Cochineal is a scale insect that feeds on a cactus in arid areas of mid and South America. lt is one of the most concentrated dyes, and will dye pink through to raspberry.
Adding cream of tartar shifts the colour to a lovely warm pink. Use distilled water for dyeing if you live in a hard water area..
Lac extract requires an extra step in order to develop the rich colour. Instructions included with your purchase.Dyes pink, crimson and burgundy. It is an affordable alternative to Cochineal.Use 3 % WOF citric acid and dissolve this in the dyebath with the Lac extract. Strain before using to remove ..