Excellent video. Thank you. I've been using procion dye - and want to switch to indigo. The whole process seemed complicated and a bit daunting - but you've made it super clear.
Thank you for the detailed instructions on indigo dyeing. If the blue turns out lighter than I wanted after rinsing and drying the fabric, can I re-dye it?
Absolutely! You can keep dyeing and re-dyeing as many times as you like to get deeper blues. Also, doing multiple dips, allowing time for oxidation in between, will also help you achieve deeper color. The more times you dip and oxidize, the deeper the color will be after rinsing!
Thank you for the instructions. I got the kit but I just 1 yard fabric to dye, it’s a small project. So what’s the ratio of ingredients to use for smaller projects?
Just scrunch it up and hold on tight when you dip it in! We have a bunch of pattern ideas posted on our website. You can check some of them out here: static1.squarespace.com/static/5ac4eb022971149bb6d709d3/t/5d79295d360f9557158e8662/1568221537414/IndigoKit_InstructionBooklet-09-19.pdf
Очень интересно. Сама увлечена окрашиванием индиго. Выращиваю вайду. У меня вопрос! Делали ли Вы железный куб? Как лучше прополаскивать после окрашивания?
Metal should be fine. Buckets are nice because they are deep and the surface area that is exposed to air is minimal. Your vat won't last as long if it is shallow with a lot of surface area exposed to air.
Natural indigo is derived from plants and can be quite expensive. It can also be more difficult to achieve consistent results. Jacquard indigo is chemically identical to natural indigo, but it is synthetic and therefore consistent and relatively inexpensive in comparison.
This was the most helpful video for indigo dyeing I’ve come across. THANK YOU!
Excellent video. Thank you. I've been using procion dye - and want to switch to indigo. The whole process seemed complicated and a bit daunting - but you've made it super clear.
you are so good!!!you explain the best ,
I wonder if I am tye dying, is it better NOT to pre wet the fabric? Since I am not seeking an even dye, I am looking for contrast
Thank you for the detailed instructions on indigo dyeing. If the blue turns out lighter than I wanted after rinsing and drying the fabric, can I re-dye it?
Absolutely! You can keep dyeing and re-dyeing as many times as you like to get deeper blues. Also, doing multiple dips, allowing time for oxidation in between, will also help you achieve deeper color. The more times you dip and oxidize, the deeper the color will be after rinsing!
Can I paint it on fabric? Could I use a thickening agent like sodium alginate or the like
Thank you for the instructions. I got the kit but I just 1 yard fabric to dye, it’s a small project. So what’s the ratio of ingredients to use for smaller projects?
Just divide everything--water, dye, soda ash, and reducer--by thirds or quarters and you should be good to go
I want to dye a xl white sweatshirt; how do I not let it touch the bottom of the bucket? And are there any design ideas?
Just scrunch it up and hold on tight when you dip it in! We have a bunch of pattern ideas posted on our website. You can check some of them out here: static1.squarespace.com/static/5ac4eb022971149bb6d709d3/t/5d79295d360f9557158e8662/1568221537414/IndigoKit_InstructionBooklet-09-19.pdf
Очень интересно. Сама увлечена окрашиванием индиго. Выращиваю вайду. У меня вопрос! Делали ли Вы железный куб? Как лучше прополаскивать после окрашивания?
Awesome instructions. Thanks.
Does it have to be a plastic bucket or could i use a metal pan?
Metal should be fine. Buckets are nice because they are deep and the surface area that is exposed to air is minimal. Your vat won't last as long if it is shallow with a lot of surface area exposed to air.
what is the reducer technically? Thanks
Our kit comes with a Sodium Hydrosulfite reducer
How do I dispose of the old vat?? Can I pour it down the bathtub drain?
yes, carefully! it can stain the tub
What is the difference between this kit and natural indigo.
Natural indigo is derived from plants and can be quite expensive. It can also be more difficult to achieve consistent results. Jacquard indigo is chemically identical to natural indigo, but it is synthetic and therefore consistent and relatively inexpensive in comparison.
If this kit is synthetic indigo, then why does the box say, "Natural Dye Method" ? @@jacquardproducts
@@jacquardproductsthank you for your explanation.