Dyeing Methods for Yarn, Raw Wool and Wool Roving
Learn all about Dyeing Yarn by hand with our easy to follow, step by step tutorials.
There are many different ways to dye yarn and wool at home. The techniques vary from kettle dyeing and hand painting to dyeing yarn in a crock pot or slow cooker.
In addition, there are numerous different colorways and patterns of home dyed yarn. These include confetti or speckled yarn, self striping sock yarn and gradient or ombre colored yarn.
Also, if you are an avid knitter or crocheter, you know that the yarn colors behave differently depending on the pattern you use.
Here, we have gathered for you all of FiberArtsy’s articles and tutorials related to dyeing yarn by hand. We use professional acid dyes as well as food coloring and Kool Aid drink powder.
So, there is something for the beginner as well as the more advanced yarn and wool dyer.
Plus, if you are into Natural Dyeing, you will find several posts including How to Dye Yarn with Dandelions and How to Make a Dye from Acorns or Walnuts.