Natural Dyes & The Meaning Behind Them
Here at Inspired Homemaker, I use natural dyes to color my wooded beads. Each bead is stripped of all tannins and then soaked in a mixture of moon water and natural color. Here are some of the items I use to do this and the magical meaning behind them. They are all for sale in the shop here on the blog – sold as a set of 3 crafted into a keychain.
The Magical Energies
Coffee
Coffee grounds are boiled with moon water and used as a natural brown dye. The ruling planet is Mars and the element is Fire. The main energies that come from coffee are a conscious mind and physical energy.
Here are some traditional magical energies of coffee:
- Cleanse negativity
- Rid negative energy
- Incite creativity
- Ward off disease and depression
- Dispels nightmares
- Encourages hard work
- Heightens focus, intent, and reflection
- Visualization
Raspberry
Raspberries are cooked with moon water and crushed to release a beautiful red color. The ruling planet is Venus and the element is Water. Matters of the heart can be strengthened with raspberries.
Here are some of the magical energies of raspberries:
- Love
- Protection – the branches hung on doors and windows
- Happiness
- Kindness
- Nourishment
- Fertility
- Children
- Pregnancy – the leaves are carried to lessen pains associated with childbirth
Blueberry
Blueberries are cooked with moon water and mashed to release a bluish-purple color. The ruling planet is the Moon and the element is Water. The main theme with blueberries is protection.
Here are some magical energies of blueberries:
- Mother’s protection (especially if you are with child)
- Calmness and Peace
- Improved memory
- Placed near a doorway keeps undesirables away
- Eaten- protects against psychic attack
Marigold
Marigolds are soaked and steeped in hot moon water for at least a day to make a dark yellow/orange color. The ruling planet is the sun and the element is Fire. Marigolds have many positive attributes including being a natural barometer. They will close up tight when rain is due.
Here are some magical energies of marigolds:
- Positive Energy
- Symbolize resurrection
- Purity
- Protection
- Psychic powers
- Legal matters
- Prophetic dreams
- Attract the souls of the dead
- If marigolds are picked at noon in full sun they can comfort the heart.
Turmeric
Turmeric is mixed with moon water and used to color a bright yellow. The ruling planet is Mercury and the element is Air. Turmeric is perfect for purifying your space. Carry with you to cleanse the energy.
Here are some magical energies of turmeric:
- Purification – brings light to personal energy
- Strength
- Vitality/ stamina
- Healing
- Ward off evil spirits
- Personal power
Avocado
Avocado pits are boiled and steeped for days producing a beautiful pink/blush color. The ruling planet is Venus and the element is Earth. Avocados are the essence of love and beauty.
Here are some magical energies of avocados:
- Love
- Allure
- Promote beauty – when eaten or carried
- Luck
- Lust – when eaten
- Aphrodisiac
Red Cabbage
Red cabbage is boiled with moon water to create a natural dye that is purplish-blue. The ruling planet is the Moon and the element is Water. Cabbage is known for luck especially if eaten on New Year’s day.
Here are some magical energies of red cabbage:
- Prosperity
- Money
- Luck
- Protection
- Moon magic
- Planted in the garden to bestow blessings on a marriage
Wrapping Up Natural Dyes & The Meaning Behind Them
This is an active page, added to as other natural items are used to produce beautiful and natural dyes. Feel free to message me if you have any further questions about any of these wonderful elements. Check out my shop on Inspired Homemaker to see some of the wooden beads I have dyed.
And you can find me at: (West Michigan)
- Kentwood Farmers Market (June-August) on Thursday evening from 4:30-7 pm
- Caledonia Farmers Market (May-October) on Saturday mornings from 9 am-1 pm
Thanks for being a part of this journey.
-Sarah