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