How to use natural dyes from plants and minerals for decoration
  • 1. Which part of the madder plant is typically used for dyeing?
A) Seeds
B) Roots
C) Leaves
D) Flowers
  • 2. What color does turmeric typically produce?
A) Yellow
B) Blue
C) Green
D) Red
  • 3. What is a mordant used for in natural dyeing?
A) To help the dye bond to the fabric
B) To prevent the dye from fading
C) To lighten the dye color
D) To remove excess dye
  • 4. Which metal is commonly used in mordants?
A) Lead
B) Alum
C) Zinc
D) Copper
  • 5. What safety precaution is most important when using mordants?
A) Diluting with water
B) Using a small amount
C) Wearing gloves
D) Heating to a high temperature
  • 6. What color does indigo produce?
A) Blue
B) Yellow
C) Red
D) Purple
  • 7. What is the process required to make indigo dye soluble?
A) Fermentation
B) Oxidation
C) Filtration
D) Distillation
  • 8. Which plant is known for producing red dye?
A) Weld
B) Fustic
C) Madder
D) Osage Orange
  • 9. What color does Osage Orange typically produce?
A) Blue
B) Green
C) Red
D) Yellow-Orange
  • 10. Which of these fabrics is easiest to dye with natural dyes?
A) Polyester
B) Acrylic
C) Nylon
D) Cotton
  • 11. What is 'exhaust bath' in dyeing?
A) A rinsing solution
B) The remaining dye bath after the first dyeing
C) A mordant solution
D) A concentrated dye solution
  • 12. Which mineral can be used to produce a black dye?
A) Iron
B) Copper
C) Sulfur
D) Salt
  • 13. What type of water is best for dyeing?
A) Hard water
B) Tap water
C) Soft water
D) Distilled water
  • 14. What is the purpose of scouring fabric before dyeing?
A) To add color
B) To make it shiny
C) To remove impurities
D) To make it waterproof
  • 15. Which of these is NOT a natural dye source?
A) Marigolds
B) Acrylic paint
C) Walnut hulls
D) Cochineal
  • 16. What is over-dyeing?
A) Using too much dye
B) Dyeing fabric in very hot water
C) Dyeing a fabric multiple times with different colors
D) Not using enough dye
  • 17. What part of the walnut tree is typically used for dyeing?
A) Leaves
B) Hulls
C) Bark
D) Wood
  • 18. Which of these is a good way to dispose of used dye bath?
A) Pour it directly onto the garden
B) Dilute and pour down the drain (if safe for your system)
C) Pour it in a local stream
D) Store it indefinitely
  • 19. What color modifier can you use with natural dyes?
A) Fabric softener
B) Vinegar
C) Bleach
D) Dish soap
  • 20. Which of these flowers can be used to create a yellow dye?
A) Roses
B) Marigolds
C) Tulips
D) Lilies
  • 21. What does 'WOF' stand for in dyeing?
A) Wash of Fabric
B) Width of Fabric
C) Weight of Fabric
D) Waste of Fabric
  • 22. Which dye method involves tying or clamping fabric to create patterns?
A) Shibori
B) Screen printing
C) Painting
D) Immersion dyeing
  • 23. What is the purpose of washing the dyed fabric after dyeing?
A) To make it waterproof
B) To remove excess dye
C) To make it softer
D) To add more color
  • 24. Which of the following dyes is lightfast?
A) Indigo
B) Spinach
C) Red Cabbage
D) Beetroot
  • 25. What is one method for improving the lightfastness of some natural dyes?
A) Dyeing in direct sunlight
B) Using a weak mordant
C) Using a strong mordant
D) Washing in hot water
  • 26. What is a common source of tannin used as a mordant or dye modifier?
A) Lemon Juice
B) Coffee Grounds
C) Baking Soda
D) Oak Gall
  • 27. What type of container is generally best for dyeing?
A) Aluminum
B) Cast iron
C) Plastic
D) Stainless steel
  • 28. What does 'colorfast' mean?
A) Resistant to fading or running
B) Easy to dye
C) Very bright color
D) Only dyes one color
  • 29. What can you add to an indigo vat to help create a more alkaline environment?
A) Vinegar
B) Lemon juice
C) Soda ash
D) Salt
  • 30. Which of these should be avoided when preparing your fabric?
A) Using fabric softener
B) Washing it with hot water
C) Sewing it together
D) Ironing it
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