Rit Dye recently celebrated their th year in the biz, and we can attest to the quality of their products having created many a DIY using their non-toxic dyes and variety of color formulas. Throwback to this dyed cheesecloth backdrop! The best part? For this project, we purchased these bridesmaid dresses on Amazon to see how we could customize the color to the inspiration colors of the mood board for this shoot.
You can also upcycle old bridesmaid dresses by dyeing them a different color. We used and recommend Rit DyeMore for dying dresses with polyester fabrics or polyblend materials. Most vintage dresses will have some polyester in it, so this is the dye that will absorb the fibers.
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Dye adheres differently to different fabrics, so read the garment tag to figure out what your dress is made from. Some companies, like Rit, make one dye for both natural and synthetic fibers, while other companies, like iDye, have one dye for natural fabrics and one for synthetic fabrics. Make sure you have enough dye to color the fabric to the desired shade. Protect your workspace. Spread a drop cloth, plastic sheeting, or several layers of newspaper out on your workspace.
Keep paper towels handy so you can immediately clean up any drips or spills. Wear old clothes and gloves. At this point, you have the option of using a fixative, which extends the life of the color and prevents bleeding.
Refill your sink or bucket with hot water and add your fixative in the indicated ratios — Rit recommends four ounces of fixative and three gallons of water for every pound of fabric. Again, stir slowly and continuously, this time for twenty minutes. Rinse in cool water until it runs clean, and wash with mild detergent and warm water, then rinse your dress again and hang to dry. Your Privacy Rights. To change or withdraw your consent choices for Brides.
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Next, she submerged her wedding dress in warm water, before placing it into the dye and leaving it to soak. People who came across her video, that has since been watched over 9. Which one is it?
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