How to Dye Fabric

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Get the color back in your favorite shirt or fabric by following these steps.

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.

Step 2: Fill a large bucket
Fill a large bucket with hot water.

Tip
The bucket should be big enough for the fabric to move around.

Step 3: Soak the fabric
Soak the fabric in hot water for five minutes and then remove it with the tongs.

Step 4: Add to dye
Place the fabric in the dye and stir it constantly for 20 to 30 minutes.

Step 5: Rinse
Rinse the fabric in warm water and then cool water, until the water runs clear.

Step 6: Wash fabric
Wash the fabric in warm water with mild detergent and then put it in the dryer.

Step 7: Clean containers
Once you're finished, clean the buckets with bleach to remove the dye.

Did You Know?
Did you know? Wool from the vicuna, an endangered species related to alpacas and llamas, is one of the world's most valuable natural fibers.