Aluminium Acetate Mordant dye science Post-mordant with 1% ferrous sulfate

Post-mordant with 1% ferrous sulfate to shift weld’s clear yellow into warm khakis and olive greens

Material: 100% silk charmeuseFinish: Sand-washedColor: Natural

they are also a fantastic canvas: dyed with indigo

a pioneering contribution to the history and science of color

Aluminium Acetate Mordant dye science Post-mordant with 1% ferrous sulfateAlso known as aluminium diacetate Aluminium acetate is one of the most effective mordants for cellulose fibres such as cotton, linen, and hemp. It binds strongly to plant fibres, helping dyes adhere better and improving both wash and light fastness. It is often used in a two step process with a tannin mordant to create bright, durable shades on cellulose, though it can also be used on its own. Historical NoteThe first recorded description of aluminium