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