Dyers

Our Dyers

From the hands of our dedicated farmers, the fiber passes to our local dyers—and this is where another kind of magic happens. In those moments, the raw materials born from the land are transformed with color, care, and creativity. It’s here that the story deepens, as the work of many hands becomes something vibrant and uniquely our own.
Cher Smith

Cher Smith

Farmer, Knitter, Dyer, Fiber Artist

Robin Verson

Robin Verson

Farmer, Dyer

Azo dyes, which make up 60-80% of synthetic dyes used, are particularly harmful. They can release carcinogenic compounds into water systems.

Approximately 20% of global industrial water pollution is attributed to textile dyeing. Factories often discharge untreated wastewater containing harmful chemicals into rivers and streams.

The use of natural dyes allows workers to avoid exposure to harsh chemicals and avoid the severe health implications that working with such toxins over long periods can cause. This allows textile production to once again become a healthy community trade, providing local people with ethical jobs.

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Our commitment to the environment – keeping dyes out of our waters

Chemical dyes can leach toxic substances like heavy metals and synthetic chemicals into rivers and groundwater. This pollution endangers fish, wildlife, and the people who rely on clean water, making natural dye alternatives critical for a healthy watershed.

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