#4194 - shape resist cochineal dyed scarf
inspired by my travels throughout Japan and the principles of dyeing textiles with natural materials, this scarf is billowy and light, perfect for a summer evening, as a sarong or the perfect accessory to an outfit.
cochineal is one of the most precious of natural dyes and is derived from dactylous coccus that feed on the nopal cactus in the arid areas of Mexico, Peru, Chile and the Canary Islands. It is one of the only natural red colorants.
style: shape resist binding technique
dimensions: 44” x 72”
material: 100% paj silk
inspired by my travels throughout Japan and the principles of dyeing textiles with natural materials, this scarf is billowy and light, perfect for a summer evening, as a sarong or the perfect accessory to an outfit.
cochineal is one of the most precious of natural dyes and is derived from dactylous coccus that feed on the nopal cactus in the arid areas of Mexico, Peru, Chile and the Canary Islands. It is one of the only natural red colorants.
style: shape resist binding technique
dimensions: 44” x 72”
material: 100% paj silk
inspired by my travels throughout Japan and the principles of dyeing textiles with natural materials, this scarf is billowy and light, perfect for a summer evening, as a sarong or the perfect accessory to an outfit.
cochineal is one of the most precious of natural dyes and is derived from dactylous coccus that feed on the nopal cactus in the arid areas of Mexico, Peru, Chile and the Canary Islands. It is one of the only natural red colorants.
style: shape resist binding technique
dimensions: 44” x 72”
material: 100% paj silk
each scarf is a unique art piece; hand bound or stitched and dyed by me in my studio
this scarf has been dyed in a natural cochineal vat, which leads to the variation in color.
this scarf has been color set.
care: hand wash in cool water with a mild neutral soap - hang to dry - iron on silk setting