This is my second attempt at natural indigo. The first time I used indigo, bran and madder but it didn't really take off, aside from the smell! I abandoned it and let things rest until a lady came in the shop and shared that she had success using dates. This combined with wrapping it in layers of woolen blankets in a rubber maid and a fish tank water heater resulted in my vat developing the sludgy oily top layer.
Dip one and dry...
Dip 2 and dry.....
Rinse and dry!
I am very happy with the results.
A big thank you to Jean who has introduced me to the fascinating world of indigo
and Hanna for sharing her use of dates!
really glad the dates worked for you! and so nice to see your happy results. indigo feels magical when it works.
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