Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
It's time to tackle the next step in my project to recreate a costume from the Bronze Age and dye some fabric using ancient techniques and all natural ingredients!
While this is by no means an experimental archeology project I had great fun researching the colours of the ancient world and experimenting with different techniques, even if the results were not always successful!
🟥 Chinese Mummies found with dyed tartan trousers (beware this link contains photos of mummified human remains): web.archive.org/web/20151124110554/http://www.tomasskinner.com/the-mummies-of-zaghunluq-cemetery.html
For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:
Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
I'm wearing:
Waistcoat Pattern: sirdar.com//en/products/0064-9122-80s-womens-jacket-or-coat
Studio Donegal Soft Donegal: https://studiodonegal.ie/product/soft-donegal-knitting-yarn/
Orange Shawl: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe
The Pattern: ko-fi.com/s/d0c038a362
The Yarn: West Yorkshire Spinners Exquisite Lace Shade Lagoon - AD - lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/west-yorkshire-spinners-exquisite?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
Dyeing supplies from: dtcrafts.co.uk
The Back to Nature kit: dtcrafts.co.uk/product/back-to-nature-raw-natural-dyestuffs-kit
Colours From Nature by Jenny Dean: dtcrafts.co.uk/product/colours-from-nature-jenny-dean
A Heritage of colour: dtcrafts.co.uk/product/heritage-colour-jenny-dean
Jenny Dean's website: jennydean.co.uk
Stainless Steel Pan: - AD amzn.to/4c35QKY
Washing soda: - AD amzn.to/41NI68R
Extra Madder: - AD tidd.ly/3PJ0xJj
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!
☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude
Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration:
📸Instagram: instagram.com/retroclaude
📌Pinterest: pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude
☕Ko-fi Shop: ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop
It's time to tackle the next step in my project to recreate a costume from the Bronze Age and dye some fabric using ancient techniques and all natural ingredients!
While this is by no means an experimental archeology project I had great fun researching the colours of the ancient world and experimenting with different techniques, even if the results were not always successful!
🟥 Chinese Mummies found with dyed tartan trousers (beware this link contains photos of mummified human remains): web.archive.org/web/20151124110554/http://www.tomasskinner.com/the-mummies-of-zaghunluq-cemetery.html
For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below:
Please be aware that these may be affiliate links.
I'm wearing:
Waistcoat Pattern: sirdar.com//en/products/0064-9122-80s-womens-jacket-or-coat
Studio Donegal Soft Donegal: https://studiodonegal.ie/product/soft-donegal-knitting-yarn/
Orange Shawl: ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe
The Pattern: ko-fi.com/s/d0c038a362
The Yarn: West Yorkshire Spinners Exquisite Lace Shade Lagoon - AD - lovecrafts.com/en-gb/p/west-yorkshire-spinners-exquisite?utm_medium=affiliate&a_aid=58771759
Dyeing supplies from: dtcrafts.co.uk
The Back to Nature kit: dtcrafts.co.uk/product/back-to-nature-raw-natural-dyestuffs-kit
Colours From Nature by Jenny Dean: dtcrafts.co.uk/product/colours-from-nature-jenny-dean
A Heritage of colour: dtcrafts.co.uk/product/heritage-colour-jenny-dean
Jenny Dean's website: jennydean.co.uk
Stainless Steel Pan: - AD amzn.to/4c35QKY
Washing soda: - AD amzn.to/41NI68R
Extra Madder: - AD tidd.ly/3PJ0xJj
It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects!
☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: ko-fi.com/retroclaude
Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration:
📸Instagram: instagram.com/retroclaude
📌Pinterest: pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude
☕Ko-fi Shop: ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop
