Cyanotype Socks DIY Kit
Use the magic of the sun to create stunning botanical prints on socks using the historic cyanotype process. Perfect for beginners and makers of all ages, this kit teaches you how to harness light and chemistry to make art that’s wearable, repeatable, and endlessly creative.
In the accompanying DIY guide, you’ll learn the fascinating history of cyanotype, from 19th-century botanists to blueprint-making engineers; how to safely mix and apply cyanotype chemicals to your socks; step-by-step instructions for arranging botanicals and exposing your prints to sunlight; techniques for rinsing, developing, and drying your creations to reveal vibrant blue designs; sock care tips to maintain color vibrancy and extend the life of your prints, and ways to go beyond the kit with other fabrics, paper and wood.
Includes:
- Cyanotype chemicals
- A pair of socks
- Pressed flowers and leaves
- Clothespins, foam brush, wooden stir stick
- Plexiglass sheet and cardboard backing square
- Instructional guide
The Works Seattle offers a wide range of DIY Kits in crafting, food, and botanicals for folks to unwind, connect with others, and explore their creativity. Each box comes complete with materials, detailed instructions, and a carefully curated playlist to inspire your creativity.Â
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Cyanotype Socks DIY Kit
Use the magic of the sun to create stunning botanical prints on socks using the historic cyanotype process. Perfect for beginners and makers of all ages, this kit teaches you how to harness light and chemistry to make art that’s wearable, repeatable, and endlessly creative.
In the accompanying DIY guide, you’ll learn the fascinating history of cyanotype, from 19th-century botanists to blueprint-making engineers; how to safely mix and apply cyanotype chemicals to your socks; step-by-step instructions for arranging botanicals and exposing your prints to sunlight; techniques for rinsing, developing, and drying your creations to reveal vibrant blue designs; sock care tips to maintain color vibrancy and extend the life of your prints, and ways to go beyond the kit with other fabrics, paper and wood.
Includes:
- Cyanotype chemicals
- A pair of socks
- Pressed flowers and leaves
- Clothespins, foam brush, wooden stir stick
- Plexiglass sheet and cardboard backing square
- Instructional guide
The Works Seattle offers a wide range of DIY Kits in crafting, food, and botanicals for folks to unwind, connect with others, and explore their creativity. Each box comes complete with materials, detailed instructions, and a carefully curated playlist to inspire your creativity.Â
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Use the magic of the sun to create stunning botanical prints on socks using the historic cyanotype process. Perfect for beginners and makers of all ages, this kit teaches you how to harness light and chemistry to make art that’s wearable, repeatable, and endlessly creative.
In the accompanying DIY guide, you’ll learn the fascinating history of cyanotype, from 19th-century botanists to blueprint-making engineers; how to safely mix and apply cyanotype chemicals to your socks; step-by-step instructions for arranging botanicals and exposing your prints to sunlight; techniques for rinsing, developing, and drying your creations to reveal vibrant blue designs; sock care tips to maintain color vibrancy and extend the life of your prints, and ways to go beyond the kit with other fabrics, paper and wood.
Includes:
- Cyanotype chemicals
- A pair of socks
- Pressed flowers and leaves
- Clothespins, foam brush, wooden stir stick
- Plexiglass sheet and cardboard backing square
- Instructional guide
The Works Seattle offers a wide range of DIY Kits in crafting, food, and botanicals for folks to unwind, connect with others, and explore their creativity. Each box comes complete with materials, detailed instructions, and a carefully curated playlist to inspire your creativity.Â
