Dye Resources

This list is sorted into topics related to dyeing. Each item will link to a downloadable file or video already online. You are welcome to use them and pass them along. Have fun!

When I think about cotton
In this video conversation, Ann Johnston draws on her years of experience dyeing and making quilts to show us how to find the cottons that will dye well and how to choose which ones will work best for particular dye techniques.

Answers: Dyeing with Procions
In this video, divided into 4 parts, Ann answers questions from the members of SAQA Oregon, 2021. Dye Basics, Dye Workspaces, Dye Gradations, and Dye Fabric 2 Ways.

Recipes for Surface Design with Dyes
Ann’s updated  handout with all the basics!

Washing Hand-Dyed Fabric
Ann’s updated handout will answer some of your questions.

Corn and Potato Dextrin
Ann’s updated handout  with info and recipes.

CBA: Exploring Low-Water immersion
Updated notes to accompany the 2014 DVD and the current streaming version.

Color by Accident—the Classic for Low-Water Immersion Dyeing
Full book version of Color by Accident: Low-Water Immersion Dyeing available to download, free. Check out the video! 4.5 hours of lessons covering more LWI techniques.