All I can say is wow! Here is a before and after of a dress I altered...the regular rit didn't work so I ordered this because wasn't sure of the fabric. I'd say it turned out beautifully...I did cook it on the stove for about half an hour longer than directions said to be safe...I also used two bottles on the dress. Great great product indeed!
I used 2 bottles of DyeMore to dye my daughters flower girl dress from cream to as close to black as possible, it turned on fantastic.
The product works well. Rinsing is a bear. Also be sure that your liquid and dye are mixed before adding your items or you'll get splotching. Also don't buy this on Amazon, it's more than two times the price as they sell it at Walmart but is not listed well on their app. I saw it there two weeks after I bought this for $4.47, and feel thoroughly ripped off by Amazon. The synthetic is in the craft aisle while the old fashioned rot is still near the laundry detergent.
I attempted to correct a bleach stain on our dark gray sectional sofa. Thankfully, I was able to remove the couch cover. I was apprehensive about dying the fabric, as I had seen other reviews comment on the inaccuracy of the dye color, but I took a chance. I followed the instructions, but I wasn't able to do a stovetop dye because I don't have a pot that is large enough to hold the weight and size of the sectional cover, so I improvised. I used a bucket and filled it with four small pots of boiling hot water. I added the dye, then added the fabric, and stirred for 14 minutes. The result isn't perfect, but it's a lot better than the alternative of purchasing a new sofa cover.
I dyed My 98% cotton 2%spandex white jacket to a gorgeous chocolate brown. I followed instructiones carefully got a 8 liter tall pot, a candy thermometer and some quality metal tongs. Dont underestimate this last item as you must lift and turn garment in 75-90 F water for 40 minutes. These worked perfectly form me http://www.amazon.com/Good-Cook-9-inch-Angled-Tongs/dp/B000BQKDD2/ . The threads dyed to a much lighter shade of brown, almost sand-colored, and love the look. Its said to dye about a kilo of fabric but I then tossed an old decolored to light gray 100% kevlar motorcycle shirt in the supposedly exhausted bath and got it nice darkish gunmetal gray, just dark enough to hide some oil stains, thought definitely not brown. I washed both garments for 40 min. in a solution 1/4 vinegar 3/4 water to fix the dye. Then gave them 40 min. more in a salt saturated bath to remove any excess dye. Cotton released a lot of dye in these baths, Kevlar almost none. Very labor intensive but definitely worth it. Wish other Dye More colors work as dark as this one. Guess other people are dyeing really wierd materials.
Feature Product
- Dye synthetic fabric and fabric blends, which include anything with 35% or more polyester, acrylic, acetate or nylon. Perfect for rejuvenating faded clothing, upcycling, hiding laundry accidents and so much more
- With 250+ color recipes available on Rit's website, it is almost certain you'll find the right color for your needs
- Get creative and create something unique with an easy dye technique, like an ombré, dip dyed, shibori or tie-dye pattern
- Due to the complexity of dyeing synthetic fabrics, you must use this dye in a stainless-steel pot on your stove top to maintain a high-water temperature throughout the duration of dyeing. Cannot be used in a washing machine
- If dyeing fabric with less than 35% synthetic fabric (i. e. polyester, acrylic or acetate), use Rit All-Purpose Dye instead
Description
Rit DyeMore Synthetic Fiber Dye now makes it possible to dye synthetic fabric and fabric blends, which include anything with 35% or more polyester, acrylic, acetate or nylon. The versatile, easy-to-use and non-toxic liquid dye is perfect for rejuvenating faded clothing and décor, upcycling, hiding laundry accidents and so much more. Looking to create something unique? Rit has been tie-dyeing clothing for decades. It’s also the perfect tool to create an ombré, dip dyed or shibori pattern. It can even dye 3D printed items, lacrosse sticks, wigs, faux fur and some plastics. Whether you are dyeing a garment in a color you love (but wasn’t available to buy), creating a costume or decorating for a party, all you need is a stainless-steel pot to get started. With 250+ color recipes available on the Rit's website, it is almost certain you’ll find the right color for your needs. Please note: Due to the complexity of dyeing synthetic fabrics, you must use this dye in a stainless-steel pot on your stove top to maintain a high-water temperature throughout the duration of dyeing. Cannot be used in a washing machine.
Some time ago, I saw a fabric with hot pink tips, and a pale yellow base. I was absolutely smitten by it, and wanted it badly! However... reviews revealed that they had poor camera quality, and the yellow was actually white. With this in mind, I purchased white and pink 'Candy Shaggy' fur with the intent to dye it. It worked out exceptionally well! Below I go over what I did in case you wish to do the same-
I had a large pot I use for dying fabric and other crafts. I would recommend going to Good Will or purchasing a designated 'craft pot' as I would be too paranoid to cook food in a container that once had concentrated dye in it. I filled it with enough water to let the small test chunks flow freely around in it, and added a dab of soap, and some salt. RIT recommends the soap, and someone recommended salt with their own dying experiences, so I did both.
I then heated the water to around 200 degrees then added a splash of RIT Dye More Synthetic. I wanted it pale so I didn’t do a TON. I imagine if you want an intense color you would need to use a lot more than I did. Do not boil the fur though! I hear really high temperatures can shrivel and warp the fibers! While I didn't have this issue, it is best to keep an eye on things.
Each swatch of fabric I washed in warm soapy water. I scrubbed them rather aggressively, to make sure nothing was on the fibers, before I dropped it into the pot. Here I let it soak for about ten minutes, stirring regularly with metal tongs that I sacrificed to craft land where they won't be used for food again. RIT recommends letting it soak for at least 30 minutes to an hour, but because I wanted a pale I did it for only ten.
Once I got the color I wanted, I removed, and rinsed in warm water and even more soap, gradually cooling the water until it was chilled and the water ran soap free and clear. I then used a hair dryer on hot to speed dry the fabric, fluffing it up with a brush and shaking regularly to separate the small fibers. I imagine if I dye an entire yard at a time, I would want to put it in the dryer and keep an eye on it.
TIP: The color looks a LOT darker initially. My fabric looked pink and INTENSE sunflower yellow when I removed it from the pot. After drying, it substantially lightened as you see in the photos.
Results were better than I expected. I anticipated the pink being turned an orange color, but it still looks a vibrant with only the faintest tinge of orange. If you need custom fur colors to facilitate a specific project, know that RIT can help you do that as long as you treat it with care and take your time during the process. While I can't say if you can get true BRIGHT colors or not since I did not try, pale tones can be applied easily.
I ordered a chiffon-like bridesmaid dress from China (lesson learned). It was supposed to be champagne colored. It was white. This would not work, for obvious reasons. They wouldn't refund or exchange the dress, so I had nothing to lose in trying to dye the dress. Still, I was nervous because of the reviews on here saying the dye was red. I had to use the bucket method (pouring boiling water into a bucket instead of keeping on the stove) because I didn't have a big enough pot, but it still worked! The dress is true to the color of the advertised color on the bottle and looks beautiful. There were initially some small red splotches (concentrated dye) that were pretty noticeable on the dress. I think I may not have stirred the dye well enough before putting my dress in. However, while the dress was still wet after dying and washing it, I took an oxy clean solution and went over the splotches with a q-tip and thankfully they disappeared. I'm so grateful for this dye and the fact that I don't have to buy a new dress. Attached are before and after pics.
Perfect!! Clear instructions, dyed a polyester mix jumpsuit perfectly. Definitely a good idea to use a thermometer though, not sure what happens if the temperature goes too high or too low during the process, but why take the risk? For all we know, that could be the final trigger for the zombie virus to take hold.
My wig was a dingy blonde color before the process and I was SOOOO nervous but not nervous enough to spend $125+ just to get a pink wig. ANYWAYS, this is what I did if you're interested:
1. Pre-soaked my wig with hot water, a teaspoon of detergent, and half cap full of dye for one hour. (I let the water cool, I did not keep it heated.)
2. Washed the wig with cold water until dye stopped leaking (It was rose gold at this point)
3. Used a gallon of water and the bottle of dye, brought it to a boil on the stove
4. Placed the wig in after it came to a full boil (wear protective gear so you don't get dye or hot water on you)
5. Stirred the pot with a heat safe spoon for 30 minutes
6. Squeezed wig while running cold water until dye no longer leaked
7. Used fabric softener/water mix as a detangler and brushed it before hang drying in the shower
Disclaimer: Using this dye on human hair may not yield the same result, stick to human hair products for such wigs.
It didn’t disappoint me. I bought my chair in 2016 and because of my dogs laying on it all the time the color faded. I don’t want to buy a new one. I saw the video on how to dye a fabric furniture and I gave it a try. I was so happy with the result! It was a sunny day and I just followed the instruction. It dried up in a day. My chair looks new again!
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