Two Book Reflections

I’ve been experimenting with natural stains for wood. Many woodworking products are toxic.  My first level has been with copper, pickled beets brine and coffee.

This did give a good flat color, which allowed the varied wood to show through. However, nature is varied. Leaves have streaks and spots. So I’m trying a second richer level.

Martha Stewart published some articles on natural stains and ink. I took turmeric and beet powder which came from our food coop and added salt, vinegar and boiling water. The coop was out of spinach, so I am trying parsley, blended until fine with salt and vinegar.

My plan is to use a small chip brush to paint and flick these colors on as a second level of color.