How do you get bright colours? There are a few tricks to getting more colour intensity. First take a moment to understand how fabric content & dyeing technique can effect results. Know your fabric content & fabric weight since you may need more/less product for the colour you want. Appreciate how existing colour impacts...Read more
Just like with markers or paint, adding another colour to the original changes everything. You can make 100's of new colours by mixing 1-3 core Tintex dyes together. Using less of a single dye makes...Read more
The little things can make a big difference to your Dye-It-Yourself project. We spill 5 easy tips that can make it or break it: Weigh Fabric, Pre-wash Fabric, Dyeing Time Varies, Dissolve Solution Completely and Fabric Needs Constant Motion. Failing to do one or more of these can result in anything from uneven appearance to lighter or darker colour intensity; for the best results always...Read more
The fabric name isn't always the same as the fabric content. A fabric name will often describe the weave (like satin or sateen) or the appearance (like crepe fabric). The actual fabric content may be suitable to dye -- or not. Tintex is for most washable fabric like...Read more
Starting a DIY project is easy, since you probably already have all the supplies that you need. To make the process even easier, you can make a kit so everything needed is in one area before...Read more
Valentine's Day is coming so we are doing a series of DIY's that use red fabric dye. For today’s dyed paper craft we transformed a standard white paper garland from a craft store and gave it a lot more personality with Scarlet Red fabric dye…Read more
Want the best way to achieve even-coloured results? Some find it's easier to use another container filled with 1 or 2 cups hot water to dissolve the powder before adding to the main dye bath. Is another step useful? Why does colour intensity vary from the box colour to light shades? For brighter shades, fabric needs extended and unceasing agitation try this helpful tip...Read more
he first thing that you want to do before you start a dyeing project is to determine if you fabric needs to be lightened. Lightening fabric helps the dye work better, especially if you are dyeing a dark...Read more
The USA's iconic flag has a ~classic~ combination of red, white & blue. Plan an outfit or add home accessories for your 4th of July party that show off the colours of the flag...Read more
The hand dyeing method is best for tying to mix a new peach dye colour; it's an easy way to adjust colour intensity. Always test before you dye your 'real' fabric -- use a white paper towel, a small piece of similar fabric (or even a sample of the real fabric), to see if you like the dye colour. Adding more hot water can lighten the colour if needed; adding more dye will darken the intensity of the dye...Read more
