Geometric Braiding: from Dyeing to the Final Product
Chemical dyeing
A course by Julio de Paiva , Textile Artist
About the video: Chemical dyeing
Overview
“In this class, I will teach you how to dye your fibers using the method most widely used today, with industrialized chemical dyes. The idea is to show another technique, thus increasing your range of opportunities.”
In this video lesson Julio de Paiva addresses the topic: Chemical dyeing, which is part of the Domestika online course: Geometric Braiding: from Dyeing to the Final Product. Learn the art of geometric braiding, including tips on dyeing materials and weaving techniques, to create something truly unique. .
Partial transcription of the video
“Now that you've learned the technique of natural dyeing, I will teach you how to dye with industrialized dyes. Synthetic pigments were not very common in the world until about the 19th century, when, after the Industrial Revolution, various colorants began to be produced based on pigments that had a natural effect. What is natural pigment? It is a colorant that is a type of pigment that is produced with colorants based on chemical elements mixed in the laboratory. And these colorants have been widely used since then, until they dominated the market and revolutionized the text industry. For ...”
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Course summary for: Geometric Braiding: from Dyeing to the Final Product
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Category
Craft -
Areas
Accessory Design, Decoration, DIY, Fiber Arts, Textile Design, Textile Dyeing, Weaving

Julio de Paiva
A course by Julio de Paiva
Julio de Paiva, a talented artisan and textile artist with a colorful aesthetic. Despite being an architect by profession, he always felt the need to explore his inner world and found fabrics to be the perfect way to express himself.
His fascination with intertwining and his experience as a landscaper led him to discover the magic of natural dyes made from plants, adding an artisanal and sustainable touch to his creations. Julio shares his passion for textile art and invites you to explore new forms of expression that awaken memories and sensations.
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