I’m a prewasher when it comes to fabrics. I like to preshrink them since I do a lot of mixing purchased fabrics with hand dyed fabrics. I also like to make sure my fabric isn’t… Read More »Bleeding Fabric: The Grape Stomp of Desperation
New to dyeing? Here’s everything you’ll need to know to get started! Where to Buy Procion Fiber Reactive Dyes What is PFD Fabric? Dye Startup Costs Procion Dye Safety Basic Dyeing Instructions How to Ice… Read More »Beginning Dyeing
After getting my Glorious Galaxy pattern finished I thought it would be a good time to finish up some of the little projects I’ve just had sitting around. I usually get stuff for a bunch… Read More »Geode Dyed Hoodie
This Glorious Galaxy Quilt is going to be a gift for a special someone so I wanted to quilt it with something special! I do all my quilting on my tiny little domestic machine. I’ve… Read More »Star Quilting
The Glorious Galaxy Dye + Quilt Pattern is now available! This is the first of what I hope to be many patterns that include instructions for not only sewing the quilt but dyeing some of… Read More »Glorious Galaxy Dye + Quilt Pattern
I love Halloween but this year I had a bit of a panic moment when my kid came home with a flyer saying the school party was happening the week before Halloween. I had completely… Read More »Succulent Halloween Costume
PFD is short for prepared for dyeing. The short explanation is that PFD fabrics are treated so that they will take dyes really well. Generally PFD fabrics have no optic whiteners or any sizing, starches,… Read More »What is PFD Fabric?
Are you the type of person who finds it easier to follow visual instructions? Well you’re in luck! I wanted to ensure that anyone could be successful dyeing their fabric for the Glorious Galaxy quilt,… Read More »Dyeing for the Glorious Galaxy Quilt Pattern
Are you concerned about safety when dyeing? As long as you use common sense, procion dyes are relatively safe to work with. 1. Don’t eat the dyes. This really should be a no brainer, but… Read More »Procion Dye Safety
Big changes happening around here at Mythic Seam! First, I’ve opened up a new store that should make it much easier to shop! It’s now more convenient to find what you’re looking for or just… Read More »My New Store & Website
Want to get into dyeing but wonder how expensive it is to start? I’ve put together a list of all the items you need to dye and their approximate costs! Please note all prices are… Read More »Dye Startup Costs
Procion fiber reactive dyes are the best dyes for natural fibers. These are the dyes you see used in ice dyeing or tie dyeing. Interested in learning to dye yourself but not quite sure where… Read More »Where to Buy Procion Fiber Reactive Dyes