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Post by pickinduck on Aug 16, 2015 20:19:32 GMT -6
Here we go, I actually found a webpage that lists queen ann's lace as a dye. Just scroll down. It's under 'Shades of BLUE- PURPLE'. Making Natural Dyes from PlantsIt is also listed under yellow. Some plants you can get several colors from. For the blue-purple dye I wish it would say how many of those tiny flowers you would need. |
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 16, 2015 21:07:24 GMT -6
I have been looking at headlamps because that's what I'm thinking of getting next. I want the most lumens for the longest run time that is the least in weight and expense. It's a balancing act.
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Post by sherlew99 on Aug 17, 2015 9:34:35 GMT -6
Here we go, I actually found a webpage that lists queen ann's lace as a dye. Just scroll down. It's under 'Shades of BLUE- PURPLE'. Making Natural Dyes from PlantsIt is also listed under yellow. Some plants you can get several colors from. For the blue-purple dye I wish it would say how many of those tiny flowers you would need. Yes, that would be helpful. Good catch on it used as a yellow dye, too. |
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Post by sherlew99 on Aug 17, 2015 9:37:36 GMT -6
I have been looking at headlamps because that's what I'm thinking of getting next. I want the most lumens for the longest run time that is the least in weight and expense. It's a balancing act. Yes, and a good headlamp is so handy after dark. The first time I saw one was at a friend's BBQ where the cooking went on after dark. |
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Post by sherlew99 on Aug 17, 2015 9:40:50 GMT -6
That's a really good close up of it but no story. The stories I've heard had to do with the making of purple dye in the days of old. I think it to be a confabulation marketing scheme. I think what happened with this link is that I was going to use a different link, changed my mind, and neglected to change the text to match. |
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 17, 2015 14:57:54 GMT -6
I stopped at Gander Mountain today and got one of those fleece blankets that has a zipper that goes around it to turn it into a sleeping bag. Now I am better set for testing my different sleeping pads.
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 17, 2015 15:03:49 GMT -6
This is the head lamp on the top of my list right now. www.campmor.com/Product___85799For just in your tent or tarp or around camp probably any headlamp will do but if you are hiking a major trail you would want and need one for night hiking. |
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Post by sherlew99 on Aug 17, 2015 17:27:11 GMT -6
Looks like a good one.  |
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 17, 2015 19:24:40 GMT -6
 I have 4 different sleeping pads to test. I guess I'll start with this one. I bought it years ago at Walmart. It's an OZARK TRAIL Lightweight Camping Pad. It is 1/2 inch thick and measures 20 inch x 72 inch. |
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 18, 2015 5:39:00 GMT -6
 This was my bed until 5:10am this morning. You can just see the blue sleeping. I also tried out that sleeping bag liner. It got bad reviews on campmor's website but it worked OK last night. |
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Post by sherlew99 on Aug 18, 2015 10:25:13 GMT -6
Repeated usage might show up some problems, though.
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 18, 2015 19:00:01 GMT -6
I was going to post a link to show it but Campmor doesn't have it now. Its A MUMMYLINER made by DESIGN SALT out of NON-WOVEN NYLON. It says on it that it's machine washable, breathable, and durable.
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 18, 2015 19:13:02 GMT -6
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Post by sherlew99 on Aug 18, 2015 20:30:35 GMT -6
Hmm interesting. Also, must say that I've never heard of or seen these before.
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Post by pickinduck on Aug 19, 2015 5:55:52 GMT -6
Do you mean sleeping bag liners?
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