Rit is a fabric dye that is available at many craft, discount and grocery stores. It can be used to liven up older garments, or to change the look of new ones. Dying with Rit is easy, and requires no specialized tools. Cotton fabrics take the dye best, but Rit can be used on almost any textile. Rit is available in both powder and liquid form, but the dying method is the same.
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Difficulty:
Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
Rit dye
Bucket
Wooden spoon
Measuring cup
Water
Detergent
Mix 1/2 packet of Rit powdered dye with 2 cups of hot water.
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Mix the powdered mixture, or 1 bottle of liquid dye, with 3 gallons of water in a bucket. Stir thoroughly.
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Wet the fabric to be dyed with hot water and add it to the dye bath. Make sure the fabric is completely covered in the dye bath, and moves around freely.
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Stir the fabric with your spoon for 10 to 30 minutes, as directed on the package for the particular dye.
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Rinse the fabric under warm, running water, gradually changing it to cool water, until the water runs clear.
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Machine or hand wash the fabric in a mild detergent with a cool rinse. Dry as usual.
Tips & Warnings
Add 1 cup of salt to the dye bath to brighten the colors of natural fibers.
