a community makerspace and art studio in South Bend Indiana offering classes, memberships, tool access, and collaborative arts events. MAKE SOUTH BEND MAKE SOUTH BEND is a community makerspace and art studio in South Bend, Indiana. They offer hands on classes, tool access, memberships, and host collaborative arts events across the region. What they do MAKE SOUTH BEND operates a public makerspace where artists and community members can take classes, use shared tools, and participate in workshops led by local instructors. The space supports a wide range of media including printmaking, fiber arts, woodworking, and mixed media. Events In addition to classes at their studio, MAKE SOUTH BEND organizes and co hosts larger community events, including outdoor art markets and festivals such as Rebel Art Fest. These events often take place at partner venues like parks and conservatories. They post a thorough list of classes and events on their Facebook page, which you can follow here: https://www.facebook.com/makesouthbend/events Location & access The makerspace is located on Mishawaka Avenue in South Bend and is open to the public during scheduled hours, with memberships available for extended access and tool use. 2228 E Mishawaka Ave, South Bend, IN 46615 Contact & Links They are quite active on social media and you can find their accounts on Facebook and Instagram . Festival and market events are often created on their Facebook to save for later. Website: https://www.makesouthbend.com/

A natural fiber made from the hemp plant. Strong and absorbent, but can be rougher than cotton. Hemp fabric A natural fiber made from the hemp plant. Strong and absorbent, but can be rougher than cotton. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .

Shaker I got one of these and like it for keeping some black dye at hand. Mixing with salt makes it sprinkle evenly. see Dharma's site Go to the tie dye supplies list.

County museum in Bristol, IN. Preserving and interpreting the history of Elkhart County through permanent and temporary exhibits, an archive, and a public research library. Elkhart County Historical Museum County museum preserving and interpreting the history of Elkhart County through permanent and temporary exhibits, an archive, and a public research library. Address 304 West Vistula Street Bristol, Indiana 46507 Phone (574) 848-4322 Email museum@elkhartcountyhistory.org Admission Free Public hours Tuesday–Saturday | 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (Hours subject to change) Operated by Elkhart County Parks Department in partnership with the Elkhart County Historical Society. They regularly post historic photos and information on their Facebook page . Collections note More than 30,000 artifacts representing approximately 12,000 years of regional history. Research access On-site research library and archives. Appointments recommended. Research contact: research@elkhartcountyhistory.org Facilities note Historic auditorium available for large gatherings and rentals.

Fernwood Botanical Gardens in Niles, MI Fernwood is a large piece of land that has been made into a nature preserve with lots of hiking trails and buildings for community activities. This is a great place for people who love native plant species and curated activities that are art related and educational.

Low-liquid dyeing for textured finishes. Low water immersion method A dye technique where fabric is soaked in just enough liquid to create mottled, textured color effects. Tie dye links See all glossary items See tutorials for flowy ice dye and geode tie dye .