A reference for independent makers: how looms work, which plants reliably dye wool, how to break down a worn garment cleanly, and where to find undyed linen in Poland.
Reference Articles
Three focused topics, written for people who already know they want to make something — and need the technical detail to actually do it.
Loom selection, warp calculation, and the structural logic of plain weave — with specifics on materials available in Poland.
Mordant chemistry, pH effects, and the dye plants you can realistically source in Poland — with lightfastness data.
Burn-test identification, deconstruction sequence, and practical reuse applications for salvaged fabric from worn clothing.
Topics covered
Rigid heddle, backstrap, inkle, and four-shaft floor looms — how each works and what it is suited for.
Mordant chemistry, pH adjustment, and dye plants accessible in Poland — with lightfastness comparisons.
Fibre identification, seam removal, pressing salvaged panels, and planning what each fabric type can become.
Where to find undyed linen, wool, and cotton in Poland — from cooperatives, yarn markets, and importers.
Natural dyeing
Understanding the chemistry behind natural dyeing produces consistent results. Guessing produces interesting accidents — occasionally useful, mostly not.
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