I really appreciate this series. I'm very interested in dying my own fibre and couldn't find many detailed videos, but yours are absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ❤🥰
Thank you Heather. I have been watching your dyeing videos in sequence and you have a gift for explaining clearly without over talking. I appreciate the time and expertise that went into making these videos. I learned alot.
1 tsp = 5 mL. 1tbsp = 15 mL. So 20 mL = 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon OR 4 teaspoons. If you wanted more contrast on your tonal colors, you could also start with a lighter shade and drop small amounts of the dye randomly. It will spread, but not far (usually).
Thank you! I'm beginning to dye yarn, and started with a nice Christmas red and beautiful turquoise...I know now that these are hard colours to exhaust! But boy am I lucky they turned out pretty nice because I made a whole bunch of rocky mistakes! Now to the next video!
Hi, I hope you see this Q. soon. I dyed some of my handspun mixed wool yarn with avocado pits and skins. I am trying to create a peach color. The yarn came out more on the brown side. I have some peach colored Darma Acid Dye. Q: Can I over dye my avocado dyed wool yarn with a Darma Acid Dye to try and create a peach color? Thank you so much for all your videos, they are very informative and helpful. Blessings
Heather, these tutorial videos are awesome! You’re a thorough instructor with concise directions. Perhaps I keep missing it, but what temp setting for the crock pot?
Hello. I have Pro Chem dyes as a sampler. They came with some ammonium sulfate. Would I use this in place of the citric acid. Also, as I don't have citric acid, may I substitute white vinegar with type of dye. Thanks for any thoughts. Best wishes.
You asked this a year ago, but in case anyone else has the same issue, I'll answer. Yes: for certain acid dyes ammonium sulfate can be used in place of citric acid. Technically, it's preferred in some instances, like the premetallized dyes. It does two things--it is a leveling agent, meaning it slows down the absorption of the dye so that the dye will be more level (less variation--the opposite of what we see in this video) and it is a mild acid that becomes more acidic over time which will also aid in a more even dye job. For more information refer to the Dharma Trading Company website--they have really extensive educational materials. I have some ammonium sulphate in my dying kit but I never use it because I am always looking for variation and character in my fiber dying adventures. Hope that helps someone.
How does a surfactant (Synthrapol) aid in preventing bleeding post-dyeing? I use Synthrapol in the soak and the bath to maximize penetration and minimize variegation. But that’s just me. I’m sure there are folks who never use it at all :)
In my experience, if you have colors that tend to bleed when rinses, surfactants tends to stop the bleeding better than a regular soap wash does. I really prefer to use it with reds.
I’ve only been dyeing for a couple of yrs for my own knitting so am not an expert, I have to rinse in my kitchen sink but afterwards I always give the sink and surrounding a good clean with bleach and Zoflora disinfectant .😊
It would be helpful if you would put links to your previous videos so we don't have to hunt for them and then the search puts them out of sequence as well ... you mention a link in here but then do not provide it. Also nice to see the finished yarns maybe a video recap of what the yarns came out like because drying can really change the color ways. Love your work and instruction, this is just suggested feedback, not criticism.
I really appreciate this series. I'm very interested in dying my own fibre and couldn't find many detailed videos, but yours are absolutely fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ❤🥰
Thank you Heather. I have been watching your dyeing videos in sequence and you have a gift for explaining clearly without over talking. I appreciate the time and expertise that went into making these videos. I learned alot.
It’s turned out beautiful!
1 tsp = 5 mL. 1tbsp = 15 mL. So 20 mL = 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon OR 4 teaspoons. If you wanted more contrast on your tonal colors, you could also start with a lighter shade and drop small amounts of the dye randomly. It will spread, but not far (usually).
Great video thank you, I have dyed yarn in a crock pot but I made the mistake of moving it around, thanks to you I now know how to do it right😊👍
Amazing! Thanks so much for all the help and tips. This series of tutorials has been fantastic. I am starting to understand more and more 🎉👌🏻
Thank you! I'm beginning to dye yarn, and started with a nice Christmas red and beautiful turquoise...I know now that these are hard colours to exhaust! But boy am I lucky they turned out pretty nice because I made a whole bunch of rocky mistakes! Now to the next video!
So glad to have you here!
I would like a solid color in the fiber I am using for the project I want to do if I keep stirring it for the hour would I have a solid color?
I’m also going to try stirring for a solid colour. Did it work? I will try to remember to let you know how it goes!!
Great video
Good job! I am trying to find a denim color for a project, I think 2% Teal will provide that! Thanks
Hi, I hope you see this Q. soon. I dyed some of my handspun mixed wool yarn with avocado pits and skins. I am trying to create a peach color. The yarn came out more on the brown side. I have some peach colored Darma Acid Dye. Q: Can I over dye my avocado dyed wool yarn with a Darma Acid Dye to try and create a peach color?
Thank you so much for all your videos, they are very informative and helpful. Blessings
Heather, these tutorial videos are awesome! You’re a thorough instructor with concise directions. Perhaps I keep missing it, but what temp setting for the crock pot?
Nicole Harding she says in the beginning that she only uses it on high.
Wish you could have the dried yarn at the end to show the true color effect. the color of the wet yarn is different from the final product.
Can the water be warm to hot when you are adding the color and then fiber? Or do you need to warm it slowly using the crockpot?
Afterwards, rinsing it, what do you do? Do you leave it to dry only?
Hello. I have Pro Chem dyes as a sampler. They came with some ammonium sulfate. Would I use this in place of the citric acid. Also, as I don't have citric acid, may I substitute white vinegar with type of dye. Thanks for any thoughts. Best wishes.
You asked this a year ago, but in case anyone else has the same issue, I'll answer. Yes: for certain acid dyes ammonium sulfate can be used in place of citric acid. Technically, it's preferred in some instances, like the premetallized dyes. It does two things--it is a leveling agent, meaning it slows down the absorption of the dye so that the dye will be more level (less variation--the opposite of what we see in this video) and it is a mild acid that becomes more acidic over time which will also aid in a more even dye job. For more information refer to the Dharma Trading Company website--they have really extensive educational materials. I have some ammonium sulphate in my dying kit but I never use it because I am always looking for variation and character in my fiber dying adventures. Hope that helps someone.
Are those heat proof gloves? Where can they be bought at? If you don’t mind me asking I have searched Amazon Uline and the web for them
Do you steam set it or is it useless ?
So if I made a dye solution with 4gm color and 4ml water, how much would I add to 100gm of bulky weight yarn?
How does a surfactant (Synthrapol) aid in preventing bleeding post-dyeing? I use Synthrapol in the soak and the bath to maximize penetration and minimize variegation. But that’s just me. I’m sure there are folks who never use it at all :)
In my experience, if you have colors that tend to bleed when rinses, surfactants tends to stop the bleeding better than a regular soap wash does. I really prefer to use it with reds.
Is this safe to rinse in the kitchen sink?
I’ve only been dyeing for a couple of yrs for my own knitting so am not an expert, I have to rinse in my kitchen sink but afterwards I always give the sink and surrounding a good clean with bleach and Zoflora disinfectant .😊
How long can you store acid dye dyestocks?
I would say a month at most. There are some that seem okay after a month but there is still fall out.
I see an American using a washing up bowl 👍🏻🥰😂
It would be helpful if you would put links to your previous videos so we don't have to hunt for them and then the search puts them out of sequence as well ... you mention a link in here but then do not provide it. Also nice to see the finished yarns maybe a video recap of what the yarns came out like because drying can really change the color ways. Love your work and instruction, this is just suggested feedback, not criticism.