Set a steam iron to the hottest setting recommended by the fabric manufacturer and press the fabric all over. The heat and steam will further help to set the indigo dye.
Set Fabric Aside Place dyed fabric on a clean surface protected from the dyeing area. Add More Dye To create the next intensity of dye, pour about 1/3 cup of the dye concentrate into the dye tub and stir. Dip Fabric Again Dip fabric to desired point (we suggest several inches below yo...
Embellish Me: How To Print, Dye, and Decorate Your Fabric.A review of the book "Embellish Me: How To Print, Dye, and Decorate Your Fabric," by Laurie Wisbrun is presented.EBSCO_bspLibrary Journal
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you have accidentally gotten fabric dye on your skin? If yes, you know it can be a frustrating experience. Trying to get fabric dye off your skin can be a complex process. Thankfully, there are a few tips and tricks you can use to ...
Beetroot tie dye is easier than you think! Learn how to dye fabric with beets, both fresh and canned, yellow and red, with our tutorial! From the Designer: "Vegetable dyes are a natural and inexpensive way to add color to your fabrics. Beets are one of the most versatile vegetables to...
As a frequent fabric dyer and lover of all things vibrant and dark, I’m no stranger to black dye. After a failed high-school experiment of bleaching a favorite pair of jeans and then dyeing them with “black” dye resulted in a mousey gray pair of jeans, I ended up on a bit of ...
How to Dye Fabric With Tea. Dying or staining fabric items with tea can give new life to those that are faded or stained, and it can produce a beautifully soft antique or light sepia tint. The process of tea dying is relatively quick, easy and inexpensive, and results in a light, colo...
Actually, the dyes you use to tie-dye aren't a big secret. For cotton, you need to use a dye that will react well to the fabric, namely Procion MX, dissolved in a urea solution. You can make virtually every color imaginable with just three colors: yellow, turquoise, and fuchsia. ...
It seemed like a fun way to add some color to my wardrobe. With some fabric dye, rubber bands, and a little bit of courage, I set out on my tie dye adventure. I was excited but also a bit nervous since I had never tried anything like this before. ...
you’ll need to wash both new and old garments before applying the dye. (And if your dye requires it, you may have to soak them in a solution of soda ash, as mentioned.) But because the dye is applied while the fabric is damp, there’s no need to toss your items in the dryer....