Pilgrim Dye Colors Synthetic Fiber Liquid Dyes will color washable fabrics such as 100% polyester, acrylic, acetate, dacron, nylon and polyester/cotton blends of more than 35% polyester. To determine how much dye is needed, place the dry fabric in the dry stainless steel stove top dye pot. Note how high the fabric loosely sits in the dye pot. Remove the dry material and measure how many gallons of water is necessary to pour into the dry dye pot to reach the level that the dry material reached in the dry dye pot. It is imperative that the fabric must be totally submerged in the dye water the entire time while being stirred and soaked. Pre-wash items in warm, soapy water to remove any finishes that may interfere with dye absorption. Always use the Stove Top method of dyeing to ensure a high, steady temperature (about 180F or just below boiling), which is needed to dye synthetics. Cover pot and heat water to almost boiling. Shake the dye bottle well. When water begins to simmer, add dye amount in TBS & tsp as indicated on the bottle label. Stir dye water well and immerse pre-wetted item in dye bath. Stir slowly and continuously for at least 30 minutes (the first 10 minutes are the most critical). Stirring helps to ensure an even color with no splotches. Use tongs to help lift and move around the fabric. Keep temperature at a low simmer for up to one hour. When dyeing polyester, keeping the fabric in the dye bath for at least 30 minutes is essential for ensuring that the color takes fully and does not wash out when rinsed, even if the fabric appears to have reached the desired color in less time. Shorter periods of time will result in more of a pastel shade while longer periods result in deeper stronger colors. Rinse your fabric in running cold water until the rinse water runs clear. Hang to dry or dry in a cool clothes dryer.
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