My dye kitchen needed some vintage containers, since I have an old sink and reproduction faucet. I love the 50’s look and want to carry it through. So when I was looking for a container for the citric acid, I had just the container for the job.
Instead of baking powder in this Clabber Girl tin, I fill it with my fixative. I keep a small measuring cup inside so that I can grab the handle with my dye gloves on.
I do go through quite a bit of citric acid these days. Many years ago I switched over to citric acid instead of using vinegar in the dye process. It is less smelly and more convenient to use. I bought mine in bulk many years ago from somewhere online. I suppose if you are interested in using citric acid, a local wine or beer making store usually carries it.
I want more shelves over the stove, and am considering putting some of my dye mixtures in mason jars. That would be colorful and fun.
All for now! ~ Karen
primitivespirit 
You seem to have “endless” ideas. 🙂
Thanks for sharing them – I love the idea of the dyes in mason jars.
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thank you for commenting peggy. the ideas are all in the fun!
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In the UK Karen, citric acid isn’t so easily obtainable because it is used in drugs, apparently!. I buy it from an Indian shop and even then it is over the counter and not on the shelves.
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that is strange! i have wondered that if i packed a bag of it in my suitcase what the airlines would make of it!
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I love the journalling tags. Sure beats using masking tape with numbers. Thanks
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yes, masking tape needs a break! it is nice to create beauty everywhere, even with record keeping!
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What a perfect old tin! Love how you repurpose ~ art and beauty everywhere!
rebecca
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