{"product_id":"aikuma-indigo-dyes-sukumo","title":"Aikuma Indigo Dyes (Sukumo)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSukumo is a premium traditional Japanese natural indigo produced using Sukumo, a fermented indigo made primarily in Tokushima Prefecture, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis centuries-old craft is renowned for producing some of the world's finest natural indigo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating Sukumo is a labour-intensive process that typically takes around three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvesting, the indigo leaves are dried, crushed, carefully cleaned to remove stems, moistened, and repeatedly turned during a controlled fermentation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional method transforms the leaves into a rich, natural indigo suitable for creating beautiful, long-lasting blue shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, only a small number of Sukumo producers remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sukumo is sourced from Mr. Sato, a highly respected Japanese craftsman who was recognised by the Japanese government in 1978 for his outstanding expertise in traditional Sukumo production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for experienced natural dyers seeking authentic Japanese indigo and the timeless beauty of traditional fermentation dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyeing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare an indigo vat by reducing the Sukumo using sodium hydrosulfite or another suitable reducing system with an alkaline agent, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/products\/aikuma-natural-oak-tree-ash-lye\" title=\"Aikuma Natural Oak Tree Ash Lye\"\u003eoak tree ash lye\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, prepare your dye bath using dechlorinated water. Chlorine can reduce the effectiveness of natural indigo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave tap water uncovered for at least 12 hours in direct sunlight or 24 hours indoors, or\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil the water for at least 10 minutes, then allow it to cool before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDye your prepared fibres by dipping them into the indigo vat, allowing the colour to oxidise between dips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat dipping and oxidation until the desired shade is achieved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse thoroughly after dyeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe water used for rinsing and oxidation does not need to be dechlorinated. For best results, prepare 30 to 40 times the weight of your fibre in clean water for the oxidation and rinsing stages. Final colour depth will vary depending on the fibre type, vat condition, number of dips, and dyeing technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMordant \/ Modifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSodium Hydrosulfite or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/products\/aikuma-natural-oak-tree-ash-lye\" title=\"Aikuma Natural Oak Tree Ash Lye\"\u003eOak Tree Ash Lye\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested WOF per 100g:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300g\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":"500g","offer_id":55669115879716,"sku":null,"price":248.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0874\/0388\/files\/sukomo.jpg?v=1783403075","url":"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/products\/aikuma-indigo-dyes-sukumo","provider":"Handmayk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}