1708. Scarlet.—Use lac-dye instead of the preceding.


1709. Violet.—Dip in the tin mordant, and then immerse in a decoction of logwood.


1710. Yellow.—Impregnate with nitro-hydrochlorate of tin, and then digest with heat in a strained decoction of fustic.


1711. Second.—Steep for twenty-four hours in a strong solution of the neutral chromate of potash, and then plunge for some time in a boiling solution of acetate of lead.


1712. Third.—Boil the articles in a solution of alum—a pound to half a gallon—and then immerse for half an hour in the following mixture.