{"product_id":"dharma-natural-dyes-cochineal","title":"Dharma Natural Dyes (Cochineal)","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 50g of Cochineal repackaged in an unlabelled plastic container. Original manufacturer packaging is not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCochineal is one of the world's most prized natural red dyes, derived from a tiny scale insect that lives on cactus plants in South America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe insects naturally produce carminic acid as a defence against predators, and it is this remarkable pigment that creates the brilliant reds, scarlets, oranges, and purples for which cochineal is famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDharma's Cochineal is a Fair Trade and Certified Organic product, sourced directly from a five-family farming cooperative in Peru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCarefully harvested and processed, it produces exceptionally rich, vibrant colours and has been used in textiles for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the mordant and dyeing method, Cochineal can produce shades ranging from soft pinks and crimson reds to vibrant scarlets, warm oranges, and deep purples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for natural dyers, textile artists, and makers looking to achieve some of the most brilliant colours found in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyeing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimmer the cochineal gently in water for 30 to 60 minutes to extract the dye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain the dye bath before adding your fibre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDye at 80 to 90°C for approximately 45 to 60 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the fibre to cool in the dye bath for deeper colour development before rinsing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe final colour may vary depending on the fibre type, mordant used, 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\u003eSuggested WOF per 100g:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1g (light colour) to 5g (deep colour)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin of Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin of Manufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peru\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dharma","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":55720428863780,"sku":null,"price":298.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0874\/0388\/files\/Cochineal.jpg?v=1783693115","url":"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/ar\/products\/dharma-natural-dyes-cochineal","provider":"Handmayk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}