{"id":4531,"date":"2023-09-12T10:35:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T17:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/?p=4531"},"modified":"2024-03-18T08:54:46","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T15:54:46","slug":"natural-dyeing-safety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/","title":{"rendered":"Natural Dyeing Safety &#8211; What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Understanding <strong>natural dyeing safety<\/strong> is crucial for anyone venturing into the world of natural dyes. This guide provides insights and precautions to ensure a safe dyeing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:24px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural dyeing safety basics:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ensure Proper Ventilation:<\/strong> Always work in a well-ventilated space to avoid inhaling fumes or dust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prioritize Personal Protection:<\/strong> Don protective gear, including masks and gloves, to safeguard against potential irritants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maintain Separate Equipment:<\/strong> Never mix utensils used for dyeing with those for eating to prevent contamination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay Organized and Prepared:<\/strong> Familiarize yourself with each step of the dyeing process in advance to ensure smooth execution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Exercise Caution Near Heat:<\/strong> Be vigilant around heat sources to prevent burns and fire hazards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice Good Hygiene:<\/strong> Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling dyes to prevent skin irritation and potential ingestion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guide to natural dyeing safety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you diving into natural dyeing?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few safety things you&#8217;ll want to keep in mind. Messing with powders, mordants, and hot water can get tricky if you&#8217;re not careful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s break down some safety tips for natural dyeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some are just good ol&#8217; common sense, while others might need a bit of planning ahead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:27px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to watch than read, I made a video on Natural Dye Safety:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#ffffff\">Natural dyeing safety<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Natural Dye Safety: 10 Tips to Protect Yourself\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_Y1Hh7Io95s?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Working with powders<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When working with powdered dyes, mordants, assistants and other dyeing powders wear a dust mask and consider wearing safety glasses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breathing any kind of powder is not good for your health, even if it is &#8220;natural.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, work in an area that doesn&#8217;t have a breeze going through it. Powders blowing around as you are measuring them out is frustrating and more likely to cause you to breathe them in.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"577\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4793\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-9.jpg\" alt=\"Measuring out mordant powder while wearing a dust mask.\" class=\"wp-image-4793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-9-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-9-768x443.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-9.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">When working with powdered dyes, mordants, assistants and other dyeing powders wear a dust mask.<br><br>Some links below are referral links, meaning, at no extra cost to you, we earn a commission if you make a purchase. Thank you for supporting Textile Indie in this way! See our complete <a href=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/disclaimer\/\">disclosure statement<\/a>.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:56px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ventilation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While you don&#8217;t want a breeze through your work area when measuring powdered dyes and mordants, good air filtration is essential for other aspects of the dyeing process. For instance, when you&#8217;re extracting dye over a heat source and anytime you have anything on the stove. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Working outdoors is a great option if you have a cookstove or an outdoor burner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are working indoors, turn on the stove fan, set up an additional fan in the kitchen, and open a window to allow fresh air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All of this fresh air will help push smells and steam outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Separate equipment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use separate pots and equipment for natural dyeing. You don&#8217;t want to dye and cook meals with the same kitchenware. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While many natural dye raw materials are not harmful &#8211; and may even be edible &#8211; mordants, poisonous plant parts, and inedible plants could cause health issues if cross-contaminated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store your dye equipment away from your cooking equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearly label everything with &#8220;dye&#8221; or another label that identifies it. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4784\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety.jpg\" alt=\"Label equipment specifically used for dyeing.\" class=\"wp-image-4784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use separate equipment for dyeing and cooking. Label your dyeing equipment. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:58px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Prepare questionable dyes outside<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, working outside is a great way to eliminate fumes and moisture in the house. If you are using a plant with a strong smell and are unsure about its toxicity, I highly recommend going through the dye process outside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"582\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4795\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-11.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up a natural dyeing station outside on a camp stove\" class=\"wp-image-4795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-11-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-11-768x447.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-11.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Work outside if you don&#8217;t want to deal with the mess and smells of dyeing inside. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:58px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protective gear for natural dyeing safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dress like a scientist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good protective gear will go a long way in eliminating potential health risks and injuries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wear a dust mask<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Always wear a dust mask when <strong>measuring <\/strong>mordants, powdered dye, and concentrates. The particles get in the air, into your lungs, and can cause respiratory problems. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the powders are stirred into the water, they will not blow in the air. Whether you wear the dust mask throughout the heating process is your discretion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:34px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1386\" height=\"924\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4458\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/disposal-5021447_1920.jpg\" alt=\"blue surgical gloves and a dust mask for natural dyeing safetey\" class=\"wp-image-4458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/disposal-5021447_1920-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/disposal-5021447_1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/disposal-5021447_1920-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/disposal-5021447_1920.jpg 1386w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1386px) 100vw, 1386px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Be careful when natural dyeing. Wear safety protection when needed.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wear rubber gloves<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When working with mordant baths, wear gloves and thoroughly wash your hands or skin whenever the mordant bath splashes onto you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have never had any skin reaction to alum or iron water, and I&#8217;ve had my bare hands in the bath to grab bundles of fiber quickly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But I would not suggest this as a regular practice. You could have a skin reaction, and exposing yourself to metal salts is not a good idea. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wearing gloves to remove dyed fiber from dye baths, especially with very potent dye baths, will keep your hands from changing color. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wear an apron<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>To protect your clothes, wear a waterproof apron. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:73px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Be prepared for each step<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have all your materials laid out and prepared. Avoid scrambling to find a cloth or equipment by thinking through the process beforehand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4794\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-10.jpg\" alt=\"Natural dyeing equipment and materials laid out.\" class=\"wp-image-4794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-10-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-10-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-10.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lay out all tools and materials before beginning a dyeing project. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:61px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Wash your <\/strong>skin whenever you get splashed with dye<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When dyeing, there is a high likelihood that you will get splashed with dye liquid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wear old clothes or a waterproof apron to avoid ruining your nice clothing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, dye liquid is often scalding &#8211; if not boiling. Be aware and cautious when working around your dye pots.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"594\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4792\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-8.jpg\" alt=\"Washing hands in a stainless steel sink \" class=\"wp-image-4792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-8-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-8-768x456.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-8.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wash your skin whenever you get splashed with dye or a mordant bath.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:64px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Working with heat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Be aware of heat source safety. Working with burners, stoves, boiling water, and dye baths requires common sense and caution.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Natural dyeing safety equipment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><!-- tasty-links-ignore --><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/45NZ2wC\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/45NZ2wC\">Dust mask<\/a><!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/KN95-Disposable-Face-Mask-Efficiency%E2%89%A595\/dp\/B08NPSB6W2?crid=1TXOV7EFPMVK9&#038;keywords=n95%2Bmasks&#038;qid=1643926266&#038;sprefix=n95%2Bmask%2Caps%2C227&#038;sr=8-7&#038;th=1&#038;linkCode=li2&#038;tag=textindi-20&#038;linkId=fccefa51cd1c708ca1a6dae885544f7c&#038;language=en_US&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_il\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&#038;ASIN=B08NPSB6W2&#038;Format=_SL160_&#038;ID=AsinImage&#038;MarketPlace=US&#038;ServiceVersion=20070822&#038;WS=1&#038;tag=textindi-20&#038;language=en_US\" ><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=textindi-20&#038;language=en_US&#038;l=li2&#038;o=1&#038;a=B08NPSB6W2\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ECayz9\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ECayz9\">Gloves<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Bamllum-Rubber-Cleaning-Gloves-Household\/dp\/B0BGK4K188?crid=3F64RI0ZDXJ3V&#038;keywords=rubber+gloves&#038;qid=1694539768&#038;sprefix=rubber+glov%2Caps%2C212&#038;sr=8-13-spons&#038;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&#038;psc=1&#038;linkCode=li2&#038;tag=textindi-20&#038;linkId=778745724766c13a00e4ae4716101740&#038;language=en_US&#038;ref_=as_li_ss_il\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&#038;ASIN=B0BGK4K188&#038;Format=_SL160_&#038;ID=AsinImage&#038;MarketPlace=US&#038;ServiceVersion=20070822&#038;WS=1&#038;tag=textindi-20&#038;language=en_US\" ><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=textindi-20&#038;language=en_US&#038;l=li2&#038;o=1&#038;a=B0BGK4K188\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ZcPRTZ\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ZcPRTZ\">Waterproof apron<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07H351SZC\/ref=as_li_ss_il?coliid=I1JBP8F7QS1MWJ&amp;colid=6MT11PGDV9ET&amp;psc=1&amp;ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it&amp;linkCode=li3&amp;tag=bmg02d-20&amp;linkId=85e691ff07b77b70885aeca599a71886&amp;language=en_US\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B07H351SZC&amp;Format=_SL250_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=bmg02d-20&amp;language=en_US\"><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=bmg02d-20&amp;language=en_US&amp;l=li3&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07H351SZC\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" alt=\"\" style=\"border:none !important; margin:0px !important;\">\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What to do with your mordant and dye baths when you&#8217;re done<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:57px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Disposing of mordant baths safely<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you have completed using a mordant or dye bath, you need to dispose of it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For mordant baths with alum or iron (or other metal mordants), dispose of the bath by dumping the excess water onto gravel or another location away from the soil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mordants in the water make it toxic enough that you wouldn&#8217;t want to water your veggie garden with it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option is to further strip the mordant bath of the mordant salts to make it less toxic to the environment. In other words, exhaust the mordant bath. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To exhaust the mordant bath, use it a second time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t add more mordant; add more fiber and bring up the heat. Follow the mordant procedure for your type of fiber. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, after you have removed the second batch of fiber, you can dispose of the water outdoors. There will be little mordant left in the water, decreasing its toxicity.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4791\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-7.jpg\" alt=\"Woman bending over, emptying a stainless steel pot of liquid into gravel\" class=\"wp-image-4791\" style=\"width:580px;height:330px\" width=\"580\" height=\"330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-7-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-7-768x438.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-7.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dump used mordant baths on well-draining ground like gravel, away from gardens and soil.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:84px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Disposing of dye baths safely<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Natural dye baths are typically non-toxic and can be emptied down the drain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I often dump mine in my flower garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I avoid my vegetable garden and other edible plants as an extra precaution. It&#8217;s probably fine, but I have plenty of ornamentals to water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"606\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/natural-dyeing-safety\/?tp_image_id=4790\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-6.jpg\" alt=\"Dumping used dye baths on garden.\" class=\"wp-image-4790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-6-300x182.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-6-768x465.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Natural-Dyeing-Safety-6.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Natural dye baths can water plants, just not on vegetable beds.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:59px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More natural dyeing resources<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"mai-grid entries entries-grid has-image-full\" style=\"--entry-title-font-size:var(--font-size-lg);--align-text:start;--entry-meta-text-align:start;\"><div class=\"entries-wrap has-columns\" style=\"--columns-xs:1\/1;--columns-sm:1\/1;--columns-md:1\/3;--columns-lg:1\/3;--flex-xs:0 0 var(--flex-basis);--flex-sm:0 0 var(--flex-basis);--flex-md:0 0 var(--flex-basis);--flex-lg:0 0 var(--flex-basis);--column-gap:var(--spacing-lg);--row-gap:var(--spacing-lg);--align-columns:start;\"><article class=\"entry entry-grid is-column has-entry-link has-image has-image-first type-post category-natural-dyeing tag-natural-dyeing-for-beginners\" style=\"--entry-index:1;\" aria-label=\"How to Clean Plant and Animal Fibers for Vibrant Colors\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><a class=\"entry-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/how-to-clean-plant-and-animal-fibers-for-vibrant-colors\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Scouring-11-400x400.jpg\" class=\"entry-image size-square-sm\" alt=\"Pile of cream and white fabrics on a wooden shelf.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Scouring-11-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Scouring-11-151x151.jpg 151w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Scouring-11-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width:599px) 599px, (min-width:600px) and (max-width: 799px) 799px, (min-width:800px) and (max-width: 999px) 333px, (min-width:1000px) 400px\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/how-to-clean-plant-and-animal-fibers-for-vibrant-colors\/?tp_image_id=10583\" \/><\/a><div class=\"entry-wrap entry-wrap-grid\"><h3 class=\"entry-title\" itemprop=\"headline\"><a class=\"entry-title-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/how-to-clean-plant-and-animal-fibers-for-vibrant-colors\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">How to Clean Plant and Animal Fibers for Vibrant Colors<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/article><article class=\"entry entry-grid is-column has-entry-link has-image has-image-first type-post category-natural-dyeing tag-natural-dyeing-for-beginners\" style=\"--entry-index:2;\" aria-label=\"How to Use Iron Water for Natural Dyeing: A Complete DIY Guide\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\"><a class=\"entry-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/how-to-use-iron-water-for-natural-dyeing-a-complete-diy-guide\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Iron-water-2-400x400.jpg\" class=\"entry-image size-square-sm\" alt=\"Pile of rusty metal pieces.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Iron-water-2-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Iron-water-2-151x151.jpg 151w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Iron-water-2-400x400.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width:599px) 599px, (min-width:600px) and (max-width: 799px) 799px, (min-width:800px) and (max-width: 999px) 333px, (min-width:1000px) 400px\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/how-to-use-iron-water-for-natural-dyeing-a-complete-diy-guide\/?tp_image_id=10597\" \/><\/a><div class=\"entry-wrap entry-wrap-grid\"><h3 class=\"entry-title\" itemprop=\"headline\"><a class=\"entry-title-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/how-to-use-iron-water-for-natural-dyeing-a-complete-diy-guide\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">How to Use Iron Water for Natural Dyeing: A Complete DIY Guide<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/article><article class=\"entry entry-grid is-column 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href=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/list-dye-yielding-plants\/\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/butterbur-3469942_1280-400x400.jpg\" class=\"entry-image size-square-sm\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/butterbur-3469942_1280-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/butterbur-3469942_1280-151x151.jpg 151w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/butterbur-3469942_1280-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/butterbur-3469942_1280-800x800.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width:599px) 599px, (min-width:600px) and (max-width: 799px) 799px, (min-width:800px) and (max-width: 999px) 333px, (min-width:1000px) 400px\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.textileindie.com\/list-dye-yielding-plants\/?tp_image_id=4551\" 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