This blog's content is for entertainment purposes only and is not professional advice. Washing tip: Don’t wash newly dyed fabric with other clothes as the dye can spread and stain the other pieces. I used cold-water procion dye for that project because I did it in a large tub. Pour white wine onto the red wine stain and let it dry naturally. A stainless steel sink is the best option.

This isn’t super surprising because I wear it once per week. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. You can use any temperature water, from cold to lukewarm to hot. If the fabric you plan to dye is a natural fabric (such as cotton, linen silk, ramie or wool) or is nylon or rayon, then use our Rit Back to Black Kit.

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Use copper to give your end result a greenish tint. By using this service, some information may be shared with YouTube. I now have the perfect skirt for my sister’s wedding, and it only cost me around $2.25.

I filled the machine with hot water, and added the dye and the cup of salt that was recommended for cotton. The stockpot should be about twice as large as the clothes you plan to dye. Step 1: Heat water and measure amount of black clothes dye.

Your email address will not be published. We’ve since done several loads of laundry, and haven’t had any problems. For the skirt, pick any navy blue skirt.

Use a dye color remover instead. I used synthetic; some came out black, but a good portion was gray. Be safe out there!

Follow package instructions for how much dye to use. Use a stainless steel or glass pot.

We’re thinking to do them navy or dark green. At minimum, you will need to let the clothes sit in the dye bath for 1 hour. When using chemical dyes, check the package for specific instructions and allergy information. You'll notice them start rusting immediately!

Copper or aluminum pots can react with the dye. Start by placing 2 handfuls of rusty objects like nails, screws, or bolts into 1 cup (240 ml) of vinegar in a jar.

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I’ve dyed jackets with plastic zippers, and those have always come out their regular color. I did about 40 minutes total because I was just dyeing a faded black item black again. Can I dye clothes in a front loading washer? But if the fabric is made out of synthetic materials like polyester, spandex, and acrylic, it may not be possible with a standard dye.

Follow the instructions on your package of dye to re-dye your black clothing. Can I dye a fading red fabric with the same color? We use to do this all the time growing up. Keep sponges and paper towels nearby in case any dye spills as you work. Join us over on the forum to discuss money-saving ideas and participate in monthly challenges. The longer you leave the mixture simmering, the stronger the dye will be. Plus a dash of dish soap and some salt to help with even and vibrant dye dispersion. % of people told us that this article helped them. I wash in a Laundromat.

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Pre-wetting your fabric prevents splotchy coloring and allows the dye to spread evenly throughout the material. If you really can’t stand to see another ad again, then please consider supporting our work with a contribution to wikiHow. Note: When using this dye, don’t use a fiberglass or porcelain sink. Material: Natural fabrics like wool, silk, and muslin absorb dye easily.

That includes cotton, silk, and wool. Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. Wear rubber gloves just like when you’re dyeing.