After creating WEGANOOL™, it became clear that no fabric is truly sustainable unless it is dyed naturally. In the search for the perfect fit, FABORG was drawn into the rich and vibrant world of natural dyes.
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REVIVING THE KNOWLEDGE
Shankar, the founder of FABORG, was born into a 1000-year-old weaving community, steeped in rich tradition. However, as he grew up, he found himself surrounded by chemicals, and the knowledge of natural dyes was nowhere to be found.
At FABORG, we encourage everyone who wants to embrace sustainability to rediscover this lost art. Start your journey today with these books and dip your toes into the world of natural dyeing.
IT'S BEAUTIFUL, SCALABLE, AND THE ONLY WAY FORWARD!
IT’S BEAUTIFUL
Natural dyes carry a depth and richness that synthetic colors simply cannot replicate. Each hue is a reflection of the earth, shifting subtly with time, season, and environment—just like nature itself. Unlike uniform, mass-produced shades, natural dyes create fabrics with a living character, where no two pieces are exactly alike. This organic variation adds depth, warmth, and an authenticity that connects us to the origins of color. In choosing natural dyes, we embrace the beauty of imperfection and celebrate the artistry of nature.
IT’S SCALABLE
With sustainable fashion on the rise, now is the perfect time to tap into the growing green market. India’s rich natural resources offer endless shades, and its farmers and foraging communities can support the increasing demand for naturally dyed products.
By shifting from traditional bucket dyeing to mechanical dyeing, FABORG has not only boosted dyeing capacity but also drastically reduced water usage.
THE ONLY WAY FORWARD
Chemical dyeing may offer a cheap, bright, and durable range of colors, but its hidden costs are severe—leaving behind toxic sludge* and lifeless water. The industry is riddled with loopholes that allow harmful practices to continue unchecked. The only true solution is a 100% natural approach.
FABORG’s sustainable, circular system is redefining industry standards by following a simple yet powerful mantra: what comes from nature must return to it, untainted.
*Sludge: A thick, viscous mixture of liquid and solid waste, often a byproduct of industrial processes.
NATURAL DYEING THAT BENEFITS FARMERS
For the first time in history, there is no need for an effluent treatment plant in a commercially viable dyeing process!
Every drop of residue water from our dyeing process is repurposed to enrich AARKA, a natural pest repellent that supports farmers. Even the dyeing ingredients themselves, like Kaddukai—a medicinal plant known for its antimicrobial properties—bring additional benefits beyond color. Meanwhile, the solid residue is packed with nutrients, making it a valuable and affordable fertilizer.
This closed-loop system ensures that nothing goes to waste, turning byproducts into beneficial resources.
UNIFORMITY AND DURABILITY
Nothing in nature is permanent, and the beauty of natural dyes lies in their ability to fade gracefully over time. We have carefully chosen dyes with
a colour fastness rating of 3-5,
aligning with industry standards. By moving from traditional bucket dyeing to modernized techniques for panel dyeing, garment dyeing, and creating mélange fabrics, we not only scale up production but also achieve greater consistency and uniformity. This ensures a refined, high-quality finish while preserving the natural beauty of each shade.
DYEING TECHNIQUES
 HANK YARN |  MELANGE YARN |  PANELS |
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 GARMENTS |