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How Oak Galls Assist Mordants for Natural Dyes

Posted by Rose on 7th May 2026

Natural dyeing ingredients and processes vary in different parts of the world There are many different approaches to natural dyeing, including the use of locally sourced materials as natural dye morda … read more

Embrace Autumn with Unique Ecoprinted Scarves

Posted by Rose on 29th Oct 2025

Discover the beauty of nature-inspired designs in our Ecoprints Collection Ecoprinting is a natural dyeing technique that transfers the shapes and patterns of real leaves and flowers directly onto fab … read more

Exploring Creativity and Nature's Imperfections

Posted by Rose on 3rd Apr 2025

Spring is probably the prettiest season here in SW Oregon. Everything is lush and green and there's water in the creeks. The trees are filling out slowly with softly colored buds heralding soon-t … read more

Discover Sympatico’s enchanting line of handmade scarves

Posted by Rose on 5th Sep 2024

The Sympatico collection of handmade scarves is made at my studio in Oregon, USA. (I also sometimes offer handmade scarves from destinations where I’ve traveled.) I love to experiment and get ha … read more

Ch…ch… ch… changes afoot at Sympatico In this new year I’m making changes in how I work.

Posted by Rose on 24th Jan 2024

Have you made New Year’s resolutions? If you have, I hope they’re working out well for you. I am in the midst of a resolution to change a few things about how I work. I’ve decided that I need more … read more

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I blog about sustainable fashion, earth-friendly fibers like hemp and Tencel, capsule wardrobes, travel wear, and related subjects.