Fashion & Teaching portfolio
A creative project using natural dye
2015 Summer Research Partnership Grant, Meredith College, Raleigh, NC
Avonee Simmons, '17
DeNancy Brown, '17
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The research focused on exploring the sustainable practice of natural dyes while incorporating traditional Korean costume in creative project. Seven natural dye substances were chosen and a formula to create a dye solution were reviewed through literatures. Cu, Fe, and Alum mordants were used for each dye on cotton and raw silk. As a result, the color saturation of intended hues varied with the types of mordant used with each dye substances. Two apparel ensembles were created with naturally dyed cottons. The garments showcase the silhouette inspired by Korean costume Hanbok, and construction techniques of traditional patchwork Jogakbo.