© Catharine Ellis, as posted to the blog: Natural Dye: Experiments and Results LOW PH If the alkalinity of the vat falls too low, the vat becomes a good environment for water born insects. They may…| Natural Dye: Experiments and Results
© Catharine Ellis, as posted to the blog: Natural Dye: Experiments and Results Determine the size of your indigo vat: This decision is primarily based on your intended use of the vat. If the vat is made for only small scale test dyeing, perhaps a 1-liter jar is adequate. Larger test dyeing and the dyeing … Continue reading Fermented Indigo Vat: Blog Post #5: Getting Started with the Fermentation Vat and things to consider before making a vat| Natural Dye: Experiments and Results
© Catharine Ellis, as posted to the blog: Natural Dye: Experiments and Results Fermentation is a biochemical process in which complex organic molecules are broken down into smaller molecules through the action of bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms. In food production, it can broadly refer to any process in which the activity of microorganisms can … Continue reading Fermented Indigo Vat: Blog Post #4: How Does Fermentation Reduce an Indigo Vat?| Natural Dye: Experiments and Results