Dyeing Fabric with Pomegranate and Soy Milk | Easy DIY Tutorial

Welcome to my easy DIY tutorial on dyeing scrap fabric using natural ingredients! In this video, I will show you how to create beautiful, earthy tones using pomegranate by painting with a soy milk mordant. This eco-friendly technique not only enhances your fabric but also allows you to explore the art of natural dyeing.

Join me as we experiment with the process, from preparing your materials to achieving the perfect dye bath. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced crafter, this tutorial will inspire you to take on your own fabric dyeing projects.

What You'll Learn:
The benefits of using natural dyes
How to prepare pomegranate for dyeing
The role of soy milk in the dyeing process
Tips for achieving stronger colours using an iron bath

Materials Needed:
Pomegranate (fresh or dried)
Soy milk
Fabric (cotton, silk, or your choice)
Pot for boiling
Strainer
Gloves (optional)

Get ready to unleash your creativity and transform your fabric into stunning pieces of art! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more DIY tutorials, like the infinity scarf how-to coming up soon. Happy dyeing!

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00:00 Intro
00:27 Foraging in the city for natural materials
01:21 How to prepare the pomegranates for the dye bath
02:20 What you need to paint with soy milk mordant
05:59 Preparing the pomegranate dye bath
09:00 Washing the fabric after it dries
09:53 Dyeing the cotton fabric with pomegranate dye
14:02 Final reveal of pomegranate dye with soy milk mordant pattern
15:00 Iron bath
19:56 Gifting the pomegranate tree owner

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About Victoria:
I'm Victoria Close, designer, maker and teacher of jewellery, accessories and crafts based in Shimokitazawa in Tokyo. I'm a long-time Tokyo dweller (over 25 years) with a passion for mottainai (the regret of waste when something still has life left in it), vintage thrifting and any kind of craft.
This channel is all about my love of crafts, both Japanese and non-Japanese, traditional and modern, vintage shopping, free finds, my atelier and tiny shop and life in Japan.
I’d love to see you at my studio in Shimokitazawa soon.

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