How to Dye Fabric
Get the color back in your favorite shirt or fabric by following these steps.
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All you need is a needle, thread, some fabric, and these step by step instructions to start sewing.
You Will Need
- Fabric
- Fabric dye
- Two buckets
- Water
- Tongs
- Mild detergent
- Bleach
- Rubber gloves (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Read directions
Read the directions on the fabric dye box. But on rubber gloves, if you're using them, and mix the dye and set it aside.
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Step 2
Fill a large bucket
Fill a large bucket with hot water.
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The bucket should be big enough for the fabric to move around.
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Step 3
Soak the fabric
Soak the fabric in hot water for five minutes and then remove it with the tongs.
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Step 4
Add to dye
Place the fabric in the dye and stir it constantly for 20 to 30 minutes.
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Step 5
Rinse
Rinse the fabric in warm water and then cool water, until the water runs clear.
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Step 6
Wash fabric
Wash the fabric in warm water with mild detergent and then put it in the dryer.
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Step 7
Clean containers
Once you're finished, clean the buckets with bleach to remove the dye.
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