{"product_id":"aikuma-natural-dyes-benibana","title":"Aikuma Natural Dyes (Benibana)","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 Benibana repackaged in an unlabelled plastic container. Original manufacturer packaging is not included.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBenibana, or Safflower, is one of the oldest cultivated dye plants in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelieved to have originated in Arabia and Ethiopia, it has been used for thousands of years to produce beautiful yellow, pink, and red colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven the linen used to wrap Egyptian mummies around 2500 BC is thought to have been dyed with safflower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced to Japan via Korea during the 7th century, Benibana became one of Japan's most treasured botanical dyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flower naturally contains both yellow and red pigments, allowing dyers to produce different colours by adjusting the dyeing process and pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yellow pigment is water-soluble, while the red pigment is released under alkaline conditions, making Benibana one of the most fascinating and versatile natural dyes available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for natural dyers, textile artists, and makers looking to explore the rich traditions of Japanese botanical dyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyeing Instructions (Yellow Dyeing for Silk \u0026amp; Wool):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak 100g of Benibana in 2 litres of water for 2 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1% acetic acid (or white vinegar) to adjust the dye bath to approximately pH 4.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDye silk or wool at 90°C for 30 to 60 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyeing Instructions (Red Dyeing for Silk \u0026amp; Cotton):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst, thoroughly wash the flowers several times to remove the yellow pigment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare a 4% potassium carbonate solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak the washed flowers in the alkaline solution for 3 hours, then strain the liquid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhile stirring, gradually add citric acid until the dye bath becomes acidic. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eWhen adding citric acid to the alkaline dye bath, the solution may foam vigorously. Always use a large container and add the acid gradually.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDye the fibre at 35°C for 30 to 60 minutes.\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, pH, mordant used, water quality, 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\u003eNone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safflower\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested WOF per 100g:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300g to 500g\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":55673060557092,"sku":null,"price":66.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0874\/0388\/files\/Benibana.jpg?v=1783967578","url":"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/products\/aikuma-natural-dyes-benibana","provider":"Handmayk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}