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