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What I used:– Basswood block set– Cheap wood carving set (similar to one pictured on right)– Stain made of vinegar with steel wool left to sit until it was black– Furniture wax– Jute string to attach to Christmas tree Related posts: Organic Black Walnut Dye (Brown Color)   Husking Black Walnuts to Make an Organic …

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  Husking Black Walnuts to Make an Organic Brown Dye for a Brain Tanned Leather Bag Robin was husking this second batch of blackened walnut hulls from their nutshells fairly quickly with a knife. The outer hulls will be simmered for a deep brown dye. This organic black walnut dye will be used on a  …

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