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