--- product_id: 276460054 title: "Cochineal Natural Dye, 1 oz." brand: "shepherd textiles" price: "23924CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Shepherd Textiles" url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/276460054-cochineal-natural-dye-1-oz store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # 100% natural Peruvian cochineal Vibrant fuchsias & crimsons Dyes 1 lb yarn deeply Cochineal Natural Dye, 1 oz. **Brand:** shepherd textiles **Price:** 23924CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔥 Unleash bold reds that make your craft stand out! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cochineal Natural Dye, 1 oz. by shepherd textiles - **How much does it cost?** 23924CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/276460054-cochineal-natural-dye-1-oz) ## Best For - shepherd textiles enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted shepherd textiles brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Intense Color Power:** One ounce delivers rich, lasting reds for up to a pound of yarn. - • **Pure & Natural Origin:** Sourced from top-grade Peruvian cochineal for authentic, eco-friendly dyeing. - • **Trusted Artisan Choice:** Rated 4.8 stars by creatives who demand true, classic cochineal quality. - • **Concentrated & Efficient:** Highly potent dye ensures vibrant hues with minimal product use. - • **Versatile Fabric Compatibility:** Perfect for cotton, silk, and wool—elevate all your textile projects. ## Overview Shepherd Textiles’ 1 oz. Cochineal Natural Dye offers a premium, all-natural source of vibrant reds and pinks, capable of dyeing a full pound of yarn with deep, lasting color. Ideal for cotton, silk, and wool, this concentrated Peruvian cochineal dye is a favorite among artisans seeking authentic, eco-conscious textile coloring. ## Description Product description Shepherd Textiles Peruvian Cochineal All-Natural Cochineal Cochineal is the most brilliant and color-fast of the natural red dyes. Shepherd Textiles Natural Cochineal Dye is a top-grade Peruvian cochineal chosen for its high carminic acid content (24% by weight, vs. 17% in standard grades of cochineal). It produces vivid reds, purples, and pinks on all natural fibers, including wool, cotton, alpaca, and silk. Farm Direct We source our cochineal direct from a farm in the high desert outside of Arequipa. The cochineal are grown and harvested from prickly-pear cactuses without the use of any pesticides or chemical fertilizers. Because of the regular alternation between hot days and cold nights, cochineal grown in the high desert naturally produce more carminic acid. Intense Reds, Pinks, and Purples Cochineal produces a stunning range of colors, ranging from soft magentas and pinks to intense crimson and scarlet. Different mordants and modifiers will shift the color of the dyebath. Alum mordant will yield a deep reddish purple. Adding cream of tartar to the dyebath will shift it toward cherry red. True crimson, the brightest and most vivid red achievable with natural dyes, can be produced with a tin mordant and cream of tartar. One Ounce Dyes a Pound A little goes a long way! Just 5% weight-of-fabric (WOF) is enough to achieve deep, intense colors. Every ounce of Shepherd Textiles Cochineal will dye a pound of fabric to deep red or purple. For softer colors, an ounce will dye two or three pounds of fiber to pink or magenta. Available in Three Sizes Our all-natural Peruvian cochineal is sold in three sizes. A one-ounce jar is perfect for small projects, while the one-pound jar is great for fiber artists, schools, and textile studios. The more you buy, the more you save. Basic Dyeing Instructions Grind into Powder Grind the whole cochineal into powder. The easiest way is to use a mortar and pestle that is only for dyestuffs, and not for food. Another is to put it in a heavy-duty zip plastic bag and gently crush it with a rolling pin. It doesn't have to be ground all the way to dust; when it is about as fine as beach sand, it is ready for dyeing. For the remaining steps, wear gloves, old clothes, and only use utensils designated for dyeing. Once the cochineal gets wet, anything it touches that is not made of metal or glass may end up permanently dyed red. Simmer to Make a Dyebath Put the ground cochineal in your dye pot and pour a few liters of boiling water over it*. Add cream of tartar now, if using. Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours at about 180F. If the water starts to boil over, turn down the heat. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to cool to room temperature. Let sit overnight if time permits. Strain cooled solution through a coffee filter and discard ground cochineal. Don't leave any grains of cochineal in the dyebath, or they will stick in your fabric. *You can also put the ground cochineal into tea bags: this is our preferred method. Tie them off, and simmer as above. This will save you the step of having to filter the dye bath. Remove tea bags when adding fiber. Add Fiber and Gently Heat Add your pre-soaked, pre-mordanted fabric to the dyebath*. Both fabric and dyebath should be room temperature. Slowly raise the temperature to about 180F. Cover and simmer 60 to 90 minutes, keeping an eye on the temperature. Stir occasionally to make sure the fiber is dyeing evenly. Be careful not to agitate wool too much, otherwise it may felt. *Mordants will make your color more light-fast, and will make it possible to achieve a greater variety of shades. However, if you prefer to go 100% natural, they are not necessary. The skein above is merino wool dyed without any mordants or modifiers. Steep Overnight, Rinse, and Dry After the fiber has simmered for 1.5 to 2 hours, remove the dye pot from heat. Keep covered, and leave the fibers in the dye pot to steep overnight. The next day, remove the fiber. Gently squeeze out liquid. Rinse in lukewarm water a few times, squeezing water out until it runs clear: a few drops of PH-neutral dish soap may help. Hang up to dry. Review: Beautiful Red - Brightest most beautiful red natural dye I’ve ever seen. I’ll be using this for my natural lip stains and lip sticks- I’ll be selling them soon Review: This is the Real Stuff! - What a beautiful dye - gorgeous color, highly concentrated - classic true cochineal! ## Features - One ounce of natural, top-grade Peruvian cochineal. - Produces a stunning range of fuchsias, scarlets, and crimsons. - One ounce will dye a pound of yarn to a deep, intense red. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08P9MQDRC | | Best Sellers Rank | #79,906 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #245 in Fabric Dyes | | Brand | Shepherd Textiles | | Brand Name | Shepherd Textiles | | Color | Magenta,Red,Pink | | Compatible Material | Cotton, Silk, Wool | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 88 Reviews | | Item Form | whole, dried | | Item Weight | 1 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Shepherd Textiles | | Manufacturer Part Number | ST-COCH-1OZ | | Model Number | ST-COCH-1OZ | | Number of Items | 1 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Fluid Ounces | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Shepherd Textiles - **Color:** Magenta,Red,Pink - **Compatible Material:** Cotton, Silk, Wool - **Item Form:** whole, dried - **Item Weight:** 1 Ounces ## Images ![Cochineal Natural Dye, 1 oz. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81iNi7HAKQL.jpg) ![Cochineal Natural Dye, 1 oz. - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EHytch9ML.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful Red *by J***N on May 15, 2026* Brightest most beautiful red natural dye I’ve ever seen. I’ll be using this for my natural lip stains and lip sticks- I’ll be selling them soon ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is the Real Stuff! *by A***R on November 8, 2025* What a beautiful dye - gorgeous color, highly concentrated - classic true cochineal! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful color *by S***M on December 27, 2024* Clean, quality cochineal. Made a beautiful dye for my daughter’s “natural dyes” school project. ## Frequently Bought Together - Shepherd Textiles Cochineal Natural Dye, 1 oz. - Shepherd Textiles Indigo Extract Natural Dye, 1 oz. - Shepherd Textiles Cochineal Extract Natural Dye, 1 oz. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/276460054-cochineal-natural-dye-1-oz](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/276460054-cochineal-natural-dye-1-oz) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-06-01*