Aikuma Traditional Japanese Natural Dyes (Suoh)
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Aikuma Traditional Japanese Natural Dyes (Suoh)
Suoh is a traditional natural dye obtained from the heartwood of Sappanwood (Caesalpinia sappan), a tropical tree that grows up to 10 metres tall.
The heartwood is rich in the natural red pigment brazilin, from which the country Brazil takes its name.
Introduced to Japan before the Nara period (710 to 794), Suoh became one of the country's most treasured dyes.
When used with an alum mordant, it produces the beautiful Suoh colour - a rich reddish-pink shade that was historically regarded as the second most prestigious colour after purple.
Suoh creates vibrant shades ranging from soft pinks to deep reds, depending on the fibre, mordant, and dyeing process.
Like many natural red dyes, it has limited lightfastness, so finished textiles should be protected from prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
Ideal for natural dyers seeking to recreate the elegant colours of traditional Japanese textiles.
Dyeing Instructions:
- Place the Suoh into a pot of water.
- Add 10ml of vinegar to the dye bath.
- Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes to extract the dye.
- Strain the liquid through a fine cloth or sieve to remove the plant material.
- Use the extracted dye bath to dye your prepared fibres.
Notes:
- Dyeing in an acidic dye bath may produce lighter shades. Suoh works best on fibres that have been properly mordanted, particularly with alum. The final colour will 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.
Mordant / Modifier:
- Tin, Potassium Alum, Copper or Iron
Other Names: Sappan Wood Chips, Sappanwood, Caesalpinia Sappan
Suggested WOF per 100g: 100g
Origin of Brand: Japan
Origin of Manufacturer: Japan
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