Ready to start your journey naturallyl dyeing from home? Here you will find organically grown dyestuff to get dyeing and experimenting with. I used traditional dye plants as my preferred dyestuff as they provide me with the most light and colour-fast colours. Difficult to obtain in Australia, I am proud to offer you a small collection of my home grown dyestuff. (with Black walnut hulls from my Dad’s precious tree!)
Madder root: THERE WILL BE MORE COMING SOON WHEN I DIG UP THIS YEARS CROP! Harvested late Autumn, this precious root takes a minimum of three years to grow to maturity. Roots are dug up, washed, chopped up and dried. 50 gram packs. I recommend going gently and slowly when dyeing with Madder root. I soak the dried root overnight in warm water before warming to under a simmer and holding for one hour. I then drain out the root, (and keep to re-use one more time repeating the above steps for a paler pink). Add your damp, pre-mordanted yarn or cloth to your dyebath and gently re-heat for around one hour. You can leave to soak for another night if desired. I tend to use around 3 or 4 tablespoons per 50grams of dry fibre.
Weld: harvested in Summer, dried and then chopped up. Weld produces clear, bright yellows and is an ancient and traditional dye plant. Very hard to obtain in Australia! I bring my dye bath to a simmer for an hour before draining off the dyestuff and dyeing my fibres. Dye over or under indigo for excellent bright greens.
Dyer’s Chamomile: for cheery, warm yellows. Excellent for dyeing over madder dyed fibres for corals and oranges, or over or under indigo for greens. Use the same steps as Weld. My most used plant for yellows..
Black Walnuts: I use the same method of preparation for walnuts as I do for madder root. Slow and long pre-soaks. You can bring the dye bath to a boil though to really get the colour out. Alot of colour will wash out when you rinse out your fibres and this is normal. The colour will be paler than it looks in the dye bath. You can add some Iron water to help deepen the brown. I love using Walnuts over or under other colours. It gives a beautiful, earthy depth to a tone. I really notice a difference.
Pomegranate Skin: more coming soon! Just awaiting the fruit to be attacked by the birds and then I shall collect the remains.
This NEW kit includes everything you will need to make a Small Pattern Play Weaver. This simple timber grid loom can create a limitless array of pattern possibilities. Your design can be as simple or as complex as you desire. Full step by step instructions will guide you through the steps to make the square and triangle design featured on the package.
Each kit contains:
1 x timber loom measuring 10.5cm x 10.5cm (laser cut in Chum Creek, just near my home town)
8 x naturally dyed, pure wool yarns of 1 metres each. (all naturally dyed by me at home in the Yarra Valley)
1 x tapestry needle
1 x instructions.
Available in 3 different colourways. Select the kit number and it will be displayed as the top image on your screen.
This NEW kit includes everything you will need to make a Large Pattern Play Weaver. This simple timber grid loom can create a limitless array of pattern possibilities. Your design can be as simple or as complex as you desire. Full step by step instructions will guide you through the steps to make the square and triangle design featured on the package.
These kits are genuinely addictive to do. They are a fun and rewarding project to work on and create a contemporary looking and really attractive wall piece for your home.
Each kit contains:
1 x timber loom measuring 16cm x 16cm (laser cut in Chum Creek, just near my home town)
9 x naturally dyed, pure wool yarns of 2 metres each. (all dyed without chemicals at my home in the Yarra Valley)
1 x tapestry needle
1 x instructions.
Available in three different colourways. Select the kit number and it will be displayed as the top image.
The Autumn Leaf Weaver is a fantastic project for those new to crafting. It includes everything you will need to complete ONE woven/stitched leaf. A perfect project to celebrate the changing season and honour the beauty of Autumn/Fall.
Each kit includes:
*A locally made timber leaf measuring approximately: (select one from the three different types)
Liquid Amber: 12 cm in length and 9 cm wide.
Elm: 14 cm x 7 cm
Oak: 14 cm x 6 cm
* Botanically dyed lengths of yarn, in a complimentary colour palette. To get these colours I have used plants including weld leaves, madder root, cutch, fustic, walnut hulls, prunus leaves, dock leaves, indigo, dyer’s chamomile flowers and others.
*a tapestry needle
*instructions
**Please note that some colours may differ slightly from the pictured ones as they have come from a different dye bath.
The Gum Leaf Weaver is a fantastic project for those new to crafting, for younger children or for anyone needing a little mindful making. It includes everything you will need to complete one woven/stitched leaf.
Each kit includes:
*A locally made timber leaf measuring 24cm in lengh and about 6cm wide.
*9 metres of botanically dyed lengths of yarn. To get these colours I have used walnut hulls, eucalyptus leaves, cutch, dock leaves, tansy leaves, indigo with dyer’s chamomile flowers and others.
*a tapestry needle
*instructions
**Please note that some colours may differ slightly from the pictured ones as they have come from a different dye bath.
POMPOM KITS!
I absolutely love pompoms and I don't know why! They are just so happy and appealing. The 10 skein kit made approximately 9 pompoms. See the tutorial for pompom making on this website if you would like some support!
Each kit contains:
10 naturally dyed mini skeins of yarn
instructions
linen thread
a locally made timber pompom maker.
The skeins make a total of 50 grams and are in an 8 ply / DK weight. (100% wool, non superwash)
Photo 1 is for Kit 1, photo 2 is for Kit 2 and so on..
These fun little kits are perfect for crafty children and make a great Birthday or Christmas gift. I hope that you enjoy making your own beautiful, naturally-dyed rainbow!
The kit includes:
8 various colours of naturally dyed yarn
1 hand stained or painted timber rainbow
decorative string
5 botanically dyed timber beads
instructions
Picture One is for Kit One, Picture Two is for Kit Two and so on.
This sweet offering is a limited collection of only 16 kits! Three left only!
I have hand dyed recycled sari silk ribbons with plants . In each box there are 6 ribbons with 2 metres of each. There are 6 mini gift cards (folded in half they measure 6 x 6cm)
A perfect gift for the person who has everything, or if you take delight in giving thoughtful, beautiful gifts and wrapping them with extra love.
Available in 3 different colourways. Only available until sold out I'm sorry!
The Leaf Weaving Kit is a fantastic project for those new to crafting or if you would like to enjoy a satisfying and relaxing crafting process. It includes everything you will need to complete a set of THREE woven/stitched leaves.
Each kit includes:
*Three locally made timber leaves measuring approximately:
Liquid Amber: 12 cm x 9 cm.
Elm: 14 cm x 7 cm
Oak: 14 cm x 6 cm
* Botanically dyed lengths of yarn, in a complimentary colour palette. To get these colours I have used plants including weld leaves, madder root, cutch, fustic, walnut hulls, prunus leaves, dock leaves, indigo, dyer’s chamomile flowers and others.
*a tapestry needle
*instructions
**Please note that some colours may differ slightly from the pictured ones as they have come from a different dye bath.
Photo one is for Kit one, photo two is for Kit two.
A Set of all THREE Gum Leaf Weavers at a discounted price! This kit contains everything you will need to make a Raw Timber, Walnut Timber and Green Timber leaf.
This kit contains the materials, pattern and instructions to make this beautiful and famous Australian wildflower; a Flowering Gum branch complete with gum leaves, gumnuts and gorgeous red blossoms.
The branch measures approximately 20cm long x 12cm wide.
Ideal for the crafter with some sewing experience. There are clear and comprehensive written instructions plus a photographic tutorial on the website (see Tutorials sections)
Your kit has:
- FELT: Colour 1: Green pure wool felt for the Gum Leaves, naturally dyed with organic Indigo and Dock leaves with Iron water.
-FELT: Colour 2: Green pure wool felt for the reverse side of the Gum Leaves, naturally dyed with organic Indigo and Dyer’s chamomile leaves.
-FELT: Colour 3: Brown pure wool felt for the Gumnuts, naturally dyed with Walnut Hulls
-THREAD: Red 2 ply woollen thread for the Flower Stamens, naturally dyed with Madder Root
-THREAD: Brown 2ply woollen thread for the Stems/Branch, naturally dyed with Walnut Hulls
- THREAD: Green 2 ply woollen embroidery thread for the Leaf Veins, naturally dyed with Goldenrod leaves and organic Indigo
-A pipe cleaner
-Paper pattern
You will need:
-Paper scissors and sharp, small fabric scissors
-Sewing needles and pins
-Cotton sewing thread
-A scrap piece of cardboard or thin card
- A tape measure or 1 metre ruler
Photo one is of the completed craft project and photo two shows the contents of your kit. Please note that this is a kit to MAKE the Flowering Gum branch and not for an already completed one!
This kit contains the materials, pattern and instructions to make a beautiful Wattle branch with cute yellow blossoms and buds. The finished piece measures approximately 21cm long and 16cm wide.
This keepsake is made from quality materials that has been entirely naturally dyed. It would look beautiful simply pinned to a bedroom wall or even in a vase. This cute would suit a crafter with a little experience. There are comprehensive and clear written instructions, plus a Tutorial with many photos for the visual learner on this website. (see the Tutorial section)
Your kit has:
- FELT: Colour 1: Green pure wool felt for the Wattle Leaves, naturally dyed with Goldenrod and Dock leaves
-FELT: Colour 2: Another Green pure wool felt for the reverse side of the Wattle Leaves, naturally dyed with Dock leaves and Iron water
-FELT: Colour 3, 4 & 5: Yellow pure wool felt for the Wattle flower buds, naturally dyed with Goldenrod leaves, Marigold flowers and Chamomile flowers.
-THREAD: Yellow 2ply woollen thread for the Wattle Blossoms, naturally dyed in 2 shades of yellow with Marigold and Chamomile flowers
-THREAD: Green 2ply woollen thread for the Stems/Branch and the Leaf Veins, naturally dyed with Dock leaves and organic Indigo.
-2 pipe cleaners
-Paper pattern
You will need:
-Paper scissors and sharp, small fabric scissors
-Sewing needles, cotton sewing thread and pins
-A scrap piece of cardboard or thin card
-A ruler and/or tape measure
Photo one is what your finished kit will look like and photo two is the contents of the kit. Please note that this is a kit to MAKE the Wattle branch, not for a completed one!
This new kit contains the materials, pattern and instructions to make a stunning set comprised of a Banskia Flower, Seed pod head and Leaf.
Comprised of quality materials and featuring entirely naturally dyed felt and embroidery threads, the Banksia set is a keepsake that will be treasured.
When finished, the Flower measures approximately 13cm long x 7cm wide. The Seed pod measures approximately 17cm long x 5cm wide and the leaf is 25cm long.
This kit is suited to a crafter with an moderate to higher level of crafting experience. The steps are straight-forward but a bit detailed. The online tutorial (Visit the Tutorial website on this website) is a helpful resource that includes heaps of photographs to aid you along the way.
There are three pieces you will make in the kit:
Part 1: FLOWER
Your kit has:
- FELT: Colour 1: Coral/orange pure wool felt for the Flower Front Top piece, naturally dyed with Madder root and Marigold flowers.
-FELT: Colour 2: Deep yellow/orange pure wool felt for the Flower Front Base piece, naturally dyed with Fustic.
-FELT: Colour 3: Rusty orange pure wool felt for the Flower Reverse piece, naturally dyed with Madder root and Marigold flowers.
-THREAD: Soft coral coloured 2ply Finn woollen embroidery thread for the stitching on the Flower front top piece, naturally dyed with Madder root.
- THREAD: A mix of yellow 2ply Finn woollen embroidery threads for the stitching on the Flower base piece, naturally dyed with Marigold, Madder and Fustic
-Paper pattern
-Woolen roving for stuffing
Part 2: LEAVES
Your kit has:
-FELT: Colour 4: Green Pure wool felt for the Banksia Leaves, naturally dyed with Dock leaves and Iron water.
-THREAD: Green 2ply Finn woollen embroidery thread to cover the pipe cleaner and stitch the leaf vein, naturally dyed with Dock leaves and organic Indigo.
-Paper pattern
-1 long pipe cleaner.
Part 3: SEED POD
Your kit has:
- FELT: Colour 5: Charcoal brown pure wool felt for the Seed Pod Body and Pods, from naturally coloured sheep’s fleece.
-FELT: Colour 6: Smaller brown piece of pure wool felt for the Seeds dyed with Walnut hulls.
-THREAD: Brown 2ply Finn woollen embroidery thread to cover the pipe cleaner, naturally dyed with Walnut hulls and Iron water.
-Paper pattern
-1 shorter pipe cleaner
-Leftover smaller quantity of woollen roving for stuffing
You will need the following supplies:
-Paper scissors and sharp, small fabric scissors
- Sewing needles and pins
- Cotton sewing thread
-A tape measure or a ruler
Photo one is of the finished kit, photo two is of the contents of the kit. This is a craft kit to MAKE the Banskia, not for a completed Banskia!
This kit has the Materials, Instructions and Pattern for you to make one pure wool, plant dyed felt Toadstool .
If you can cut fabric neatly and do some simple sewing stitches then you will be able to make this Toadstool.
The finished Toadstool will measure approximately 13cm tall, with an 8cm diameter Cap/Top.
This kit contains:
- Colour 1: Pure wool felt for the Toadstool Stem, naturally dyed with Walnut hulls
-Colour 2: White natural wool felt for theToadstool Cap Underside
-Colour 3: Pure wool felt for the Toadstool Cap, naturally dyed with Madder root
-Pure wool stuffing for the Toadstool
-Paper pattern
You will need:
-Paper scissors and sharp, small fabric scissors
-Sewing needle and pins
-Sewing thread (I used a pale brown in the pictured sample on the brown and cream felt and a deep red thread on the red felt)
-Embroidery thread if you would like to add French knot spots
- A tablespoon or 2 of dried legumes or rice to weigh the base down inside. (Whatever you can find in your pantry that looks like it needs using up, the heavier the better!) A 50cent coin can also be added to created stability.
This listing is just for the Toadstool.
This kit contains the Materials, Instructions and Pattern to make a felt Habitat Log. The log has two Shelf fungi growing out it’s side and two tall Fairy toadstools. The finished piece will measure approximately 11cm long, 8cm tall. It can be added to the Forest landscape kit and Perfect Toadstool kit to complete the scene.
If you can cut fabric neatly and sew some basic small hand stitching then you can make this kit.
This kit contains:
- Colour 1: Pure wool felt for the Log, naturally dyed with Walnut hulls
-Colour 2 and 3: Pure wool felt for the Shelf Fungi Top and Underside, naturally dyed with fustic or marigold flowers (Yellow, orange)
-Colours 4 and 5: Pure wool felt for the Tall Fairy Toadstools Top and Underside, naturally dyed with Madder root or fustic. (Coral pink, orange)
-Pure wool stuffing for the Log
- A pipe cleaner
-Paper pattern
You will need:
-Paper scissors and sharp, small fabric scissors
-Sewing needle and pins
-Some sewing and embroidery thread of your choice.
- Some yarn in your choice of colour or a texta to colour the pipecleaner (optional only)
This listing is just for the Habitat Log.
The cutest little crafting kit you could ever find!
This kit contains 15 pieces of pure Wool felt, hand dyed in the Yarra Valley with plants and natural extracts in a range of beautiful colours.
Sew a little garland of around 20 double-sided felt flags and hang them somewhere to spread their merriment! Each flag measures approximately 3cm x 3.5cm.
Each kit has:
15 pieces of pure Woollen felt
Linen thread
Instructions
This Native Australian Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete a small sized Waratah.
Each kit includes:
one locally made timber Flower Loom measuring approximately 14 cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
6 botanically dyed lengths of yarn
one botanically dyed pure wool roving
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
The Waratah is a little trickier to weave than the other looms. I suggest starting with any of the other looms if you have not done one before , or you can watch my YouTube video for extra support making your Waratah here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oneXj4uFs8U
* Please note that each kit features hand painted timber looms and accessories which are all slightly different. Your kit will be similar to the photographed kit but not necessarily the same.
*Variegations in the timber’s surface are a normal attribute of the product.
This Native Australian Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete a small sized Paper Daisy.
Each kit includes:
one locally made timber Flower Loom measuring approximately 13.5cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
5 botanically dyed lengths of yarn
1 piece of botanically dyed pure wool roving
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
*Photo one is for Kit one, Photo two is for Kit two and so on…
The last photo is an example of a finished Paper Daisy.
* Please note that each kit features hand painted timber looms and accessories which are all slightly different. Your kit will be similar to the photographed kit but not necessarily the same kit.
*Variegations in the timber’s surface are a normal attribute of the product.
*You can watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
This Native Australian Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete a small sized Kangaroo Apple flower.
Each kit includes:
one locally made timber Flower Loom measuring approximately 15cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
5 botanically dyed lengths of yarn
1 piece of botanically dyed pure wool roving
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
*Photo one is for Kit One, photo two is for Kit two and so on.
* Please note that each kit features hand painted timber looms and accessories which are all slightly different. Your kit will be similar to the photographed kit but not necessarily the same kit.
*You can also watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
*Variegations in the timber’s surface are a normal attribute of the product.
This Native Australian Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete a small sized Cut Leafed Daisy.
Each kit includes:
one locally made timber Flower Loom measuring approximately 14.5cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
3 botanically dyed lengths of yarn
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
* Please note that each kit features hand painted timber looms and accessories which are all slightly different. Your kit will be similar to the photographed kit but not necessarily the same kit.
*Variegations in the timber’s surface are a normal attribute of the product.
*You can also watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
This Native Australian Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete three extra small sized woven Tea Tree flowers. It comes with one hand painted timber leaf.
Each kit includes:
three, locally made timber Flower Looms measuring approximately 8 - 9 cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
one hand painted leaf, measuring 10cm long.
four botanically dyed lengths of yarn
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
* Please note that each kit features hand painted timber looms and accessories which are all slightly different. Your kit may differ slightly to the one photographed.
*Photo One is for Kit One and Photo Two is for Kit Two and so on.
*You can also watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
*Variegations in the timber’s surface are a normal attribute of the product.
This Native Flower GARLAND kit is a true celebration of Australian flora. It includes everything you will need to complete a whole collection of beautiful weavings. You will weave one large sized woven Waratah flower, one small Paper Daisy and three Tea Tree flowers. It comes with the hand painted timber leaves. It also includes a painted timber Sun Orchid and Wattle Blossom.
Each kit includes:
a large sized, locally made timber Waratah Flower Loom measuring approximately 26 cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
five hand painted Eucalyptus leaves.
one Small timber Paper Daisy Flower Loom measuring approximately 13.5cm across at the outer edge.
three Tea Tree timber Flower Looms measuring approximately 8 - 9 cm across at the outer edge and a leaf branch measuring 10cm long.
All the botanically dyed yarns and rovings you will need to complete the weavings, which were carefully colour matched to each loom.
A timber Sun Orchid, hand painted.
A timber Wattle Branch, hand painted.
a tapestry needle
warping threads for each loom
instructions
The Waratah is a little trickier to weave than the other looms. I suggest starting with any of the other looms if you have not done one before , or you can watch my YouTube video for extra support making your Waratah here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oneXj4uFs8U
*Please note that the first picture of the finished looms are intended as a guide and example only and are not included in your kit.
*Variegation is a normal attribute of the wood used for these products.
*Each loom is hand painted by me and colours are matched to their yarns. Your kit may differ slightly to the one photographed.
This Native Australian Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete one large sized woven Waratah flower.
Each kit includes:
a large sized, locally made timber Flower Loom measuring approximately 26 cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
five hand painted Eucalyptus leaves to compliment your weaving.
eight botanically dyed lengths of yarn
one botanically dyed pure wool rovings
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
The Waratah is a little trickier to weave than the other looms. I suggest starting with any of the other looms if you have not done one before , or you can watch my YouTube video for extra support making your Waratah here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oneXj4uFs8U
*Please note that the picture of the finished loom is intended as a guide and example only and is not included in your kit.
*Variegations in the timber’s surface are a normal attribute of the product.
This Native Australian Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete a medium and a small sized woven Flannel Flower.
Each kit includes:
two locally made timber Flower Looms measuring approximately 22 and 15 cm across at the outer edge, hand painted with acrylic paints.
8 botanically dyed lengths of yarn (2 sets of 4 lenghts)
one botanically dyed pure wool roving (for the larger flower if you desire)
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
* Photo one is for Kit One, photo two is Kit Two.
* Please note that each kit features hand painted timber looms and accessories which are all slightly different. Your kit will be similar to the photographed kit but not necessarily the same kit.
*You can also watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
*Variegations in the timber’s surface are a normal attribute of the product.
One locally made, 3mm thick timber Wattle branch measuring 20cm in length.
Hand painted with acrylic paints and finished with water based matt varnish.
To add more beauty to your collection of Woven wildflowers or to be enjoyed as a unique timber piece. You can attach to a wall with just blue-tac.
One locally made, 3mm thick timber Scaly Button stem measuring 17cm in length.
Hand painted with acrylic paints and finished with water based matt varnish.
To add more beauty to your collection of Woven wildflowers or to be enjoyed as a unique timber piece. You can attach to a wall with just blue-tac.
Five locally made, 3mm thick timber Eucalyptus leaves measuring between 9 and 17cm approximately in length.
Hand painted with acrylic paints and finished with a water based matt varnish.
These leaves will add more beauty to your collection of Woven wildflowers or can be enjoyed as a unique collection by themselves. You can attach to a wall with just blue-tac.
Photo one is for Kit 1, Photo two is for Kit 2 and so on.
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are botanically dyed with homegrown dye plants, locally gathered dyestuff and natural dye extracts.
These sweet small Weaving Kits are a perfect addition to your present stash or for that emergency Party or Christmas present you needed to get. A unique and fun present for a crafty kid (age 5 and up) or an adult needed a relaxing project.
Picture one is Kit one, Picture two is kit two and so on… The last image shows some of these kits completed.
Each kit includes:
one locally made small timber flower loom, measuring around 12cm in diameter.
7 lengths of naturally dyed fibres
a tapestry needle and warping thread
woolen roving
instructions
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are botanically dyed with seeds, leaves, flowers, bark and roots of plants predominantly grown or gathered locally. Natural extracts are also sometimes used to increase the variety of colours available.
This extra cute mini flower kit is designed to be created and then worn as a brooch.
Measuring approximately 8cm in diameter, you can proudly wear your creation now, instead of it being on the wall!
*You can also watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
Each kit includes:
a teeny, tiny, hand stained, timber flower loom
a mix of botanically dyed fibres to create your piece
warping linen thread and a needle
metal brooch fastener ( that you will sew onto the brooch once it is finished)
instructions
Please note that Picture One is for Kit one, Picture Two is for Kit two and so on..
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are botanically dyed with seeds, leaves, flowers, bark and roots of plants predominantly grown or gathered locally. Natural dye extracts are also sometimes used to increase the variety of colours available.
This special Flowers from the Garden Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete five woven flowers. All yarns and rovings are hand-dyed in beautiful colours in very small batches and wound into mini skeins.
Now you can make a garden of weavings, which work so well when hung together on a wall.
*You can also watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
Each kit includes:
five locally made timber Flower Looms ( in the sunflower, rose and dahlia) measuring approximately 25cm, 21cm, 13cm, 11cm and 8cm in diameter.
twelve naturally dyed skeins of yarn in beautiful, harmonious colours
Four naturally dyed wool rovings
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are botanically dyed with seeds, leaves, flowers, bark and roots of plants predominantly grown or gathered locally.
Natural dye extracts are sometimes used to increase the variety of colours available.
This special Trio Weaving Kit includes everything you will need to complete three Woven Flowers. All yarns and rovings are hand-dyed in beautiful colours in very small batches and wound into mini skeins.
*You can also watch my YouTube video for extra support making your flower weaving here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwVtkg_4-A4
Pictures 1 and 2 are of Kit One, pictures 3 and 4 are of Kit Two and so on.
Each kit includes:
three locally made timber Flower Looms ( in the sunflower, rose or dahlia), measuring approximately 27cm, 20cm and 11cm across at the outer edge.
Ten botanically dyed skeins of yarn in beautiful, harmonious colours
Four botanically dyed wool rovings
a tapestry needle
warping thread
instructions
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are hand-dyed with plants and natural extracts. These colours are made without chemicals.
This Yarn Pack contains 10 naturally dyed mini skeins of a beautiful 100 % Polwarth which is grown, processed and milled in the South Island of New Zealand. It is minimally processed (NOT superwashed of course) . The yarn is a DK/ 8ply weight and weighs 50 grams in total. Handwash only.
Beautiful for visible mending, wool embroidery, wool tapestry, colourwork knitting, pompom making or other crafts that need something a little special added in.
Please note that this price is for one pack only. Select pack number One (photo one) or Two (photo two) and so on..
Photos have been taken with my phone therefore there may be some slight colour differences between the product and the photograph.
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are dyed with homegrown plants, locally gathered weeds or natural raw dye extracts.
This Kit is of five 20 gram skeins of yarn all dyed in very small batches without any chemicals, totaling 100 grams.
This is a quality yarn grown, processed and milled in the South Island of New Zealand. A chemical free, (non superwash) soft and versatile option perfect for knitting cosy, soft, projects.
Composition: 100 % Polwarth, DK (8 ply), Woolen spun
Needle size: 4mm - 5mm
Tension: 22 sts x 30 rows per 10cm/4inch
Weight: 100 grams ( 5 x 20 gram skeins)
Length: approx 230 metres per 100g
Hand wash only
Photo One is for Pack One, Photo Two is for Pack Two and so on.
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are botanically dyed with seeds, leaves, flowers, bark and roots of plants predominantly grown or gathered locally.
Natural dye extracts are also sometimes used to increase the variety of colours available.
This Yarn Pack contains eight naturally dyed mini skeins of yarn in a mix of textures and weights and three lengths of pure wool roving.
Perfect for weaving on your own loom or purchase a Valleymaker loom separately.
Proudly hand-crafted in the Yarra Valley, Victoria, Valleymaker kits feature fibres which are naturally dyed with home grown or locally gathered plants. Natural raw dye extracts are also sometimes used to increase the variety of colours available.
This pack contains twelve naturally dyed skeins and four lengths of pure wool rovings. No loom or accessories are included. I've also added an extra skein in of beautiful mohair yarn.
Packaged in a square display box, as seen in first photo.
Used on your own loom or purchase a Valleymaker loom separately. Each pack features a mix of textures, weights, colours and 100% natural fibres.
Warping thread of 60% cotton and 40% linen.
These sets have 4 x 5 metres of beautiful colours ready for you to use on your flower looms. This is the same thread that is provided in each individual Valleymaker Flower Kit. Now available in these handy packs!
Just for your information:
For warping up the Flower looms you need approximately:
Brooch size loom: 1 metre
Emergency size loom : 1.5 metres
Small size loom: 2 metres
Medium size loom: 2.5 metres
Large size loom: 3 metres
Here are the large sized timber flower looms, ready for your own weaving project. The large sized flowers measure approximately 27cm at the outer diameter.
Cut locally to me in Chum Creek from Australian grown plantation pine with formaldehyde free glue.
Medium sized individual, timber flower looms. The medium size measures approximately 21 cm at the outer diamer. Hand stained in a variety of colours. Cut locally to me in Chum Creek from Australian grown plantation pine with formaldehyde free glue.
Individual, hand stained timber looms in the baby size. Great to use up your leftover fibre on. Approx 15cm diameter at the outer edge.
Locally cut teeny brooch sized flower loom. Measures approximately 8cm at outer edge. Hand stained in a variety of colours.
A set of three hand stained, timber Flower Looms proudly made in Chum Creek, Victoria.
This set is ready for you to use with your own yarns and fibres.
The looms are approximately 21, 15 and 11 cm in diameter at the outer edge. See my hand for scale in photos!
Add some chunky texture and natural colours to your weavings or craft project with these pure wool, naturally dyed beauties. Six pieces of wool roving, weighing a total of 40 grams. Perfect for needle felting, weaving or spinning.
Photo one is for Pack One, photo two is for Pack Two and so on…
For the first time ever I have available some of my organically grown DYE SEEDS for you to grow your own Dye garden!
No seeds to WA or TAS unfortunately!
Madder / Rubia tinctorum:
Sow direct in Spring. Germination approximately 14 days. Position: Full to part sun in well drained soil. Size: A messy vine to 100cm high and wide. Can trelllis if desired. Can harvest roots after 3 years. 10 seeds.
Weld / Reseda luteola
Sow into seed trays or direct onto soil surface (don’t cover) in Autumn or Spring. Keep moist until germination. Germinates in approximately 7-14 days. Position: Full to part sun in well drained soil. Size: 60-200cm high x 30-60cm wide. Harvest in second Summer. Approx 500 + seeds.
Dyers’s Chamomile / Anthemis tinctoria
Sow 2mm deep in SPring in trays or direct. Germination: approximately 14-28 days. Position: full to part sun in well drained soil. Size 50cm high x 30-40cm wide. Harvest flowers and leaves once large/mature. Approx 100+ seeds.
Black Hollyhock / Alcea rosea
Sow 6mm deep in late Summer and Autumn. Germination approximatelyl 10-14 days. Position: full sun in well drained soil. Size: 200cm high x 30cm wide. Usually grown as an annual or short-lived perennial. Fun for bundle dyeing, solar dyeing or smaller experimental projects. Aprrox 20 seeds.