problem solving
2009 August 4
The dye experiments were repeated this morning, under the watchful gaze of my furry friend. I was tempted to over-dye the pale piece from last time, but liked its pallid charm. I spent an enjoyable evening session yesterday binding another little piece of linen and this is how it looked just before I put it in the steamer, tied and dyed. The dye powder content has been adjusted and although there will be some colour loss when it is washed, if there is a great deal I will know there is a problem with the fixing.
The squirrel has worked out how to remove the peanuts from the bird feeder. She is right beside the lounge window, 4 inches from the glass. I am so enjoying her visits.






i have never tried this detailed tying. takes patience. yes? like getting peanuts out of a feeder.
yes, a nice correlation: eating from a feeder and dyeing fabric both require patience and persistence.
Patience, persistence, fresh air, and a mask. However, it tends to be addictive once you get started.