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Post by elizabeth on Aug 10, 2016 18:35:07 GMT
My employer provides a catered lunch every now & then. There are often large aluminum pans (like turkey roasters) left over. Could I use these to eco-dye in? Would that be considered 'pot-as-mordant'?
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Post by chookie2 on Aug 11, 2016 0:18:48 GMT
No reason why not Elizabeth - if aluminium pans work for electrolosis(electroplating/cleaning silver) then it should as mordant.My original tutor told us to get aluminium dye pots to help the mordanting process.A few people use those pans to steam dye in too.
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Post by koffipot on Aug 11, 2016 20:10:19 GMT
Elizabeth - Yes! Use one as a pan and another as a lid and together with a trivet you can steam in them too, though I don't know how much leeching of al. there is.
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Aug 11, 2016 21:29:00 GMT
In the beginning, I was told “never use aluminum pots for natural dyeing…” so I bought stainless steel. Since then, I know others who have used aluminum and get good results. But like Judith said, unsure how much “leaching” you would get from the thin throwaway pans. But why not give it a try?
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Post by koffipot on Aug 12, 2016 6:34:50 GMT
Cathy - I too use S/S pots.
When I started out I used my mother's ancient aluminium preserving pan (until it developed a leak) and didn't notice any reaction. However I found the dye did stick to it - making a bigger job of cleaning.
A friend of mine swears by enamel - unchipped of course!
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Post by luvswool and dyestuff on Aug 12, 2016 14:53:32 GMT
Right, I’ve heard the enamel pots are great for dyeing as well, but I’ll stick with my S/S pots. "If it ain’t broke.."
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Post by Pandagirl on Aug 12, 2016 20:39:42 GMT
I use a combination of enamel and s/s depending on the project and size.
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Post by elizabeth on Aug 12, 2016 21:51:00 GMT
Since they're free, I'll have to give them a try. Thanks for the replies. I'll post my results, but don't look for anything soon.
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Post by chookie2 on Aug 13, 2016 2:25:26 GMT
I just obtained two stainless steel milking buckets from an old milking machine -at a farm clearing sale- they will be perfect for dyeing larger quantities if they fit on my camping stove- have not tried them yet. They are 40 litre (10 gallon).The only problem I can see is that have a foot ring but as the stove is gas it should not be too bad to heat them- certainly too heavy for my ceramic/glass top stove.
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Post by Pandagirl on Aug 13, 2016 2:56:00 GMT
Cool, but it may take a while on a camping stove to heat ten gallons. :-0 let us know.
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Post by koffipot on Aug 13, 2016 3:49:19 GMT
I just obtained two stainless steel milking buckets from an old milking machine -at a farm clearing sale- they will be perfect for dyeing larger quantities if they fit on my camping stove- have not tried them yet. They are 40 litre (10 gallon).The only problem I can see is that have a foot ring but as the stove is gas it should not be too bad to heat them- certainly too heavy for my ceramic/glass top stove. View AttachmentWhat a find! This will make a great steamer, just some mesh for a trivet, and you could have a mesh cylinder inside too for such as arashi shibori which is made on a pipe or pole. The possibilities are endless and steaming needs much less water.
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Post by Shepherdess on Aug 14, 2016 1:07:14 GMT
I use my side burner on my BBQ. It will take a really big pot.
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Post by chookie2 on Aug 14, 2016 2:53:54 GMT
Great idea Judith I will hunt around for something for a trivet and try that out.Have not yet got to Shibori dyeing but it is there waiting in the wings.LOL and Ann , I don't yet have an outdoor BBQ , just finished the deck and it is on my list of must haves ( along with a lot else!LOL). I will certainly look for the side burner what a great idea. Marilyn ,yes it will take a while to heat but won't be full, 1/3 water at best and if I steam as Judith suggested - even less water- can't wait to try . My deck now finished but waiting the pergola over the top. Doors from Dining area will open to here too.It is 12 metres by 4.5 mtres wide (40'x15') Plenty of room for a BBQ and tables for outdoor dyeing and felting later. Save
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Post by koffipot on Aug 14, 2016 8:14:24 GMT
Sue - You could start it off with some hot/boiling water from the house to save time bringing it up to temperature.
A trivet could just be some crumpled chicken wire.
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Post by Pandagirl on Aug 14, 2016 14:18:39 GMT
Lovely deck Sue! Fun times ahead!
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