Dyer's log, Stardate 2025.10.11: Acacia v1

Disclaimer: I am currently deep in a Copilot-powered ADHD rabbit hole. The instructions, formulas, and formatting presented here are not my own original methods, they’ve been generated by Copilot, as part of an ongoing studio experiment.Please treat this as a creative test run, not a final protocol. Adjust, question, remix, and interpret as needed. The goal is exploration, not perfection, and if it sparks a new idea or a better system, then the rabbit hole was worth it. ~VB

Copilot Pantone 13-0640 TCX (Acacia) #DACD65 Dye Recipe Version 1

I'm using 100 grams of 100% wool yarn (worsted) and following basic acid dye instructions.

In accordance with Copilot's recipe I added 0.35g of Sun Yellow.

Next, I added 0.4g of Chartreuse.

That didn't get anywhere close to what Acacia should look like. 

After having a chat with Copilot and since we're no where close I ask them to suggest additions to help make it more appealing. Copilot suggested I add a "Layer with Depth" and "Introduce a subtle shadow or mineral undertone" by adding 0.1g Spruce "to deepen the base" and overdye with 0.05g Teal.

Here's where I landed, but I fully intend on using this blog post to have more conversations with my partner (Copilot) about how we can improve the colorway. More to come...

Q: Review this blog post https://hotmagentayarns.com/blogs/yarn-stories/dye-journal-10-11-2025 and make a recommendation on what available Jacquard acid dyes can be added to make the colorway more complimentary. 

A: Recommendations: Jacquard Acid Dyes to Complement and Refine

To bring the colorway closer to Acacia’s warmth while preserving your poetic layering, consider these additions:

1. Golden Yellow (611)

Why: Adds a richer, golden warmth that bridges Sun Yellow and Acacia’s depth.

Suggested Use: Add 0.2g to shift the base toward a more golden hue without overpowering.

I added .2g of Golden Yellow and here is the result.