Marigold (Tagates patula) creates a warm yellow dye and can shift to grey/green when iron is added as a mordant. These flowers were organically grown on my farm in Maryland. They were harvested in Fall 2024.

Each pack includes 50 grams of marigolds, which will dye between 50-300 grams of fiber (around 3 cotton bandanas to 2 jersey t-shirts). Use more marigolds to intensify the depth of color.

To immersion dye or tie-dye with marigold flowers: Simply steep the flowers in hot water, just before a boil, for about 30 minutes. Strain off the flowers and dye your fabric for about another 30 minutes to 1 hour.

To bundle dye with marigolds: Sprinkle the flower petals all over your fabric and roll it up over itself. Steam the flower pigment into your fabric on a stovetop for about 15 minutes.