Logwood Purple Extract 1ozLogwood is derived from the heartwood of the logwood tree (Haematoxylon campechianum). It yields deep rich red purples to orchid blues depending on concentration and type of mordants used. Logwwod has been use a dye source since the 16th century. The logwwod tree is native to mexico, central america and portions of South America and India. Deep blacks can be obtained with the use of ferrous sulfate. Logwood develops best in a hard water dye bath. Dye

or for anyone who wants to minimize needle tracking at every stage from bulk work to pre-finishing

Myrobalan has a light buttery yellow

It is used to soften and protect protein fibers and brighten shades

The hull is removed

Extract: Mix the extract in a small container of hot but not boiling water

38 Gauge Spiral — medium spiral needle for general-purpose felting with a clean

20-25% WOF for light shades

It is also high in tannin which makes it a good chose to mordant cellulose fibers

Use at 5-6% WOF

It is an optional addition to the alum mordant bath and to some dye baths

Copper sulfate tends to make colors greener or browner in tone

The dye is extracted from the resin and the remaining shellac is further refined into other products