Scissor Iron 13cm

The American black walnut (Juglans nigra) has a very high tannin content and was already used by some Native American tribes to dye leather, bones and the like.
In contrast to the native walnut, the tannin content is approx. 40% higher, so it is well to use for darker shades.
The unbroken shells are hard as stone and are very difficult to crack.
Also good for dyeing on linen, cotton or hemp fibres.

Most people know turmeric root (Curcuma longa) as a spice.
But it is also a very old asian dyers plant.
We recommend to use chopped one and not powder for less stains.
The colour curcumin is traditional used to dye plantfibers and paper, it works fine on proteinfiber as well but anyhow, it is not really lightproof.
Not suitable for consumption.