Solar Dye Your Own Yarn with Michelle Salyers and Linda Williams - Happy Time Craftcast 19

Hi Crafty Friends!!I’m thrilled to welcome Michelle Salyers and Linda Williams, the dynamic duo behind Color Me Happy Fiber Arts, to this episode of the Happy Time Craftcast.With over 25 years of partnership, these talented women have transformed their love for fiber arts into a colorful, natural dyeing adventure. 🌟 In this Episode:The art of solar dyeing with natural materialsTips and tricks for achieving vibrant, eco-friendly colorsThe health benefits of creative and mindful crafting🌟 About the GuestLinda and Michelle have worked together for 25 years, initially as professors in an academic medical center and now as natural dyers in a fiber arts studio. Michelle has been knitting since childhood and recently added weaving and spinning to her skills. Linda, who began with sewing and cross-stitch, found knitting 25 years ago. During the pandemic, they started a venture combining their love of fiber, nature, and research. They believe in the positive impact of color and creativity on mental and physical health and the grounding effects of using natural materials.Visit their website, Color Me Happy Fiber Arts, for more information, exclusive discounts, and updates on their latest projects. Don't forget to follow them on social media for daily inspiration:InstagramFacebookYouTube🌟 Highlights of the Episode:0:01 - Guest Introductions3:00 - Friendship and Crafting Origins4:53 - Pandemic and Natural Dyeing9:04 - Natural Dyeing Process14:58 - Creativity and Dyeing Techniques16:10 - Crafting Environment22:50 - Engagement with Nature23:18 - Solar Dyeing Project36:58 - Current Projects and Tools40:52 - Personal Insights58:29 - Business and Crafting Philosophy1:01:39 - Conclusion and Next Episode Tease📌 Learn More About Big Raven Farm Retreats#FiberArts #NaturalDyeing #Crafting #HappyTimeCraftcast #ColorMeHappyFiberArts #SolarDyeing #EcoFriendlyCraftsLove "Happy Time Craftcast"? 👉Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and leave a review to help others discover our crafty community 👉Stay tuned for more Happy Time Craftcast with Joleen Emery. Subscribe now!👉FOLLOW  ME ON TIKTOK | FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM 👉SIGN UP FOR THE ART KIT OF THE MONTH CLUB