{"product_id":"aikuma-natural-dyes-shi-kou","title":"Aikuma Natural Dyes (Shi-Kou)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis professional material is used by the Handmayk Studio in workshops and production. To make it accessible for sampling and small projects, it has been repackaged by Handmayk into smaller quantities.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: Product images are for reference purposes only. You will receive 100g of Shi-Kou repackaged in an unlabelled plastic container. Original manufacturer packaging is not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShi-Kou is a natural dye extracted from the lac insect, which lives on host trees such as the Lebbeck tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional dye material is valued for producing beautiful red, pink, crimson, and purple-toned shades depending on the fibre, mordant, and dye bath conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLac dye has been used across Asia for centuries and is especially appreciated for its rich colour strength and ability to create vibrant results on protein fibres such as wool and silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for natural dyers looking to explore bold, warm colours from traditional insect-based dye sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyeing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve the Shi-Kou dye in hot water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir well until fully dissolved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd a small amount of vinegar to help brighten the colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the prepared dye bath to dye your mordanted fibres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal colour will vary depending on fibre type, mordant, water quality, pH, and dyeing conditions. We recommend testing on a small sample before dyeing your full project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMordant \/ Modifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTin, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/products\/dharma-alum\" title=\"Dharma Alum\"\u003ePotassium Alum\u003c\/a\u003e, Copper or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/products\/dharma-iron-mordant\" title=\"Dharma Iron Mordant\"\u003eIron\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lac Extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested WOF per 100g:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2g (light colour) to 10g (deep colour)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin of Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin of Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aikuma","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":55675361919268,"sku":null,"price":366.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0874\/0388\/files\/Lac.jpg?v=1783967142","url":"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/ar\/products\/aikuma-natural-dyes-shi-kou","provider":"Handmayk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}