{"product_id":"natural-fructose-indigo-vat-kit","title":"Natural Indigo Dye Kit | Fructose Indigo Vat Kit | PRE-ORDER NOW","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMake a Natural Fructose Indigo Vat at Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"915\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePre-order our natural indigo dye kit, designed to help you make a simple 1-2-3 fructose indigo vat at home. Suitable for beginners and experienced dyers alike, this kit contains the essential ingredients needed to prepare a gentle, natural indigo vat without using harsh reducing chemicals. \u003cstrong\u003eAll pre-orders will be shipped the week commencing 9th August.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eIdeal for shibori, dip dyeing, batik, fabric dyeing and yarn dyeing, or for use with our clay resist kit, the fructose vat produces rich, vibrant blues while allowing you to explore one of the world's oldest (and one of our favourite) textile traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1244\" data-start=\"1141\"\u003eEverything you need to prepare a fructose indigo vat at home (excluding basic household equipment).\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1264\" data-start=\"1246\"\u003eYour kit contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1289\" data-start=\"1266\" data-section-id=\"1boiv9c\"\u003e25g Organic Indigo Dye, grown in India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1289\" data-start=\"1266\" data-section-id=\"1boiv9c\"\u003e50g Calcium Hydroxide \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1289\" data-start=\"1266\" data-section-id=\"1boiv9c\"\u003e75g Fructose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"1317\" data-section-id=\"lfecob\"\u003eFull step-by-step instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1412\" data-section-id=\"ooe3nq\"\u003eWhat is a Fructose Indigo Vat?\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1746\" data-start=\"1450\"\u003eA fructose vat is one of the simplest methods of creating an indigo vat at home, and one that is favoured by many natural dyers. Using fructose to reduce the natural indigo\u003cstrong data-end=\"1519\" data-start=\"1501\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003einstead of synthetic reducing agents means the resulting vat is gentle, easy to maintain and can be reused over multiple dyeing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1746\" data-start=\"1450\"\u003eAs fabric is removed from the vat, you'll be able to see it transform from a yellow-green colour to blue as the indigo oxidises in the air - a wonderful process that has captivated textile artists all over the world for centuries. One dip will give you a light sky blue colour, whilst repeated dips give a deeper and deeper shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"1953\" data-start=\"1936\" data-section-id=\"1wt87da\"\u003ePerfect For\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1988\" data-start=\"1955\"\u003eThis indigo dye kit is ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2131\" data-start=\"1990\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1999\" data-start=\"1990\" data-section-id=\"1s7ieek\"\u003eShibori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2016\" data-start=\"2000\" data-section-id=\"1uf06zl\"\u003eNatural dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2024\" data-start=\"2017\" data-section-id=\"16y3y7x\"\u003eBatik\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2049\" data-start=\"2025\" data-section-id=\"1cz3pci\"\u003eCotton, linen and hemp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2056\" data-start=\"2050\" data-section-id=\"1j4ddbp\"\u003eSilk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2070\" data-start=\"2057\" data-section-id=\"1t8hfxw\"\u003eYarn dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2088\" data-start=\"2071\" data-section-id=\"yibbjj\"\u003eTextile artists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2131\" data-start=\"2089\" data-section-id=\"1pna3oc\"\u003eBeginners wanting to learn indigo dyeing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"2152\" data-start=\"2138\" data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\"\u003eKey Features\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2498\" data-start=\"2154\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2219\" data-start=\"2154\" data-section-id=\"1prrz2b\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2182\" data-start=\"2156\"\u003eNatural Indigo Dye Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e - Make your own fructose indigo vat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2286\" data-start=\"2220\" data-section-id=\"xq248z\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2251\" data-start=\"2222\"\u003eTraditional Dyeing Method\u003c\/strong\u003e - Uses fructose and Calcium Hydroxide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2360\" data-start=\"2287\" data-section-id=\"15jievo\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2305\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003eComplete Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e - Includes the essential ingredients and instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2429\" data-start=\"2361\" data-section-id=\"e7aji8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2379\" data-start=\"2363\"\u003eReusable Vat\u003c\/strong\u003e - Can be maintained for multiple dyeing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2498\" data-start=\"2430\" data-section-id=\"ckadqd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2458\" data-start=\"2432\"\u003eSuitable for Beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e - Easy-to-follow instructions included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Else Do I Need to Start Indigo Dyeing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA container to build your vat in \u003c\/strong\u003e- lots of people use a large lidded plastic bucket, but we like to use a big stockpot because it makes it much easier to heat the vat (which you'll need to do if you want to reuse it).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScoured fabric \u003c\/strong\u003e- indigo dye works best with natural cellulose fibres like cotton, linen and hemp, and protein fibres like silk and wool. It's always best to scour your materials before dyeing to ensure even coverage - more information on this can be found in the printed instructions in your kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGloves\u003c\/strong\u003e - though this type of vat is very gentle, it's always best to wear gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA spoon or stirring stick \u003c\/strong\u003e- to wet the indigo and mix the vat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Textile Traders","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54880412008716,"sku":null,"price":17.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/0296\/5516\/files\/Natural-indigo-dye-kit.jpg?v=1784901193","url":"https:\/\/www.textiletraders.co.uk\/products\/natural-fructose-indigo-vat-kit","provider":"Textile Traders","version":"1.0","type":"link"}