The Dylon Hand Dye Fabric Dye Sachet in Espresso Brown is designed for anyone looking to easily refresh or transform smaller textile items and craft projects with a rich, deep brown hue. Its primary benefit is providing vibrant color to natural fabrics like cotton, linen, silk, and wool. However, users should note that it is not suitable for synthetic materials and may yield lighter shades on mixed fabrics, requiring 250g of salt per sachet for best results.
Espresso Brown Shade: Achieve a deep, natural, and rich brown tone for your fabrics.
50g Sachet: Perfectly portioned for dyeing smaller items such as shorts, vests, socks, and delicate fabrics.
Versatile Fabric Compatibility: Ideal for natural materials including wool, silk, cotton, linen, and viscose.
Hand Dyeing Method: Offers an easy-to-use, hands-on application process that doesn't require a washing machine.
Dyeing Capacity: One sachet can dye 250g of fabric to a full, rich shade, or up to 500g for lighter, more subtle tones.
Salt Requirement: Formulated to work best with the addition of 250g of salt per sachet, which helps in color absorption and vibrancy.
Project Suitability: Great for revitalizing clothes, soft furnishings, or adding new life to creative craft projects.
Easy Application: Simple hand-dyeing process makes it accessible for beginners and small projects.
Vibrant Color: Delivers a rich, deep Espresso Brown shade on suitable fabrics.
Delicate Fabric Friendly: Safe for use on wool and silk, which can be sensitive to machine dyeing.
Cost-Effective for Small Items: Ideal for updating small garments or accessories without needing larger dye packs.
Wide Natural Fabric Compatibility: Works well with most common natural fibers.
Color Customization: Ability to achieve full or lighter shades by adjusting fabric weight.
Requires Additional Salt: An extra ingredient (250g of salt) must be purchased and added for best results.
Not for Synthetics: Ineffective on synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon.
Variable Results on Blends: Mixed fabrics may dye to a lighter or uneven shade.
Hand Dyeing Only: Not suitable for machine dyeing, which might be preferred for larger items or convenience.
Potential for Mess: Hand dyeing can be messier than machine dyeing and requires careful handling to avoid staining surfaces or hands.
Pre-Dye May Be Needed: For changing from a strong original color, an additional pre-dye product might be necessary.
Easy Application: Simple hand-dyeing process makes it accessible for beginners and small projects.
Vibrant Color: Delivers a rich, deep Espresso Brown shade on suitable fabrics.
Delicate Fabric Friendly: Safe for use on wool and silk, which can be sensitive to machine dyeing.
Cost-Effective for Small Items: Ideal for updating small garments or accessories without needing larger dye packs.
Wide Natural Fabric Compatibility: Works well with most common natural fibers.
Color Customization: Ability to achieve full or lighter shades by adjusting fabric weight.
Requires Additional Salt: An extra ingredient (250g of salt) must be purchased and added for best results.
Not for Synthetics: Ineffective on synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon.
Variable Results on Blends: Mixed fabrics may dye to a lighter or uneven shade.
Hand Dyeing Only: Not suitable for machine dyeing, which might be preferred for larger items or convenience.
Potential for Mess: Hand dyeing can be messier than machine dyeing and requires careful handling to avoid staining surfaces or hands.
Pre-Dye May Be Needed: For changing from a strong original color, an additional pre-dye product might be necessary.
Dylon Hand Dye in Espresso Brown is specifically designed for small-scale dyeing projects and delicate fabrics. A single 50g sachet, when used with 250g of salt, is optimized to dye 250g of dry fabric to a full, rich Espresso Brown. If you're aiming for a lighter, more subtle brown, the same sachet can color up to 500g of fabric.
Best Use Cases:
Small Garments: Ideal for refreshing items like t-shirts, shorts, vests, socks, or even underwear.
Delicate Fabrics: Perfect for adding color to wool or silk scarves, lingerie, or small garments that require gentle handling.
Craft Projects: Excellent for dyeing fabric scraps, ribbons, lace, or small home decor items for crafting.
Color Refreshment: Use to rejuvenate faded brown items or give a new brown tint to light-colored natural fabrics.
Achieving Optimal Results:
Fabric Weight is Key: Always weigh your dry fabric before starting. Overloading the dye bath with too much fabric for a single sachet will result in a significantly lighter shade than desired.
Salt is Essential: The 250g of salt isn't optional; it's crucial for the dye to fix properly to the fabric, ensuring vibrant and lasting color.
Thorough Agitation: For even dyeing, ensure the fabric is fully submerged and constantly agitated during the dyeing process to prevent streaks or patchy results.
Consider Original Color: Remember that dye adds to the existing color. If you're dyeing a fabric with a strong original color (e.g., bright red or blue) and want a true Espresso Brown, using a Dylon Pre-Dye first can strip the original color and provide a neutral base.
Prepare Fabric: Ensure your fabric is clean and damp. Wash new items to remove any finishes that might resist dye.
Gather Supplies: You will need the Dylon Hand Dye sachet, 250g of salt (table salt is fine), a large bowl or bucket (non-food use recommended), rubber gloves, and a stirring stick or spoon.
Dissolve Dye: Cut open the sachet and dissolve the dye powder thoroughly in approximately 500ml of warm water. Stir until there are no undissolved particles.
Prepare Dye Bath: Fill your chosen container with enough warm water to completely cover the fabric freely (around 6 liters for 250g fabric). Add the dissolved dye and the 250g of salt. Stir well to combine.
Add Fabric: Carefully immerse the damp fabric into the dye bath. Ensure it is fully submerged and unfold any creases.
Dyeing Process: Stir continuously for the first 10-15 minutes, then stir regularly for the next 45-50 minutes, or until the desired shade is achieved. The total dyeing time is typically 1 hour.
Rinse: Once dyed, carefully remove the fabric from the bath. Rinse the fabric thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear. Gradual rinsing from warm to cold water can help.
Suitable Fabrics: Cotton, linen, viscose, wool, and silk. These natural fibers absorb the dye most effectively.
Mixed Fabrics: While natural fibers in a blend will dye, synthetic components (like polyester or nylon in a cotton blend) will not, leading to a lighter, possibly mottled, or heathered effect depending on the blend ratio.
Unsuitable Fabrics: Polyester, nylon, acrylic, and other 100% synthetic materials will not take this dye.
Initial Wash: For the first few washes after dyeing, wash the dyed item separately or with similar dark colors to prevent any potential dye transfer.
Water Temperature: Wash in cool to warm water. High temperatures may cause color fading over time.
Detergent: Use a mild detergent.
Drying: Air drying is recommended to preserve color vibrancy. If using a machine dryer, use a low heat setting.
Storage: Store dyed items away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.