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| melody |
Posted - Apr 06 2010 : 12:10:00 PM
I have some very faded muslin tab drapes...originally a very deep maroon color now becoming a very faded rosy blush color.
I have never used dye on anything larger than a t-shirt.
Is it worth the trouble of machine dyeing?
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- George Herbert
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| JoyIowa |
Posted - Apr 20 2010 : 05:10:31 AM
Ditto on dharma!!!! They also have really helpful people who can trouble-shoot problems as well.
Cheers!
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| Sheep Mom 2 |
Posted - Apr 17 2010 : 2:19:49 PM
For all kinds of dying needs and many types of dyes including instructions, I use www.dharmatrading.com They have been in the dye business since the mid 1960's when tie dying was all the rage. I have had really good results from many of their products.
Blessings, Sheri
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| brightmeadow |
Posted - Apr 17 2010 : 1:57:14 PM
I'm so glad you posted this. I just finished dyeing 5 skeins of yarn - for wool, a good dye to use is Lanaset (available at weaving/spinning shops, and probably other places) The dyepot is sitting on the patio cooling off right now.
I haven't done any dyeing for a while and I am anxious to see how the color comes out. I mixed up 1/4 part teal with 3/4 part yellow and I think I have a beautiful shade of parsley...
I hadn't seen the Dylon dyes I will have to check them out.
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| urban chickie |
Posted - Apr 16 2010 : 09:55:44 AM
OK thanks! Now I am itching to try a dying project in the near future....
Catherine
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| Faransgirl |
Posted - Apr 16 2010 : 08:27:31 AM
Yes, those are the ones. I love the colors they are so much brighter. Rit sort of just sits there and is dull. But, these dyes the color seems to pop. To me the beautiful color is worth the extra cost. You can use them the same way in the washer or in a pan or whatever.
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| urban chickie |
Posted - Apr 15 2010 : 09:26:18 AM
Beth, are you talking about the Dylon powdered dyes in the pouches? I always wondered if those were any different than RIT.
Catherine
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| Faransgirl |
Posted - Apr 15 2010 : 07:43:49 AM
I dye things all the time. I find though that you get better colors with other dyes. I get mine at JoAnn's fabrics. The colors are more vibrant. The most expensive one I have used was just $3.95 a bag and the color was beautiful.
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| JoyIowa |
Posted - Apr 14 2010 : 5:20:19 PM
AWESOME!!!! WHat a great find! Thanks so much for posting!
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| urban chickie |
Posted - Apr 09 2010 : 4:57:06 PM
Just an fyi: In online knitting circles, I have repeatedly read that original Dawn liquid dish detergent is chemically equivalent to synthropol. And it's a lot cheaper!!
Catherine
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| JoyIowa |
Posted - Apr 09 2010 : 10:35:35 AM
Two suggestions:
1. If you live anywhere near a quilt shop, ask them if they know of anyone who plays around with dying fabrics. Contact that person and ask if he or she has a couple of tablespoons of a product called synthropol (sp). It helps to set dye and really saves a lot of rinsing time.
2. Wash them separately the first time you wash them, just in case.
Have fun!
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| MissLiss |
Posted - Apr 08 2010 : 9:50:49 PM
Machine dying is super easy! Don't be afraid! Just make sure to follow the directions on the box and run your washer empty with the hottest water, a serving of laundry soap and a cup of bleach! Also, hang them to dry, do not put them in your dryer! My dryer turned blue from a dyed tablecloth and though it doesn't come off on clothes I put in the dryer, it is rather bothersome to have a blue dryer! I have not had a problem with the color transfer after the initial wash/dry after dying. So don't worry about drying it next time, just the first time around! Have fun and I hope you get the color you're looking for!!!
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| vintagediva1 |
Posted - Apr 08 2010 : 10:11:23 AM
It is definitely worth it!!
I dye stuff all the time and convince myself that is is brand new LOL
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| Calicogirl |
Posted - Apr 06 2010 : 1:27:42 PM
Well, I was going to post what Diana said :)
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| gramadinah |
Posted - Apr 06 2010 : 1:22:45 PM
Just wash out your machine after and make sure the drapes are wet when you begin.
I love to use it.
Set the dye in the final rince with vinigar.
Diana
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