The craft of natural dyeing is an ancient craft that has accompanied humanity for thousands of years.

Only 150 years ago, synthetic dye emerged into the world, and within about 50 years, synthetic dye has almost completely replaced natural dye.
The reason for this is rooted in the cultural connection that a person has with color, with class, and with prosperity.

One can still see various customs rooted somewhere in human history - such as the red carpet on which the king walks - symbolizing inexhaustible wealth and abundance.
The color red is one of the most difficult colors to achieve - what would you say about a person who walks (and steps!) on an endless red carpet?

Even during the Renaissance, commoners were painted in shades such as yellow, green, and brown - which were easier to obtain, while nobles, dukes, and royalty flaunted red, blue, and purple attire.
The blue sky in a painting was so expensive to produce, that important paintings painted for the upper class were decorated with a considerable amount of blue sky.

Today, natural dyes are used mainly in cultures that preserve their traditions.
In the Western world, the craft is reserved for people with an affinity for preserving ancient crafts, and very happily, in recent years it has returned to the headlines thanks to its friendliness to the skin, babies, and the environment, and thanks to the growing awareness of a healthy and natural lifestyle.

I hope you enjoy this short guide to natural dyeing and that you too will start experimenting with this wonderful craft!