Scouring & Mordanting Kit for Yarn – Natural Dye Prep for Protein Fibres like Wool/Alpaca
Prepare your yarns for vibrant, long-lasting colour with our Scouring & Mordanting Kit, specially designed for protein fibres like wool and alpaca. Whether you're a first-time dyer or looking to refresh your skills, this all-in-one natural dye prep kit will help you get the best from your natural dyes.
What’s Inside:
Orvus Paste – a gentle, fibre-safe detergent for effective scouring of wool and protein yarns
Alum Potassium Sulphate (50g) – a reliable mordant to help colour bind beautifully to protein fibres
Cream of Tartar (30g) – improves wool softness and enhances dye clarity when paired with alum
Comprehensive Instruction Booklet – includes:
Step-by-step guidance for scouring and mordanting wool and yarn
Additional instructions for preparing silk, cotton, linen, and hemp – perfect if your dye journey expands beyond wool
This kit will prepare approximately 500g of fibre — perfect for small batch projects or prepping multiple skeins of yarn in one go.
Why You’ll Love It:
Created with care for small-batch and at-home dyers
Suitable for use with natural dyes, dye extracts, and plant-based colour
Clear, beginner-friendly instructions
Ideal for prepping yarns before immersion dyeing, bundle dyeing or shibori
Looking for more? You can also find Alum, Cream of Tartar, and other individual mordants available separately in our online shop
This kit is your essential companion for preparing protein yarn with intention and care — ensuring the cleanest base and strongest bond for rich, even, and lasting natural colour.
Prepare your yarns for vibrant, long-lasting colour with our Scouring & Mordanting Kit, specially designed for protein fibres like wool and alpaca. Whether you're a first-time dyer or looking to refresh your skills, this all-in-one natural dye prep kit will help you get the best from your natural dyes.
What’s Inside:
Orvus Paste – a gentle, fibre-safe detergent for effective scouring of wool and protein yarns
Alum Potassium Sulphate (50g) – a reliable mordant to help colour bind beautifully to protein fibres
Cream of Tartar (30g) – improves wool softness and enhances dye clarity when paired with alum
Comprehensive Instruction Booklet – includes:
Step-by-step guidance for scouring and mordanting wool and yarn
Additional instructions for preparing silk, cotton, linen, and hemp – perfect if your dye journey expands beyond wool
This kit will prepare approximately 500g of fibre — perfect for small batch projects or prepping multiple skeins of yarn in one go.
Why You’ll Love It:
Created with care for small-batch and at-home dyers
Suitable for use with natural dyes, dye extracts, and plant-based colour
Clear, beginner-friendly instructions
Ideal for prepping yarns before immersion dyeing, bundle dyeing or shibori
Looking for more? You can also find Alum, Cream of Tartar, and other individual mordants available separately in our online shop
This kit is your essential companion for preparing protein yarn with intention and care — ensuring the cleanest base and strongest bond for rich, even, and lasting natural colour.
Prepare your yarns for vibrant, long-lasting colour with our Scouring & Mordanting Kit, specially designed for protein fibres like wool and alpaca. Whether you're a first-time dyer or looking to refresh your skills, this all-in-one natural dye prep kit will help you get the best from your natural dyes.
What’s Inside:
Orvus Paste – a gentle, fibre-safe detergent for effective scouring of wool and protein yarns
Alum Potassium Sulphate (50g) – a reliable mordant to help colour bind beautifully to protein fibres
Cream of Tartar (30g) – improves wool softness and enhances dye clarity when paired with alum
Comprehensive Instruction Booklet – includes:
Step-by-step guidance for scouring and mordanting wool and yarn
Additional instructions for preparing silk, cotton, linen, and hemp – perfect if your dye journey expands beyond wool
This kit will prepare approximately 500g of fibre — perfect for small batch projects or prepping multiple skeins of yarn in one go.
Why You’ll Love It:
Created with care for small-batch and at-home dyers
Suitable for use with natural dyes, dye extracts, and plant-based colour
Clear, beginner-friendly instructions
Ideal for prepping yarns before immersion dyeing, bundle dyeing or shibori
Looking for more? You can also find Alum, Cream of Tartar, and other individual mordants available separately in our online shop
This kit is your essential companion for preparing protein yarn with intention and care — ensuring the cleanest base and strongest bond for rich, even, and lasting natural colour.
FAQs – Scouring & Mordanting Kit for Yarn
Q: Can I use this kit for more than just wool?
A: Yes! While this kit is designed for protein fibres like wool, alpaca, and mohair, our instruction booklet also includes guidance for silk.
Q: What’s the difference between scouring and mordanting?
A: Scouring cleans your yarn or fabric to remove oils and residues, allowing natural dyes to adhere better. Mordanting is the next step — using substances like alum to bind the dye to the fibre, helping achieve vibrant and long-lasting colour.
Q: Is this kit suitable for beginners?
A: Absolutely. The kit includes a clear, beginner-friendly instruction booklet that walks you through each step. No prior dyeing experience needed.
Q: Can I use this with other natural dye kits or dye extracts?
A: Yes! This kit is perfect for prepping yarns for immersion dyeing, bundle dyeing, or use with powdered natural dye extracts, fresh dye plants, or botanical dye kits.
Q: How much yarn will this kit prepare?
A: It depends on your fibre type and weight, but this kit typically supports the preparation of 400–600g of protein yarn or fabric, depending on mordanting ratios and batch size.
