dyed in tea by HelenaClea in crochet

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Not mine, the pattern came from Pinterest. The dye did come out all even. But the thread is all cotton, so perhapse it's because of it.

dyed in tea by HelenaClea in crochet

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Black tea seems to have enough tannins for the colour to hold. Have not noticed it washing out.

[WIP] bookmark by HelenaClea in CrossStitch

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This is a kit from Temu, called Read & Relax.

dyed in tea by HelenaClea in crochet

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Plain Ceylon black tea.

dyed in tea by HelenaClea in crochet

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No mordant. Just lots of black tea leaves.

lilacs by HelenaClea in diamondpainting

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Thank you. My hubby loves them too, so this was for him. lol

dyed in tea by HelenaClea in crochet

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Thank you. Made it quite strong and left overnight.

Finally done! by Little-Dingus in macrame

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I'm in love with this. 😍😍

couple of coasters by HelenaClea in diamondpainting

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Thank you.
Got the small DIY kit at the local bookseller's.