Dying Queen Anne's Lace

Queen Anne's Lace, also known as Wild Carrot, must have one of the longest blooming seasons of any flower in the blossoming world. It's a familiar summer sight, as the large, white blossom line the road sides and glow amidst the open meadows of the cow pasture. The best part about it, however, (aside from the fact that it makes great filler in bouquets when you're in a pinch for flowers) is that it can be dyed almost as easily as yarn, and with a lot less mess. I don't think there are many kids around here who haven't dyed Queen Anne's Lace at least once, it's sort of a country tradition. It's a summer pastime my neighbor showed me when I was about 5 years old. I've been doing it every summer since. Queen Anne's Lace can be dyed any color of the rainbow with a little food coloring and bit of patients. And no matter how many times a person tries this, it never gets old. It remains just as magical as it was the first time. So here is this week's project, a wreath made of rainbow colored Queen Anne's Lace.