- 1. A Little History On How The Blue-Haired Old Lady Trope Came To Be
- (Feminism)
- ... each other out. In fact, gray-haired and white-haired women already knew that adding a drop of bluing or indigo to a shampoo’s final rinse “whitens the hair just as it would white goods, but too much gives ...
- Created on 05 April 2022
- 2. These Victorian Blues Were Guaranteed To Brighten Up Any 19th Century Room
- (Style)
- ... than natural blue dyes like indigo. GOWNS In his 1870 book Color in Dress, author George Audsley describes blue as “a cold and retiring color…symbolical of divinity, intelligence, sincerity, ...
- Created on 02 October 2019
- 3. Dye A Scarf Using Real Flowers With This Bundle Dyeing DIY
- (DIY)
- ... and view your beautiful dyed silk scarf (H)! By Molly George Photographed by Ashley Batz Hair and makeup: Karla Hirkaler, using Glossier and Amika Model: Chloe Mills at Red More from BUST Love Indigo? ...
- Created on 16 May 2018
- 4. 11 Accessories To Complete your Style
- (Style)
- As a feminist, shopping can be a real challenge. Some companies have manufacturing processes that exploit women and the environment, and it can be hard to find designs that reflect your values. However, ...
- Created on 11 October 2017
- 5. Victorian Ladies Lived In Shades Of Blue
- (Style)
- ... than natural blue dyes like indigo. Gowns 1865 French Evening Ensemble. (Cincinnati Art Museum) In his 1870 book Color in Dress, author George Audsley describes blue as “a cold and retiring color...symbolical ...
- Created on 09 August 2017
- 6. 7 Delightful Decor Gifts For Home Girls
- (Living)
- ... matches, a cute cat-shaped bird feeder, and sheets — embroidered in gold featuring the phases of the moon. This Indigo & Shibori kit provides everything DIY-decorators need to trick out their textiles ...
- Created on 05 December 2016
- 7. This Japanese Denim Repair Technique Will Make Your Jeans Look Cooler Than Ever
- (DIY)
- ... the working class in the 18th century as a way to fix holes in apparel and home textiles. Back then, indigo was the most inexpensive textile dye, so it was most common among the poorer classes—farmers, ...
- Created on 01 August 2016
- 8. 9 Extreme Hair Trends To Dye For
- (Style)
- ... 8. Across The Universe The jewel-toned counterpart to "fairy hair," galaxy hair takes it to the Dark Side. Galaxy hair is typically comprised of a purple base shade, offset by rich blues, indigos, ...
- Created on 09 April 2016
- 9. 7 DIY Gifts Its Not Too Late To Make
- (DIY)
- ... knees! AND they're super easy to make. If you're trying to get down with your pre-school self, get messy and gift these bad boys! 6. Indigo Dinner Napkins You trying to feel civillized? Shit, ...
- Created on 10 December 2015
- 10. Love Indigo? This DIY Dye Project Will Spice Up Any Holiday Table
- (DIY)
- ... stitching, plucking, and plaiting; then it’s dipped into indigo dye. You can use any piece of fabric with this technique, but we’ll show you how to create your own shibori table runner and napkins. Supplies ...
- Created on 24 December 2014
- 11. Here Are Your New Favorite Undies. Meet The Great Folks Behind 'Em
- (General)
- Artists Rachel Blodgett and Julian Farmar-Bowers share a deep appreciation for quality handmade items, which is a passion that fuels their unique brand, Serpent & Bow. Together, they lovingly produce Indigo, ...
- Created on 29 April 2014
