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Zakuro (Pomegranate fruit rinds)

Zakuro (Pomegranate fruit rinds)

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Amount used
The same weight as the fabric

Summary
The pomegranate is a deciduous tree native to Iran and called "Zakuro" in Japan. Both the flowers and fruits are beautiful, and the fruits are edible. The rind of the fruit is rich in tannin, which was used for dyeing and tanning. In Iran, it is used to dye Persian carpets.

Dyeing method
Boil it in hot water for 15 minutes.
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