Dye by Jacquard

• Brand: Jacquard
• Product type: Dye
• UPC: 743772263906

Dye from Jacquard.

For over 35 years, Jacquard has been dedicated to meeting the needs of artists and crafters everywhere. Family owned and operated, we have been the leader in artist materials for fabric and are committed to offering top quality materials to everyone from professional artists to hobbyists and students. Jacquard's Acid Dye beautifully colors protein fibers with ease. Hard-to-dye fibers such as wool, silk, alpaca, feathers, animal fur and nylon take the dye like a magnet when submerged in the dye bath. The self-leveling dye ensures perfectly even colors with no blotchiness or streaks. Acid dye lends itself to bright, vibrant colors including fluorescents! Create dazzling fiber works with the 48 colors available. To prepare the dye bath, heat a pot of water on a stove to 180 degrees F (80 degrees C) and add the dye. How much dye you need will depend on how much fabric you are using and the desired color. Review the technical information sheet for specific measurements. We also suggest doing a test swatch to ensure the shade is perfect for your project. Once the dye is mixed, add your pre-soaked fabric, ensuring the piece can move freely in the dye bath. Then, add your acid of choice, whether it is vinegar or citric acid. This is the only acid involved in the process, the dye itself is not acidic. The acid creates a chemical reaction that binds the dye to the fibers and makes them permanent. You can watch as the dye is magnetized to the fibers, leaving only the water behind to be