NBR Rit dye

boymamaco

I really have no idea if this is possible so hoping you can help me out. I have a cream colored dress that I'd like to wear to a wedding. I'd rather not wear the color cream so was thinking about dying it. I haven't used Rit dye since middle school to tiedye tshirts so am totally clueless. Would this work? Any special considerations? I do have other dress options too so if this is a terrible idea please say so!

lkobriant

I don't see why you couldn't.  If anything I'd take the dress with you to a fabric store (JoAnns, Hobby Lobby, etc) and get their opinion as it will depend on the fabric and style of the dress.

mommabmb

You can use rit, but there are probably more professional dye options. I like rit for sheets or something, but for something I am going to wear i usually use the higher end ones. I agree with going to a craft store and seeing the options! 

mommabmb

Another thought: you may try the crafty moms board. I've gotten good tips from there before.

V&G101808

I've heard that Dylon brand works a bit better than Rit for the at-home fabric dryer.  It's powder based so it's suggested that you do it in an open area with lots of ventilation and avoid breathing any of it in.

RoosterMemphis

I like Dylon. They don't have a wide variety of color choices though, but IMO it works much better than RIT. You can get it at Hobby Lobby. 

boymamaco

Perfect thank you! I'm going to be near a HL so will check it out.

maginell

Theusualmischief:

Totally depends on the fabric. nbsp;Anything natural should take the dye cotton, wool, etc, synthetic tends to resist and cause uneven dying. nbsp;Also, since it is a dress you already have, make sure to wash it before dying, any sort of residue on the fabric can also cause uneven dye job. nbsp;If you know your washer likes to leave traces of detergent you might want to wash by hand or send it through a couple times without soap. nbsp;Also, just because the fabric of the dress is natural doesn't mean the thread is. nbsp;I have dyed several things that had synthetic threads that did not take the dye at all, so you may want to consider a light color so the white threads don't stand out so much if they are indeed synthetic. nbsp;Make sure to follow the instructions as on the box. nbsp;I have dyed lots of stuff, so let me know if you have other questions!

All of this! Also, be safe... There is an Aug 13 thread from a few days back called "crafty moms" where I listed important safety precautions with dyes. If you can have someone else dye it for you, all the better.

Texasmomma13

It;s really going to depend on the fabric. Check the label and look online for detailed instruction regarding that fabric. I actually dyed the slip for wedding gown 2 years ago using store bought rit dye in my washer. It was my something blue. It turned out great but I had to let it sit longer because it was a poly blend. Also, if you use your washer, make sure you run a cycle with washing machine cleaner on HOT immediately after, maybe even two. That should get rid of the residue.