Thank you for this comment. I plan to dye a vintage wedding dress that I thrifted to turn it into a vampire gown. It's 100% polyester, so I am very scared to do this. I have never done anything like this before. Did you put the dress on the high temperature? Did any of the dresses shrank? I am worried that the dress will not fit me after using such high temperature. Thanks for help!
Super helpful! I'm going to try dyeing my dog's harness with this. It's a light blue, and I want it to be navy. It's my old dog's harness (he passed 2 years ago), and it's dear to me, plus a really good model that isn't being produced anymore. I'm getting a new puppy and I thought of brightening up the harness for him. Luckily I have two pairs so I can test this out with the one I don't care so much about! But I'm confident this will turn out great.
I just bought some of this for a couple of white t-shirts I want dyed grey. The t-shirts are elastane/polyester mix. Will boiling this fabric be OK and not cause shrinkage? Also, do you recommend an hour or half hour for this fabric? Many thanks!
Thanks for the video! I have a bunch of floral print clothes, I still like the design but I don't like floral prints anymore, going to dye black, does this product work with prints or just solid colors? Thanks
I have yellow pieces of fabric torn off from old chairs, would black fully cover them? The seating fabric also has a small foam layer in between, will this give me any trouble when boiling?
Ok. Have a kinda unique use....I have a double needle sewing machine that requires a opposite twist thread (a rare S twist (right) thread....as opposed to common left also known as Z twist thread) rather than regular thread. S twist thread Is very hard to find but I did manage to acquire a large spool of #138 sized right twist thread in white bonded polyester. This size thread is common for outdoor upholstery use and holds up well to harsh conditions (think car covers, boat seats, awnings, tents and the like. So the problem is.....that the left needle.....rare, right twist thread only comes in white, so my brilliant plan is to dye small batches or both left and right bonded polyester thread different colors as needed in what would be a yeti type insulated cup with a cup heating element that will boil the dye solution for 30min to an hour. My question is if I use say a half a quart of water, how much of the dye pack should I add? Obviously I don’t need anything close to the entire pack, but want to make sure I put enough in to dye the thread properly. The instructions seem to just state the pack contents can do a specific weight without giving you a more useful water to dye ratio. Now also I would be transferring thread off the larger spool to a smaller spool for dyeing, will the dye work effectively on several layers of thread wound reasonably tight on a spool? Will the dye transfer correctly. Any other recommendations you think would be useful in my endeavor? Thanks for your response in advance.
This is a great application for iDye Poly! In general, the amount of dye you want to use is around 6% of the weight of fiber. So if you have 100 grams of thread, use around 6 grams of powdered dye. You'll probably want to use about a third of the iDye Poly packet. If you are dyeing the wound spool of thread, color likely will not penetrate all the way to the center of the spool. You would have to unspool the thread for even coloring. If you have any other questions, please write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com and we'll be happy to advise. Also, let us know how it goes!!
@@jacquardproducts Perfect....that’s the answer I was looking for. I’m probably going to build a longer spool made from mesh so that the dye can travel into the thread fibers from all directions and not have to traverse layers. Because this is small batches, and I can control temperatures and time easier, I’m wondering if a little higher temperature, along with exceeding 1 hour time in the dye batch would yield a noticeable more vivid color.....anyway again thanks again for your help.
Great, except you don't tell us that the high temperature will give the fabric permanent wrinkles. My shirt came out nice and black but its now wrinkled all over and ironing hasn't done any good. Any suggestions?
Polyester. Intense steaming on the rayon setting only helped marginally. If I go any higher on the setting I risk melting the freaking shirt. This is a travel shirt and the high temperature of the dyeing seems to have destroyed the waterproofing the shirt came with. And now it looks like the steaming discolored it. This isn't worth the hassle. Next time I'll just buy another shirt.
If the pot was boiling when the clothes went in, how could you rest your hand on it and not get burned ? Also is this stuff good for the environment to pour down the drain ?
Hi. I have a wedding dress that I would like to dye black, if I possibly can. It is polyester and lace. How many packs should I use to get a really deep black color? It is a floor length dress with long sleeves.
Yes, but we can wash polyester clothes at a maximum temperature of 30-40 degrees C, no more. This is usually what is marked on the tag. So how to cook it so as not to ruin your clothes?
In reality, polyester can withstand very high temperatures. But i you are concerned about heating the garment, you can dye at a lower temperature by extending the dyeing time significantly (though you may not be able to reach full depth of shade at the lower temp).
Hi I'm trying to get a very deep dark rich chocolate brown yarn with no reddishness. Redheart has a dark one called Coffee. It's 100% acrylic. If I get the darkest brown available and idye it with black will that give me the desired look?
Hi, I want to dye a dress which can’t endure high temperatures. I want the color to be pastel, so could I just dye it in colder water? If so, how long should I keep it in the water? The dress is a very light pink and I want it a slightly darker pink or purple.
Yes, dyeing at a lower temp will result in less intense color. The longer you leave it in the dye bath, the deeper the color will become. Probably 20-30 minutes will be best.
Hey there. This is really great. I have a red crayon jacket that I want to die to be a darker red like maroon. It’s kind of a bright red do you think Crimson would make it a nice dark red? I’m really hoping so. Thank you. And thanks for making this video.
Good morning, I would like to revive the fabric of the stroller which is 100% polyester but is padded, could there be any problems? It's grey, I would use grey. The sun has faded it. I'm waiting, thanks.
hello, this is so awesome and definitely, I would like to try it soon however I'm wondering whether I mix two packs of idye and idye poly at the same time since my tshirt is a polycotton 50/50. i hope to get your advice on this and thank you so much in advance.
Yes, mixing the two in one dye bath is the best way to dye the full content of the fabric. You can even use two completely different colors and get some really neat "heather" effects!
you did SUCH a great job showcasing this product ... I have a nylon winter vest that is now gold color, the shine of the nylon makes it look almost metallic. I want to make it olive green. Do you think your bright green over the gold nylon will go olive? I am wondering if I should mix it with some iDP brown or black? Also I assume it will keep popping out of the water. Can this be done in a washing machine if I add the boiling water or do you have to keep it on "boil" on the stove?
Dyeing it with iDye Poly GReen 452 will probably get you close to an olive color. If it is too bright, you can always dye it again will a little bit of brown. iDye Poly works best at very high temps--your washer probably won't keep the water hot enough to achieve a deep color. If the fiber is nylon, you may have better luck using Jacquard Acid Dyes. We'd recommend the Spruce 630: www.jacquardproducts.com/acid-dye
@@jacquardproducts I used 2/3 green and 1/3 black well the lining came out perfect olive and the exterior poly came out a hideous emerald green, plus the heat destroyed the rib cuff neck and the rib cuff along the bottom of the jacket so now is is a ruffle in both places, so it is now in the donation bin for the homeless. The interior was poly and down and the heat destroyed the loft as well so it looks like a rag … very disappointed it wa a fine quality and I wanted to change color to match my lavender hair. Oooops.
Whenever you are trying to "neutralize" and grey out a color, the best place to start is to dye it the color opposite on the color wheel. The opposite of apricot on the color wheel is probably a warm blue, so over-dyeing with the iDye Poly Blue or Lilac is probably your best bet.
what about clothes, that should only be washed at a certain temperature (e.g 40°C)? as you are supposed to cook them for about an hour im not sure about that...
iDye Poly works best at a high temp. You can use a lower temperature, but it will require more time in the dye bath to achieve deep colors. It may also be difficult to achieve maximum depth of shade with lower temps, but that is the trade off.
Thank you for this video, it's very helpful! I've been thinking about dyeing my white bikini. I do have one question (just to be sure): the dye doesn't dissolve off of the swimsuit when swimming in a pool that has chlorine?
Hi I have a cheap polyester dress it’s a gray shiny color with these gold metallic spots in the fabric, I want to Dye it black ;two questions, do you think it would take the full black color especially the gold part , and secondly putting it in boiling water will it shrink it, it’s polyester…. thank you.
If all the material is polyester, you should be able to cover it well with black iDye Poly. Polyesters is actually a very durable fabric. Boiling water is generally not hot enough to harm it. If you have other technical questions or concerns, please write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com
That is so great to hear! Yes, iDye Poly will work great on the nylon/spandex mix, but we recommend NOT using the included Color Intensifier, as that is just for polyester.
Hi, thank you for the video. Really helpful. We would like to dye our outdoor cushion covers. since we do not have a big pot, could we use this dye in our washing machine?
It does work if you boil a huge pot of water and then use your washer on hot. I ran a wash first so the water was totally fresh hot. In my case it destroyed/melted the fabric elasticity so that was not good but the color worked and is permanent.
Yes, you should be able to dye it black using iDye Poly. Just be sure to get your dye bath nice and hot--that is the key to achieving a deep back color : )
How do you use this on something bigger? I have a mattress topper cover that I am trying to dye. But I don’t have anything big enough to keep water boiling the entire time.
A lot of folks will use a large basin (or even a bathtub!) and pour in pots of boiling water, adding more throughout the dyeing process. This can be tricky, and since the temp will be lower throughout the process, the dye time will need to be longer (and it may be tough to achieve full color depth), but it does make dyeing large items doable.
I also have a question: I have a scrub that is Tergal (100% polyester), that is light green if i use the black iDye Poly would I get a darker green? or more like a black scrub? Thank you so much for your help.
You should be able to cover the green with black, though it is possible you may end up with a "greenish black," dpending on how well the fabric takes the dye.
Question: won't the color rub into other clothes while wearing? So If I dye my vest red and wear it over white blouse, would the white blouse turn red/pink overtime? Also, can you wash dyed clothes in the washing machine? If so how many washes does it last?
If properly dyed, the color should not rub off onto other surfaces. Dyed fabric should also be fine to machine wash, though we recommend using cold water and washing with like colors, just to be safe.
hi! just wondering, but if i don't use a stovetop to boil but instead mix it with already boiled water, would it be ok? i stay in an apartment so i don't have access to a backyard and can't boil this at home because of the smell
@@jacquardproducts thanks for replying! so does that mean i should leave the products in for a shorter period of time while the water is still at its hottest? or constantly top up with boiling water?
Hope you can help. I've used idye poly many times on fabric. And now tried it on a wig.. the color is perfect but no matter how many times I rinse it, there is this remaining left overs of dye.. how do I get this out?
The Color Intensifier is included in the iDye Poly envelope. We also offer it in a large bottle. rawmaterialsla.com/art-supplies/fabric-fiber-and-textile-arts/dyes-resists-and-chemicals/jacquard-color-intensifier-for-idye-poly
Should you wash item (( polyester space suit brand new)) for dying? Also is there a ratio to water to packet ? And how much does on packet cover ? Haha sorry lots of questions
All great questions! It is always a good idea to pre-wash fabric. You want to use however much water is necessary for the fabric to move freely while dyeing. the packet will cover about 3lbs of fabric in a medium shade : )
Black is the color that benefits from heat most, because you always want to achieve the deepest, darkest shade possible. It is possible to get away with lower temps by extending the dyeing time, but for deep black color, we always recommend heat...
Acetate has a low melting point, so using iDye is a risky option. You will have better luck using Basic Dye to color the acetate fibers. Basic Dye will work on the acetate part of the dress, but no dye will "remove the stain." It can be obscured, but not eliminated. On Rayon, you won't get as dark a color with Black Basic Dye--it will probably look brown. You would need to do a second dyeing to get the rayon black with Procion MX dye. Use the Procion dye in similar conditions to the Basic dye ~160 F on the stove with the addition of Salt and soda ash. (Procion MX is a cold water dye, but you won't get better than a grey with either black without heat). This is a somewhat complex project...but you can do it! Feel free to write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com if you have further questions. www.jacquardproducts.com/basic-dye www.jacquardproducts.com/procion-mx
Hi, I want to dye lettering on a coat, I can't put the entire coat in a pot of hot water because it will shrink and I just want the white polyester lettering to be crimson. How can I do a ''spot treatment'' with this dye?
iDye Poly works great on stretchy synthetics like spandex, polyester and nylon, but the temperature generally needs to be hotter than your washer gets. Acid dyes and iDye Natural also work well on nylon at lower temperatures. With Acid Dyes and iDye Natural you would add vinegar, but that is not necessary with iDye Poly.
@@jacquardproducts So for dyeing spandex, polyester and nylon in the washer using iDye Natural, add vinegar? If so, 1-3 cups of white vinegar? Then after dyeing, using mild detergent (like color guard cheer) in cold water?
@@ScoopNemeth dyeing in a pot on the stove is our recommendation for these materials. Polyester should not be dyed in the washer--you'll want to dye on the stove top and bring the dyebath to a boil. If you want to try dyeing spandex and nylon in the washer, use iDye Natural (or Acid Dye) and then yes, that would be the process. Just make sure to use the hottest possible cycle, with enough water in the tank so the fabric can move freely.
Just wondering I used the exact same dye on some synthetic cycling jerseys colours came out great very vibrant except I found the smell a bit difficult to handle is the product safe on skin?
Yes, the product is safe on skin. Next time, to avoid lingering odor, be sure to wash in hot water right out of the dye bath. Also, did you use Color Intensifier? That is only recommended for polyester, and van contribute to lingering odor on stretchy fabrics.
@@jacquardproducts thanks for the reply I have since washed the jerseys twice now colours are still fairly vibrant I feel more comfortable now Just one thing to note I did do the process in my kitchen and after nearly an hour of boiling the steam had collected the dye and deposited. It alll over my laminate countertops which was the only bad part about the process had to do a lot of cleaning!
Yes, we do! We offer six different neon / fluorescent colors in the Acid Dye line that are excellent for nylon. store.jacquardproducts.com/products/acid-dye-set
hi there. I'm thinking about dying my leopard printed bikini in black with the idye poly, but I'm scared that the bikini won't be fully black because the bikini has that print. Do you think it will work out? :)
It depends if the fabric was printed with dye or pigment. If the surface of the fabric has a uniform feel, the dye will probably cover the pattern nicely!
Hi! I’ve been planning on using iDye Poly to dye a jumpsuit I have. Do you have any recommendations of what type of pot I should use? Since it’s a whole jumpsuit, there’s a lot of fabric that needs to be dyed, and the jumpsuit needs to be floating in the dye freely.
I’ve brought a plain white body suit for Halloween, I want to dye it black. It’s 100% Polyester and Nylon. The front is made out of fishnet, and the back is mesh material. Would this work? I’m soooo stuck on which dye to get 😩x
@@jacquardproducts thanks. I have another dress that I need to make orange, but the colour is a watermelon pink. What colour dye should I use and for how long?
the front of my dress is 95% poly, 5% elastane. So do i add the intensifer? (as the elastane is only a small amount?) Also it has black sequins. They will be okay? The back is black so it will stay black? The front is creamish - I'm dying iDye royal blue. How do you think i'll go?
Yes, probably a good idea to use the intensifier, given that the fabric is 95% poly. The sequins should be fine. The black areas should stay black. If you dye a cream color blue, it will probably come out a darker, more "earthy" blue. BTW, be sure to use iDye Poly, and not iDye for Natural Fabrics! (Royal Blue is a iDye Natural color, not a iDye Poly color). And if you need more assistance, feel free to write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com
@@jacquardproducts thank you, xx It is an iDye Poly and just says blue. (JID 1451) So will it still be earthy blue? Long weekend in Perth - going to try to be brave and do it. Would you recommend an iDye fixative? or is that just for naturals. ? Thank you for your time, Ruth
@@ruthames4653 the fixative is just for the Natural iDye. iDye Poly doesn't require fixative. The important thing is to get the dye bath up to a rolling boil!
Hi I have a question - has anyone used this idye poly in washing machine - i do. not own a large pot and don't want to fork out big money on one for a one off dye Thanks
Using iDye Poly in the washer is not recommended, as the water doesn't stay hot long enough to produce deeps colors. It can also be difficult to clean the washer afterward. On the other hand, iDye for Natural Fabrics does work well in the washer!
On a blended fabric, the iDye Poly will only color the polyester threads. So the resulting color will be a "half shade," with half white (cotton) and colored (polyester) threads. However, you can add iDye Natural to the same dye bath and that will color the cotton threads, giving you a full dye job. In fact, you could add two completely different colors to the same dye bath, one iDyePoly and one iDye Natural, and dye the blended two tonally different colors, since they will selectively dye the different fibers. This is called a "heather" effect. It looks awesome!
Are there people who will dye a polyester dress for me? I don't have the equipment or space to do it myself. It's a 100% polyester maxi sun dress from Temu. It's white.
I have a question. I have a piece of kite line laundry. It’s an inflateable Batman, but they made him with a grey cape and I want it black. See my channel to see what I am talking about. The ripstop nylon will melt if it gets too hot. Can this stuff be brushed on? I’m just looking for an option to make coloring his cape as easy as possible.
The nylon should hold up fine in the hot dye bath, as it doesn't get hot enough to melt. If you need assistance, write to us at techsupport@jacquardproducts.com
Well, the problem is trying to dye the cape area as it is attached to the body of the kite and soaking it would be almost impossible without getting it on other areas. Can this stuff be brushed on?
On a blended fabric, the iDye Poly will only color the polyester threads. So the resulting color will be a "half shade," with half white (cotton) and colored (polyester) threads. However, you can add iDye Natural to the same dye bath and that will color the cotton threads, giving you a full dye job. In fact, you could add two completely different colors to the same dye bath, one iDyePoly and one iDye Natural, and dye the blended two tonally different colors, since they will selectively dye the different fibers. This is called a "heather" effect. It looks awesome!
iDye Poly works great on Spandex! We just recommend that you DON'T use the included Color Intensifier when dyeing Spandex. Only use the Color Intensifier when dyeing polyester.
@@KIKAALEGRIA I used a zinc tub when I dyed my tent and there was no trace on the metal that i could see. But you are right, better to be safe then sorry.
I use this fantastic dye to change the color of wedding gowns I buy at the thrift store. It's a great way to make costumes.
Thank you for this comment. I plan to dye a vintage wedding dress that I thrifted to turn it into a vampire gown. It's 100% polyester, so I am very scared to do this. I have never done anything like this before. Did you put the dress on the high temperature? Did any of the dresses shrank? I am worried that the dress will not fit me after using such high temperature. Thanks for help!
the swimming suit came out fabulous.
Super helpful! I'm going to try dyeing my dog's harness with this. It's a light blue, and I want it to be navy. It's my old dog's harness (he passed 2 years ago), and it's dear to me, plus a really good model that isn't being produced anymore. I'm getting a new puppy and I thought of brightening up the harness for him.
Luckily I have two pairs so I can test this out with the one I don't care so much about! But I'm confident this will turn out great.
Great introduction to dyeing!
I just bought some of this for a couple of white t-shirts I want dyed grey. The t-shirts are elastane/polyester mix. Will boiling this fabric be OK and not cause shrinkage? Also, do you recommend an hour or half hour for this fabric? Many thanks!
Love the spooky skeleton hands
Thank you!
Thanks for the video! I have a bunch of floral print clothes, I still like the design but I don't like floral prints anymore, going to dye black, does this product work with prints or just solid colors? Thanks
Great information, thank you.
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I have yellow pieces of fabric torn off from old chairs, would black fully cover them?
The seating fabric also has a small foam layer in between, will this give me any trouble when boiling?
Ok. Have a kinda unique use....I have a double needle sewing machine that requires a opposite twist thread (a rare S twist (right) thread....as opposed to common left also known as Z twist thread) rather than regular thread. S twist thread Is very hard to find but I did manage to acquire a large spool of #138 sized right twist thread in white bonded polyester. This size thread is common for outdoor upholstery use and holds up well to harsh conditions (think car covers, boat seats, awnings, tents and the like. So the problem is.....that the left needle.....rare, right twist thread only comes in white, so my brilliant plan is to dye small batches or both left and right bonded polyester thread different colors as needed in what would be a yeti type insulated cup with a cup heating element that will boil the dye solution for 30min to an hour. My question is if I use say a half a quart of water, how much of the dye pack should I add? Obviously I don’t need anything close to the entire pack, but want to make sure I put enough in to dye the thread properly. The instructions seem to just state the pack contents can do a specific weight without giving you a more useful water to dye ratio. Now also I would be transferring thread off the larger spool to a smaller spool for dyeing, will the dye work effectively on several layers of thread wound reasonably tight on a spool? Will the dye transfer correctly. Any other recommendations you think would be useful in my endeavor? Thanks for your response in advance.
This is a great application for iDye Poly! In general, the amount of dye you want to use is around 6% of the weight of fiber. So if you have 100 grams of thread, use around 6 grams of powdered dye. You'll probably want to use about a third of the iDye Poly packet. If you are dyeing the wound spool of thread, color likely will not penetrate all the way to the center of the spool. You would have to unspool the thread for even coloring. If you have any other questions, please write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com and we'll be happy to advise. Also, let us know how it goes!!
@@jacquardproducts Perfect....that’s the answer I was looking for. I’m probably going to build a longer spool made from mesh so that the dye can travel into the thread fibers from all directions and not have to traverse layers. Because this is small batches, and I can control temperatures and time easier, I’m wondering if a little higher temperature, along with exceeding 1 hour time in the dye batch would yield a noticeable more vivid color.....anyway again thanks again for your help.
Great, except you don't tell us that the high temperature will give the fabric permanent wrinkles. My shirt came out nice and black but its now wrinkled all over and ironing hasn't done any good.
Any suggestions?
So sorry to hear this. Usually ironing with steam does the trick. What is the composition of the fabric you dyed?
Polyester. Intense steaming on the rayon setting only helped marginally. If I go any higher on the setting I risk melting the freaking shirt.
This is a travel shirt and the high temperature of the dyeing seems to have destroyed the waterproofing the shirt came with.
And now it looks like the steaming discolored it.
This isn't worth the hassle. Next time I'll just buy another shirt.
Such a helpful and amazing video! I’m about to dye mums blouse but I was wondering if it’s going to stain the pot? Thanks a lot!!
It shouldn't stain the pot, we would do not recommend using a dye pot for food. Best to designate a pot just for dyeing projects : )
If the pot was boiling when the clothes went in, how could you rest your hand on it and not get burned ? Also is this stuff good for the environment to pour down the drain ?
Hi. I have a wedding dress that I would like to dye black, if I possibly can. It is polyester and lace. How many packs should I use to get a really deep black color? It is a floor length dress with long sleeves.
You'll probably need two or three packets. Most importantly, you'll need a large enough pot for the dress can move freely in during dyeing.
Yes, but we can wash polyester clothes at a maximum temperature of 30-40 degrees C, no more. This is usually what is marked on the tag. So how to cook it so as not to ruin your clothes?
In reality, polyester can withstand very high temperatures. But i you are concerned about heating the garment, you can dye at a lower temperature by extending the dyeing time significantly (though you may not be able to reach full depth of shade at the lower temp).
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Hi I'm trying to get a very deep dark rich chocolate brown yarn with no reddishness. Redheart has a dark one called Coffee. It's 100% acrylic. If I get the darkest brown available and idye it with black will that give me the desired look?
Hi, I want to dye a dress which can’t endure high temperatures. I want the color to be pastel, so could I just dye it in colder water? If so, how long should I keep it in the water?
The dress is a very light pink and I want it a slightly darker pink or purple.
Yes, dyeing at a lower temp will result in less intense color. The longer you leave it in the dye bath, the deeper the color will become. Probably 20-30 minutes will be best.
Hey there. This is really great. I have a red crayon jacket that I want to die to be a darker red like maroon. It’s kind of a bright red do you think Crimson would make it a nice dark red? I’m really hoping so. Thank you. And thanks for making this video.
Yes, Crimson should do the trick!
Good morning, I would like to revive the fabric of the stroller which is 100% polyester but is padded, could there be any problems? It's grey, I would use grey. The sun has faded it. I'm waiting, thanks.
There shouldn't be any issues dyeing it whole, but if you can remove the padding before dyeing, that would be ideal.
@@jacquardproducts thank you, unfortunately I can't remove the padding, what is the best method for drying?
hello, this is so awesome and definitely, I would like to try it soon however I'm wondering whether I mix two packs of idye and idye poly at the same time since my tshirt is a polycotton 50/50. i hope to get your advice on this and thank you so much in advance.
Yes, mixing the two in one dye bath is the best way to dye the full content of the fabric. You can even use two completely different colors and get some really neat "heather" effects!
Great review thank you
I have a dark green polyester fabric and would like to color it with your Kelly Green (IDYE-460) does it work from dark to light?
you did SUCH a great job showcasing this product ... I have a nylon winter vest that is now gold color, the shine of the nylon makes it look almost metallic. I want to make it olive green. Do you think your bright green over the gold nylon will go olive? I am wondering if I should mix it with some iDP brown or black? Also I assume it will keep popping out of the water. Can this be done in a washing machine if I add the boiling water or do you have to keep it on "boil" on the stove?
Dyeing it with iDye Poly GReen 452 will probably get you close to an olive color. If it is too bright, you can always dye it again will a little bit of brown. iDye Poly works best at very high temps--your washer probably won't keep the water hot enough to achieve a deep color. If the fiber is nylon, you may have better luck using Jacquard Acid Dyes. We'd recommend the Spruce 630: www.jacquardproducts.com/acid-dye
@@jacquardproducts I used 2/3 green and 1/3 black well the lining came out perfect olive and the exterior poly came out a hideous emerald green, plus the heat destroyed the rib cuff neck and the rib cuff along the bottom of the jacket so now is is a ruffle in both places, so it is now in the donation bin for the homeless. The interior was poly and down and the heat destroyed the loft as well so it looks like a rag … very disappointed it wa a fine quality and I wanted to change color to match my lavender hair. Oooops.
Good night can Idye poly remove bleach stain?
Apricot to grey? Blue? Purple? Brown? Im trying to cool down the apricot
Whenever you are trying to "neutralize" and grey out a color, the best place to start is to dye it the color opposite on the color wheel. The opposite of apricot on the color wheel is probably a warm blue, so over-dyeing with the iDye Poly Blue or Lilac is probably your best bet.
@@jacquardproducts thank you! I am not sure why I even bought an apricot color blouse except maybe the sleeves!
what about clothes, that should only be washed at a certain temperature (e.g 40°C)? as you are supposed to cook them for about an hour im not sure about that...
iDye Poly works best at a high temp. You can use a lower temperature, but it will require more time in the dye bath to achieve deep colors. It may also be difficult to achieve maximum depth of shade with lower temps, but that is the trade off.
Can you dye silicone with this product?
Thank you for this video, it's very helpful! I've been thinking about dyeing my white bikini.
I do have one question (just to be sure): the dye doesn't dissolve off of the swimsuit when swimming in a pool that has chlorine?
No, if properly dyed, the color should hold up quite well!
Hi I have a cheap polyester dress it’s a gray shiny color with these gold metallic spots in the fabric, I want to Dye it black ;two questions, do you think it would take the full black color especially the gold part , and secondly putting it in boiling water will it shrink it, it’s polyester…. thank you.
If all the material is polyester, you should be able to cover it well with black iDye Poly. Polyesters is actually a very durable fabric. Boiling water is generally not hot enough to harm it. If you have other technical questions or concerns, please write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com
This video was so helpful AND a store nearby carries iDYE poly. :D
Would it be ok if i dyed a nylon/spandex mixed fabric stovetop?
That is so great to hear! Yes, iDye Poly will work great on the nylon/spandex mix, but we recommend NOT using the included Color Intensifier, as that is just for polyester.
Hi, thank you for the video. Really helpful. We would like to dye our outdoor cushion covers. since we do not have a big pot, could we use this dye in our washing machine?
Your washing machine probably doesn't get hot enough. Write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com and we'll be happy to advise.
It does work if you boil a huge pot of water and then use your washer on hot. I ran a wash first so the water was totally fresh hot. In my case it destroyed/melted the fabric elasticity so that was not good but the color worked and is permanent.
I have a dark Navy blue scrubs top made of 88% polyester and rayon I want to dye it black will this iDye Poly work on already dark colors ?
Yes, you should be able to dye it black using iDye Poly. Just be sure to get your dye bath nice and hot--that is the key to achieving a deep back color : )
HELP!!!!!!! If I have a khaki green skirt and dye it black … will it go black ?????
Yes, the black should cover the khaki green well!
How do I remove the disperse dye?
How do you use this on something bigger? I have a mattress topper cover that I am trying to dye. But I don’t have anything big enough to keep water boiling the entire time.
A lot of folks will use a large basin (or even a bathtub!) and pour in pots of boiling water, adding more throughout the dyeing process. This can be tricky, and since the temp will be lower throughout the process, the dye time will need to be longer (and it may be tough to achieve full color depth), but it does make dyeing large items doable.
I also have a question: I have a scrub that is Tergal (100% polyester), that is light green if i use the black iDye Poly would I get a darker green? or more like a black scrub? Thank you so much for your help.
You should be able to cover the green with black, though it is possible you may end up with a "greenish black," dpending on how well the fabric takes the dye.
Question: won't the color rub into other clothes while wearing? So If I dye my vest red and wear it over white blouse, would the white blouse turn red/pink overtime?
Also, can you wash dyed clothes in the washing machine? If so how many washes does it last?
If properly dyed, the color should not rub off onto other surfaces. Dyed fabric should also be fine to machine wash, though we recommend using cold water and washing with like colors, just to be safe.
hi! just wondering, but if i don't use a stovetop to boil but instead mix it with already boiled water, would it be ok? i stay in an apartment so i don't have access to a backyard and can't boil this at home because of the smell
The hotter the water, the more intense the color. Dyeing away from the stove top can work great, but the colors tend to be paler...
@@jacquardproducts thanks for replying! so does that mean i should leave the products in for a shorter period of time while the water is still at its hottest? or constantly top up with boiling water?
Oh that's good! So if I want a lighter colour I should just reduce the heat!
Oh i dont have anything to heat water outside i guess i ll forget the project
Most people use iDye Poly indoors on the stovetop, just be sure you have good ventilation
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Hope you can help. I've used idye poly many times on fabric. And now tried it on a wig.. the color is perfect but no matter how many times I rinse it, there is this remaining left overs of dye.. how do I get this out?
We'd be happy to help troubleshoot this with you! Please write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com and we'll be glad to advise.
Hi, thanks for your useful sharing !!
By the way, can you tell me where can I buy colour intensify ??
The Color Intensifier is included in the iDye Poly envelope. We also offer it in a large bottle.
rawmaterialsla.com/art-supplies/fabric-fiber-and-textile-arts/dyes-resists-and-chemicals/jacquard-color-intensifier-for-idye-poly
Should you wash item (( polyester space suit brand new)) for dying? Also is there a ratio to water to packet ? And how much does on packet cover ? Haha sorry lots of questions
All great questions! It is always a good idea to pre-wash fabric. You want to use however much water is necessary for the fabric to move freely while dyeing. the packet will cover about 3lbs of fabric in a medium shade : )
Possible to get reasonably good colour if I use warm water only? I’m dying black on faded black garment
Black is the color that benefits from heat most, because you always want to achieve the deepest, darkest shade possible. It is possible to get away with lower temps by extending the dyeing time, but for deep black color, we always recommend heat...
you cool, i try ;)
Hello I have a 50% acetate and 50% Rayon red dress that has a black stain. If I re-dye the dress will it remove the stain and also will this dye work?
Acetate has a low melting point, so using iDye is a risky option. You will have better luck using Basic Dye to color the acetate fibers. Basic Dye will work on the acetate part of the dress, but no dye will "remove the stain." It can be obscured, but not eliminated. On Rayon, you won't get as dark a color with Black Basic Dye--it will probably look brown. You would need to do a second dyeing to get the rayon black with Procion MX dye. Use the Procion dye in similar conditions to the Basic dye ~160 F on the stove with the addition of Salt and soda ash. (Procion MX is a cold water dye, but you won't get better than a grey with either black without heat). This is a somewhat complex project...but you can do it! Feel free to write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com if you have further questions.
www.jacquardproducts.com/basic-dye
www.jacquardproducts.com/procion-mx
Wonder if this would work on those “hammer” no tie elastic shoestrings. Currently got some rit dye more to try first & see.
In my case it destroyed/melted the fabric elasticity so that was not good but the color worked and is permanent.
Hi, I want to dye lettering on a coat, I can't put the entire coat in a pot of hot water because it will shrink and I just want the white polyester lettering to be crimson. How can I do a ''spot treatment'' with this dye?
What kind of fabric is the shirt made of?
can it work for stretch fabrics (nylon, spandex and polyester)? Even when dyeing in the washing machine? And should I use vinegar?
iDye Poly works great on stretchy synthetics like spandex, polyester and nylon, but the temperature generally needs to be hotter than your washer gets. Acid dyes and iDye Natural also work well on nylon at lower temperatures. With Acid Dyes and iDye Natural you would add vinegar, but that is not necessary with iDye Poly.
@@jacquardproducts So for dyeing spandex, polyester and nylon in the washer using iDye Natural, add vinegar? If so, 1-3 cups of white vinegar? Then after dyeing, using mild detergent (like color guard cheer) in cold water?
@@ScoopNemeth dyeing in a pot on the stove is our recommendation for these materials. Polyester should not be dyed in the washer--you'll want to dye on the stove top and bring the dyebath to a boil. If you want to try dyeing spandex and nylon in the washer, use iDye Natural (or Acid Dye) and then yes, that would be the process. Just make sure to use the hottest possible cycle, with enough water in the tank so the fabric can move freely.
Just wondering I used the exact same dye on some synthetic cycling jerseys colours came out great very vibrant except I found the smell a bit difficult to handle is the product safe on skin?
Yes, the product is safe on skin. Next time, to avoid lingering odor, be sure to wash in hot water right out of the dye bath. Also, did you use Color Intensifier? That is only recommended for polyester, and van contribute to lingering odor on stretchy fabrics.
@@jacquardproducts thanks for the reply I have since washed the jerseys twice now colours are still fairly vibrant I feel more comfortable now
Just one thing to note I did do the process in my kitchen and after nearly an hour of boiling the steam had collected the dye and deposited. It alll over my laminate countertops which was the only bad part about the process had to do a lot of cleaning!
My black dress after dyeing became stained and the color of oil not black 😩😠
So sorry to hear it! If you write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com we'll be happy to help.
do you make any neon/fluro for nylon?
Yes, we do! We offer six different neon / fluorescent colors in the Acid Dye line that are excellent for nylon.
store.jacquardproducts.com/products/acid-dye-set
hi there. I'm thinking about dying my leopard printed bikini in black with the idye poly, but I'm scared that the bikini won't be fully black because the bikini has that print. Do you think it will work out? :)
It depends if the fabric was printed with dye or pigment. If the surface of the fabric has a uniform feel, the dye will probably cover the pattern nicely!
How would I do a swirl or certain patterns with idye poly can you please make a video your videos are so helpful
Hi! I’ve been planning on using iDye Poly to dye a jumpsuit I have. Do you have any recommendations of what type of pot I should use? Since it’s a whole jumpsuit, there’s a lot of fabric that needs to be dyed, and the jumpsuit needs to be floating in the dye freely.
I guess she did not want to answer you. Pretty rude.
IS there a master mix chart for IDye Poly color Combinations?
We recommend emailing techsupport@jacquardproducts.com
I’ve brought a plain white body suit for Halloween, I want to dye it black. It’s 100% Polyester and Nylon. The front is made out of fishnet, and the back is mesh material. Would this work?
I’m soooo stuck on which dye to get 😩x
iDye Poly should work great!!
@@jacquardproducts Ahhh it went a really dark emerald green some reason!! 😂😨
how to dye 94% viscose clothing that allows a maximum heat of 40 degrees Celsius? and those not absorp 'regular' clothing paint?:/
does not change color with regular/organic material paint*
Viscose is a cellulosic fiber, so it can be dyed with Procion MX dyes + Soda Ash, which is a cold water process.
www.jacquardproducts.com/procion-mx
I am dying White Satin to medium to dark Orange, does the color get darker the longer you leave it ? How long would you leave it. ?
Yes, the longer you leave it in, and the hotter the dye bath, the deeper the color will become. We recommend at least a half hour : )
@@jacquardproducts thanks.
I have another dress that I need to make orange, but the colour is a watermelon pink. What colour dye should I use and for how long?
@@KristinaSuhGCR if you write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com they can probably give you some good advice!
Does the fabric have to be wet first or completely dry?
Either way!
the front of my dress is 95% poly, 5% elastane. So do i add the intensifer? (as the elastane is only a small amount?) Also it has black sequins. They will be okay? The back is black so it will stay black? The front is creamish - I'm dying iDye royal blue. How do you think i'll go?
Yes, probably a good idea to use the intensifier, given that the fabric is 95% poly. The sequins should be fine. The black areas should stay black. If you dye a cream color blue, it will probably come out a darker, more "earthy" blue.
BTW, be sure to use iDye Poly, and not iDye for Natural Fabrics! (Royal Blue is a iDye Natural color, not a iDye Poly color). And if you need more assistance, feel free to write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com
@@jacquardproducts thank you, xx
It is an iDye Poly and just says blue. (JID 1451) So will it still be earthy blue? Long weekend in Perth - going to try to be brave and do it. Would you recommend an iDye fixative? or is that just for naturals. ? Thank you for your time, Ruth
@@ruthames4653 the fixative is just for the Natural iDye. iDye Poly doesn't require fixative. The important thing is to get the dye bath up to a rolling boil!
Is it okay to mix colors to create my desired shade/color?
Absolutely!
Hi I have a question - has anyone used this idye poly in washing machine - i do. not own a large pot and don't want to fork out big money on one for a one off dye Thanks
Using iDye Poly in the washer is not recommended, as the water doesn't stay hot long enough to produce deeps colors. It can also be difficult to clean the washer afterward.
On the other hand, iDye for Natural Fabrics does work well in the washer!
Can these be used on a 50/50 Cotton and Polyester blend? Would the results be the same?
On a blended fabric, the iDye Poly will only color the polyester threads. So the resulting color will be a "half shade," with half white (cotton) and colored (polyester) threads. However, you can add iDye Natural to the same dye bath and that will color the cotton threads, giving you a full dye job. In fact, you could add two completely different colors to the same dye bath, one iDyePoly and one iDye Natural, and dye the blended two tonally different colors, since they will selectively dye the different fibers. This is called a "heather" effect. It looks awesome!
Are there people who will dye a polyester dress for me? I don't have the equipment or space to do it myself. It's a 100% polyester maxi sun dress from Temu. It's white.
If you write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com, we might be able to hook you up with someone : )
How do I tie-dye with poly?
You must dip the tied fabric into the hot dye bath. Otherwise, you can use Dye-Na-Flow.
I would not recommend seatbelts, safety standards for vehicles are very regulated, and applying heat to change it could compromise some safety.
How can I remove the excess aniline? I dyed PVC and when I touch it it stains my hands :(
Please write to techsupport@jacquardproducts.com and we'll be happy to advise!
I have a question. I have a piece of kite line laundry. It’s an inflateable Batman, but they made him with a grey cape and I want it black. See my channel to see what I am talking about. The ripstop nylon will melt if it gets too hot. Can this stuff be brushed on? I’m just looking for an option to make coloring his cape as easy as possible.
The nylon should hold up fine in the hot dye bath, as it doesn't get hot enough to melt. If you need assistance, write to us at techsupport@jacquardproducts.com
Well, the problem is trying to dye the cape area as it is attached to the body of the kite and soaking it would be almost impossible without getting it on other areas. Can this stuff be brushed on?
@@mrlionel1965 a better option for brushing color on would be the Dye-Na-Flow: www.jacquardproducts.com/dyenaflow
Thank you. I was not aware of this. This looks like a very viable solution.
How should I dry the clothes when its done ?
Best to air dry on a line
What if the fabric is cotton poly?
On a blended fabric, the iDye Poly will only color the polyester threads. So the resulting color will be a "half shade," with half white (cotton) and colored (polyester) threads. However, you can add iDye Natural to the same dye bath and that will color the cotton threads, giving you a full dye job. In fact, you could add two completely different colors to the same dye bath, one iDyePoly and one iDye Natural, and dye the blended two tonally different colors, since they will selectively dye the different fibers. This is called a "heather" effect. It looks awesome!
My jeans is mixed 80% cotton 20% poly. Any suggestions?
Becasue the fabric is mostly cotton, we recommend using iDye for Natural Fabrics: www.jacquardproducts.com/idye-natural
@@jacquardproducts okay thanks 😊
Doesn't this just melt the polyester?
Nope! Polyester has to get up to about 425F to melt. Boiling water gets no hotter than 212F.
@@jacquardproducts Thank you so much for replying with such detail :)
Just to be sure, 98% polyester would dyeingable? I guess that's my only rescue from almost white to darker green
Yes, absolutely--fabric that is 98% polyester will take the iDye Poly beautifully
can I use it to dye a rain jacket?
Yes, should work well!
@@jacquardproducts thx !
Has anyone tried this on spandex?
iDye Poly works great on Spandex! We just recommend that you DON'T use the included Color Intensifier when dyeing Spandex. Only use the Color Intensifier when dyeing polyester.
No way the idye can effect a stainless steel pot in a way that it can't be used for food later.
Use an old pot never use for food latter !
@@KIKAALEGRIA I used a zinc tub when I dyed my tent and there was no trace on the metal that i could see. But you are right, better to be safe then sorry.
Do you think I cannot longer use the pot after this?
Too bad it’s Burgundy.
was waiting for you to model the swimsuit :)
FRUSTRATING. I was expecting to see tie dying of synthetics just like cotton. All one color??? No. Wtf?!