How to Dye a Used Shirt

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1 - 3 horas

Introdução

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!

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Passo 1 How to Dye a Used Shirt

The dye used for this guide is Rit DyeMore.

The dye used for this guide is Rit DyeMore.
Buy the product and make sure to read the instructions on the bottle.
Weigh your shirt & follow instructions on the bottle to determine how much dye is needed.
Pre-wash your clothing item and prepare your materials and work area.

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Passo 2

Add enough water in a stainless steel pot to let the clothing item move freely.

Add enough water in a stainless steel pot to let the clothing item move freely.

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Passo 3

Add 1 tsp of dish detergent.

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Passo 4

Cover the pot and let the water reach close to boiling temperature ~200 degrees Fahrenheit.

Cover the pot and let the water reach close to boiling temperature ~200 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Passo 5

Add the desired amount of dye to the water and turn the stove top temperature to simmer.

Add the desired amount of dye to the water and turn the stove top temperature to simmer.

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Passo 6

Place wet clothing item in the solution.

Place wet clothing item in the solution.
Stir slowly for 10 minutes.

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Passo 7

After the desired color is achieved, remove the item from the solution.

Rinse the clothing item with warm water and gradually cooler water until the water runs clear.

After the desired color is achieved, remove the item from the solution.
Rinse the clothing item with warm water and gradually cooler water until the water runs clear.
Wash clothing item in warm water, dry and enjoy your new clothing item!