Introduction
If you have a stain that you just can’t get out but you love your shirt, this is the guide for you. This guide will lead you step-by-step in dying an old shirt so it doesn't contribute to land-fill waste! Keep in mind that as you may be working with dyes, there may be a mess involved, so working with this in mind may reduce cleanup.
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Buy the product and make sure to read the instructions on the bottle.
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Weigh your shirt & follow instructions on the bottle according to weight to determine how much dye is needed.
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Pre-wash your clothing item and prepare your materials and work area.
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Add enough water in a stainless steel pot to let the clothing item move freely. This is shown by the clothing floating within the pot.
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Add the desired amount of dye that was measured via the bottle to the water and turn the stove top temperature to simmer.
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After the desired color is achieved, remove the item from the solution.
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Rinse the clothing item with warm water .
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Gradually use cooler water until the water runs clear.
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To finish, wash clothing item in warm water, dry and enjoy your new clothing item!
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Enjoy your new wardrobe!
