{"product_id":"aikuma-traditional-japanese-natural-dyes-kariyasu","title":"Aikuma Traditional Japanese Natural Dyes (Kariyasu)","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eKariyasu is a traditional Japanese natural dye derived from the dried leaves of Japanese Silver Grass (Miscanthus sinensis), a perennial grass that has been used for centuries to produce beautiful yellow shades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHistorically, Kariyasu was widely used during Japan's Nara period (710 to 794) to dye the clothing of common people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt produces soft yellow to golden tones and is valued for its good lightfastness, making it one of the more durable yellow botanical dyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKariyasu is also traditionally combined with indigo to create a range of beautiful green shades, making it a versatile choice for natural dyers exploring classic Japanese dyeing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for textile artists, natural dyers, and makers looking to recreate authentic Japanese colours using botanical dyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDyeing Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the Kariyasu leaves into a pot of boiling water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimmer for 15 minutes to extract the dye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrain the liquid through a fine cloth or sieve to remove the plant material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the strained dye bath immediately to dye your prepared fibres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKariyasu works best on fibres that have been properly mordanted. The final colour may vary depending on the fibre type, 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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMordant \/ Modifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTin, Potassium Alum, Copper or Iron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Silver Grass, Miscanthus, Miscanthus Sinensis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested WOF per 100g:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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":55668847968548,"sku":null,"price":36.99,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0771\/0874\/0388\/files\/Kariyasu_Japanese_Silver_Grass_Miscanthus.jpg?v=1783398553","url":"https:\/\/handmayk.com\/products\/aikuma-traditional-japanese-natural-dyes-kariyasu","provider":"Handmayk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}