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Custom Natural Dye Commissions (Fall 2025 Intake)
Custom Natural Dye Commissions (Fall 2025 Intake)
*A limited Seasonal Offering*
Bring new life to your favorite garments, textiles, or home pieces through natural plant color.
Each commission is a collaboration: you send me your natural-fiber item, and I hand-dye it using plant-based color inspired by my current seasonal palette.
How It Works
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Choose your tier (based on item size and complexity).
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Select your dye complexity (single or layered).
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Ship your piece, instructions provided after purchase.
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I dye and return it ready for its new life.
Turnaround time: approx. 3 - 4 weeks from when your piece arrives.
Orders ship mid-November through early December.
Material Guidelines:
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Natural fibers only: cotton, linen, hemp, silk, or wool
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Please wash your piece before mailing
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Synthetic blends or printed fabrics may dye unpredictably (reach out if you are unsure)
Pricing Tiers & Variants
Variant 1: Item Type / Size
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Small Items. E.g: bandanas, tea towels, lightweight tops
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Medium Items. E.g: shirts, pillowcases, table runners
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Large Items. E.g: dresses, jackets, heavier fabrics
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Bespoke / Multi-Piece. E.g: bedsheets, curtains, evening gowns, tuxedo's, fabric, multiple items or experimental work
Variant 2: Dye Complexity
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Single Color: One color from the palette
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Layered Color: Two or more colors, gradient, or pattern effects
Choose Your Colors
I currently offer 4 seasonal palettes as inspiration and a starting point:
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Earth Tones, Nudes, Browns (browns, nudes, grays)
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Warm peach neutrals + speckled pinks (peachy - light orange hues)
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Warm Bronze + Yellows (golden, sunny hues)
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Pinks, Reds + Purples (soft and vibrant fuscia/deep purple/red tones)

Please indicate your preferred palette or any custom color ideas in the “Special Instructions for Seller” notes box at checkout (Please note blue is a not part of my usual pallete, however I am open to intergrating some blue if your piece needs it. Each piece is unique, natural variation is part of the beauty)
Optional Add-Ons (include in your notes with purchase)
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Color Consultation (15 - 20 min) +$20 (email/video call)
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Express Turnaround (2-week dye + ship) +$50
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Seasonal Surprise Dye Bath included
Shipping
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Clients cover shipping or drop off in Rogers Park, Chicago
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International clients: please inquire for rates and timeline
Notes
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Each dye bath is unique; natural variations are part of the process
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Offering open through December 10th or until full
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Fall waitlist members receive first priority
Care Instructions
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Wash cold, gentle cycle, mild soap
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Air-dry out of direct sunlight
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Natural dyes age gracefully (colors may deepen or soften over time)
Secure your Fall 2025 commission today. Limited spaces available. Let’s co - create something truly unique together.
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Materials
Materials
Dimensions
Dimensions
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Orders take approximately 3–4 weeks to fulfill from the time your piece arrives. As a single BIPOC, woman-owned business creating small-batch, sustainable work, shipping does not happen at the speed of larger companies or fast fashion. Thank you for your patience and support of slow, intentional craft.
Orders will ship mid-November through early December.
Buyers are responsible for shipping costs.
International clients: Please inquire about shipping rates and timelines. Buyers are responsible for any customs fees or import taxes.

