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Fall 2026 Natural Dye Commission
Fall 2026 Natural Dye Commission
Book your Fall 2026 natural dye commission.
Book your custom natural dye commission for Fall 2026. I am accepting 10 commissions for the August + September dye season, including 2 bespoke slots for larger textile projects.
Requests received by mid-August will receive first consideration for this season. After checkout, I wll follow up to confirm your piece, color direction, and timeline.
Pieces will be shipped once complete during the Fall 2026 commission season.
How it works:
- Place your order to secure one of 10 spots.
- I will follow up by email to confirm your garment, color, and timeline
- Dyeing takes August and Septmeber and pieces ship by the end of both months.
Materials:
- Natural fibers only (cotton, linen, hemp, silk, wool.
- Pre-wash garments before shipping.
- Synthetic blends may dye unpredictably (please ask if you are unsure)
Optional Support (please include in your notes with purchase):
- Color guidance: Free email support included. Optional 20 minute virtual.
- In person consultation available at an additional cost, please inquire
- Seasonal Surprise Dye Bath included
- Express turnaround: 2 week dye + shipping timeline when available (+$50)
Care Instructions:
- Wash cold, gentle cycle, mild soap
- Air dry out of direct sunlight.
- Colors may deepen or soften naturally over time
Choose Your Colors
I currently offer 4 seasonal palettes as inspiration and a starting point:
- Earth Tones, Nudes, Browns (browns, nudes, grays)
- Warm peach neutrals + speckled pinks (peachy - light orange hues
- Warm Bronze + Yellows (golden, sunny hues)
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Pinks, Reds + Purples (soft and vibrant fuchsia/deep purple/red tone
Please indicate your preferred palette or any custom color ideas in the “Special Instructions for Seller” notes box at checkout.
Please note: blue & green are not part of my usual pallete, however I am open to integrating some blue if your piece needs it. Each piece is unique and natural color variation depends on the seasons plant produce among other factors.
Shipping
- Clients cover shipping costs and or drop off in Rogers Park, Chicago.
- International clients: please inquire for rates and timeline
Notes
- Each dye bath is unique; natural variations are part of the process
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Offering is open through September end or until 10 slots are full
Thank you for trusting me with your pieces. I look forward to co-creating something unique with you through the seasonal colors of plants.
Pricing Tiers & Variants
Variant 1: Item Type / Size
- Small Items. E.g: bandanas, tea towels, lightweight small tops
- Medium Items. E.g: T-shirts, Medium hoodies, pillowcases, table runners
- Large Items. E.g: dresses, jackets, large hoodies, heavier fabrics
- Bespoke / Multi-Piece. E.g: bedsheets, curtains, evening gowns, tuxedo's, fabric, multiple items or experimental work
Variant 2: Dye Complexity
- Single Color: One color from the palette
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Layered Color: Two or more colors, gradient, or pattern effects.
Still have questions? Check out our FAQ's here.
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Materials
Materials
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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.

***What Customers are saying***
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"Abena made me a beautiful blazer out of an old piece I had laying around the house for years. She brought it back to life. It is the most unique piece of clothing I own now. Thank you." Hristina P
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