Knitting vs Natural dyeing
Knitting and natural dyeing have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | Knitting | Natural dyeing |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 2 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | $25 | $30 |
Choose knitting if
- More rhythmic and repetitive
- Nothing alive to look after
About $25 to start, then about $10 a month.
Choose natural dyeing if
- Less repetitive
- Looking after living things
About $30 to start, then about $10 a month.
What you'll need
- Knitting: About $25 to start, then about $10 a month. Full cost breakdown
- Natural dyeing: Stainless Steel Pots, Heat Source, Metal or Heat-Resistant Tongs, Fiber Preparation Containers, Stirring Utensils Full cost breakdown