Have you ever wanted to learn the intimidatingĀ art of dyeingĀ fabric? I know that if you’re a quilt artist , you probably do, that’s if you ain’tĀ already proficientĀ at it. I am fascinatedĀ to learn, intimidatedĀ yes, but really want to in the worst wayĀ [ I use silk painting on my work, it’s similar,Ā permanentĀ and gives me the control I want] but I always Ā feel I’m missing out on something. Well, Diannajessie’blog Ā http://diannajessie.wordpress.com/2012/10/07/fabric-dyeing-is-there-a-right-time-to-start/#comment-2697Ā has the answer for you. She has gathered a whole list of referencesĀ that will provideĀ just the help and confidanceĀ to try it. Head on over if you’re feeling that you’re missing out on something too. I’ll see you there.
Dyeing to learn dyeing? Fabric !

Published by Barbara Harms Fiber Art
About Myself & My Approach Art has always played a role in my life, in one form or another. by my teens I had narrowed my focus to painting. I decided I was going to become a serious painter. I joined the Las Vegas Artist's Guild at 15, the youngest member at that time. I was completely out of place, I tried to go unnoticed, a mute fly on the wall, with a big smile pasted on my face. I've continued to paint most of my life. After a move to Oregon years later, I was introduced to quilting and fell in love. I was introduced to quilting & fell in love. In time I missed the creative freedom painting made possible. Then I discovered mixed media fiber art, I was home. MY APPROACH TO ART It's the creative process that holds the greatest attraction for me. Starting with a tiny seed of an idea; vague and blurred around the edges, I follow where that leads. There are often many changes and adjustments along the way. The result can often be surprizing. My approach is an instinctual one. Generally, I do little pre-planning. I make creative decisions, choices, directions as they present themselves. This approach can lead to quite a few changes in the direction. I love that element of surprize! Sometimes I have one that I especially like, I can't wait to show someone. At that moment l feel like a six year old, running home from school, a drawing in hand, excited to show Mom. At those times. I'm smiling like the Cheshire cat. Iāve had some of my work published in several magazines. which is exciting. But the most gratifying thing is having clients be really happy with their purchased art quilt. Word press https://barbaraharmsfiberart.com Etsy shop-sales https://barbaraharms.com Contact: inquiry barbaraharmsfiberart@icloud.com.com Personal Links View more posts
Thanks for your post Barbara – I’m so glad that sharing useful information helps us all – now I need to get started on dyeing. Maybe the book and e-book will be my first investments:) Have a great week. Dianna
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I have been wanting to dye too. I was direct to Dharma on the internet. I am going to try heliographic dyeing since I have an abundance of sunshine where I live and it doesn’t require all the harsh chemicals and is less expensive.
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