In case you hadn’t noticed, I am in love with quills! I still love my swing flags, simple flags and voi too; but quills have become a bit of an addiction. You see of all the flags Dyed4you carries, quills are the easiest to pick up and use if you have never flagged before, but they also are wonderful if you’re very skilled with them. (View a quick comparison of our most popular flags) » more »
As you know, we anoint all our silks before they leave with oils from the Scent of Heaven, a sister ministry founded by a dear friend and spiritual mom. Many you have grown as attached to the oils as you have your silks and are saddened when the beautiful aroma of the oil has work off. » more »
You may not realize this, but I (Meghan) don’t write all the words that come with the silks. The Lord has taught me well this ministry is NOT about me, and so He reminds me by birthing words through Dyed4you intercessors and others the Lord has connected to D4Y. » more »
A long overdue how-to use swing flag(s) video! I cover both singles and pairs in this video. Also, I realized there were a few things I forgot to say in the video (there goes the brain fog again!). The weighted corner is called the “lead corner” and it needs to be pointing forward when you hold it (as you see me doing in the video, I just forgot to say it). » more »
Those of you who know me know I’m not a big fan of sewing, so I’m always happy to share the how-to info and you are welcome to simply special order the yardage from me (or use regular fabric if you want). » more »
I had an email last night from someone who had been very wounded and confused by experiences in a church that moved in the prophetic. This is not the first time someone has shared a story like this with me, nor will it likely be the last.
Regrettably, experiences like these are often what have chased people away from from all things prophetic – which is a bit like throwing out the baby with the bath water. What really needs to happen is that we need to learn how to properly receive a prophetic word – and often this isn’t something we’re taught, but rather something we learn over time (and through hurts). Hopefully, what I’ve shared below will help, even if they simply serve as a reminder for people who already function in these principles. 
Since what Dyed4you does is a bit unusual, it can be a little overwhelming for a first-time buyer – our apologies! Hopefully this how-to can help clarify, but if you still have questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. » more »
If you want to sew your own wing seam in our 45×108 semicircle how you want to do it depends on what type of dowel you will be using and what length; one with knobs (which won’t fit in the pocket) or without. » more »
Since all the videos I posted of Amanda with the wings (here’s one in case you missed it), there’s been lots of interest in the wings and so I thought some further information might be helpful
David showing Allen (and the rest of us) how do a three-beat weave with his Dyed4you flag poi.
Per request, this is a 5-part series on the basics of dancing with scarves. Each clip compares 2 scarves for a total of 10 scarves in 4 different fabrics (5mm and 8mm China Silk, Crepe, and Chiffon) and 9 different sizes (21×21, 11×60, 11×60 fringed, 44″ triangle fringed, 22×72, 22×90, 35×84, 55×108, and the 45×108 semicircle). » more »
This is a video demo of a 35×84 scarf with a wing seam added. Works great as a wing but is still light enough to dance with and wear
If you haven’t watched the single voi video, start there! The video below shares a simple move that can be used a number of different ways to get a nice effect when using a pair of voi.
Please understand I have not been using voi long and am particularly new at using a pair I’ve discovered my body does not like doing syncopated rhythms (which gives me problems in piano too!), but you can still make voi pretty without them as hopefully this video demonstrates! » more »
Below is a video of a few basics of working with voi (veiled poi). Here I’m using a single voi (in the standard 35×84 size).
Please understand, I am NOT a voi expert! I’ve been using these only for a few months – so this can get you started, but for more advanced moves you’ll have to go elsewhere or ask Holy Spirit (the teacher of all things) to show you! » more »
The video below gives some basics on how to work with a full-sized Dyed4you wing. Here I’m using a 45×108 semicircle in 8mm china silk with a wing seam added. It uses a 48″ dowel, which can be purchased from someplace like Home Depot. » more »
The video below gives some basics on how to work with a Dyed4you wing – just some simple moves that create a beautiful effect! Here I’m using a custom-sized 5mm china silk wing, which uses a 36″ dowel (which can be ordered by getting a semicircle of either weight and adding an altered wing seam). » more »
After poking many holes in the tops of my flags, I came up with a method that has worked very well in protecting the silk and helps the flag be more usable. I’ve done a series of images to show how-to do it, it’s not hard at all but it’s just easier to show you than it is to describe in email (as I’ve done for several of you before). » more »
Below is a how-to for creating a simple streamer rod. If you prefer (or if you have trouble with the wooden ones breaking), you can buy fiberglass ones online (or on Amazon -it’s eligible for supersaver shipping).
Streamers can be made from the 11×60 or 14×72 scarves; we also do custom sizes that are longer, but be aware they have serged edges which will fray with use – though when in motion you will not be aware of it
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