Jane’s Journal

Growing Dye Plants in Scotland: What Actually Works in my Heavy, Wet Soil

Six dye plants that thrive in heavy, wet, acidic soil in Scotland. What to grow, what colours you'll get, and practical advice from my garden near Loch Lomond.

1 week ago

Studio Exclusive: Dyeing with Hollyhock, true blues

Discover how black hollyhock flowers create stunning natural blue dyes - a simple alternative to indigo that works beautifully for small-scale projects. Easy growing and dyeing tips included.

7 months ago

When the garden tips into chaos

A gentle reflection on midsummer abundance, creative mess, and choosing joy in a garden that’s tipped into wild, beautiful chaos.

8 months ago

How to grow sweet peas from seed

How to grow sweet peas from seed in UK

3 years ago

My first nature table

5 years ago

Making a jam jar 'terrarium' of crocus

Make your own terrarium of crocus

6 years ago