{"product_id":"rit-all-purpose-liquid-dyes","title":"Rit All-Purpose Liquid Dyes - Peacock Green","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA tried and true classic that’s been dyeing your goods new and old for over 100 years. RIT All-Purpose Dye is here to add a bit of dazzle to natural fabrics like cotton, wool, and silk, as well as synthetics like nylon and rayon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA simple, non-toxic way to bring the colour of your choice to garments, household items, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith so many diverse synthetic fabric iterations on the market, we thought it was high time to offer a dye capable of taking those very fabrics to the next level. That’s why we’re proud to introduce \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/type\/dyemore-for-synthetics\/\"\u003eRit DyeMore\u003c\/a\u003e, a dye specially made for synthetic fabrics like polyester, polyester cotton blends, acrylic, and acetate. And like our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/type\/all-purpose-dye\/\"\u003eAll-Purpose\u003c\/a\u003e formula, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/type\/dyemore-for-synthetics\/\"\u003eDyeMore\u003c\/a\u003e is non-toxic and perfect for use in the home.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"i_anim l_m-b:50 is:anim\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t_intro t_wysiwyg t_lh:1.5 i_anim:i i_anim:i[1]\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo matter what you plan to dye, whether it’s a pair of jeans or set of curtains, the first step is to choose the right dye for your fabric or material. Always check the care label for the fiber content of the item you plan to dye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dye is for synthetic fibers, which include polyester, acrylic, acetate and nylon. If you have a blended garment that contains more than 35% synthetic fibers, this is the dye you will need to use. If you are dyeing a garment with less than 35% synthetic fibers, use\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/type\/all-purpose-dye\/\"\u003eRit All-Purpose Dye\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einstead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety Warning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003eKeep Away from Children\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"i_anim l_m-t:25 l_m-b:50 t_wysiwyg is:anim\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"i_anim:i i_anim:i[1] l_m-b:1em l_p-b:10 v_border:b v_border:2 t_h6 t_w:600\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"l_p:x-10 t_strike t_c:canary-500\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"t_c:black-400\"\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"i_anim:i i_anim:i[2] t_body-copy t_body-copy[sm] t_wysiwyg t_lh:1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStovetop Method\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eDue to the complexity of dyeing synthetics, you\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emust \u003c\/strong\u003euse the stovetop method to maintain an almost boiling temperature for the duration of your dyeing (\u003cspan\u003e93°C \u003c\/span\u003eor greater). Accordingly: (1) you cannot dye anything that won’t fit into a pot on your stove and (2) you cannot use your washer because the machine won’t be able to achieve the water temperature needed for Rit DyeMore to penetrate the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIf the garment you are dyeing is white or off white, then you should be able to achieve true color. However, if your garment has an existing color, then your only option is to overdye it with a darker color. Unfortunately,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/products\/color-remover\/\"\u003eRit Color Remover\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewill most likely not work on your synthetic garment.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/instructions\/how-to-change-color\/\"\u003eClick here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto learn more about overydyeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterns and Logos\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIf the garment you are dyeing has a pattern or logo, the color you use will mix with the existing color(s) in the fabric and create new colors. To learn more about this, please review our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/instructions\/overdyeing-patterns-or-logos\/\"\u003einstructions on overdyeing patterns and logos.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBleach Stains and Sun Damage\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSun and bleach actually damage fabric, making it very difficult to dye. Unfortunately, that means we cannot guarantee dye will cover up the stains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo determine how much dye is needed, weigh the item to be dyed on a food scale or estimate the weight. As a general guideline, one bottle of Rit DyeMore will dye up to two pounds of dry fabric. If dyeing 100% polyester or trying to achieve a very bolder color, double the dye quantity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiber content and weight affect how color appears. If you are in doubt as to whether your fabric will accept dye or achieve the color you want, we recommend testing a swatch first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore dyeing, remove any visible stains on the garment. This will help achieve uniform color results when dyeing. Pre-wash item in warm, soapy water without any fabric softener. This helps to remove any finishes that may interfere with dye absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover work area around stove with plastic table cover or newspaper and have paper towels handy to protect against any possible spills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear rubber gloves to protect hands from getting stained and to insulate them when working with hot water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDue to the complexity of dyeing synthetics, you\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emust \u003c\/strong\u003euse the stovetop method to maintain an almost boiling temperature for the duration of your dyeing (200ºF \/ 93ºC or greater).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a stainless steel pot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewith enough water for the fabric to move freely\u003c\/strong\u003e. We recommend using three gallons of water for every pound of fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1 teaspoon \/ 5 mL of dish detergent to help promote level dyeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover pot and heat water on stove top to just below boiling (200ºF \/ 93ºC or greater).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen water begins to simmer, add well-shaken dye and mix well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet the item you are going to be dyeing and add it to the dyebath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep temperature at a low simmer for the duration of your dyeing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir slowly and continuously. The first 10 minutes are the most critical. Stirring helps to ensure an even color with no splotches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem can remain in dyebath from 10 minutes up to one hour. If dyeing polyester or a polyester cotton blend, keep the fabric in the dyebath for at least 30 minutes to ensure that the color takes fully. Nylon tends to dye very quickly and much darker than other fibers so the actual time needed in the dyebath is less.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen desired color is achieved, remove from dyebath. Fabric will look darker when wet and will dry lighter. Squeeze out excess dye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf dyeing a blend containing cotton, linen, rayon or ramie, use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ritdye.com\/products\/colorstay-dye-fixative\/\"\u003eRit ColorStay Dye Fixative\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eimmediately after dyeing and before washing to enhance the color and reduce color bleeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse in warm water and then gradually cool water until rinse water begins to run clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash in warm water with a mild detergent, rinse and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"TheHandmadeElephant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57411916267904,"sku":null,"price":7.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/4107\/8150\/files\/17247_114_Tif-1-scaled-2048x2048.webp?v=1771339475","url":"https:\/\/www.thehandmadeelephant.co.uk\/products\/rit-all-purpose-liquid-dyes","provider":"TheHandmadeElephant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}