How do you fix procion MX dye?
Both animal (protein) and plant (cellulose) fibres need a fixing chemical to make the dye permanent when using Procion MX dyes. However you don’t need anything scary for this, just citric acid powder (or white vinegar) for animal fibres and sodium carbonate (washing soda crystals) for plant fibres.
How do you use MX reactive dyes?
Mix 9 Tbl (80 gm) PRO Dye Activator or Soda Ash and 1 gallon (4 liters) of 110F (43C) water. Soak fabric in SOAK SOLUTION for 10-15 minutes with occasional stirring. Wearing rubber gloves, wring out fabric well. DO NOT RINSE Let fabric dry or apply dye while cloth is damp.
How long does procion dye need to set?
8-24 hours
Fiber reactive dyes, such as Procion MX dyes or the Tulip One-Step tie-dye kits, need to sit for 8-24 hours for the best results.
How long is procion MX dye good for?
The concentrated Procion MX dye powders have a long shelf life when stored under dry, cool, airtight conditions but quickly loose intensity once in solution. It is therefore best to make up small quantities as required and use within 10 days. Solutions can also be stored for up to 3 months in a freezer.
Can you machine wash procion dye?
The full range of PROCION MX dyes are suitable for dyeing in the washing machine and an even wider range of shades can be achieved by mixing the PROCION MX dyes. The PROCION MX dyes are extremely versatile and can be dyed on a 40ºc or 50ºc washing cycle.
Can I use soy wax for batik?
There are several waxes that can be used for making batiks, all of which will produce slightly different results. Standard Batik Wax is a blend of beeswax and paraffin wax but soya wax makes a good alternative.
What is the best wax to use for batik?
Batik is an ancient form of resist dyeing. Traditionally batik is done using batik wax, a blend of paraffin wax and bee’s wax. Today we have a very user-friendly way of doing batik using soy wax, as an alternative to traditional batik wax.
How long will mixed procion dye last?
Once the dye powder is mixed with water it should be used within 3 days for the best, brightest results but some colors work fine for up to 2 weeks. If the dyes are combined with soda ash, they weaken FAST – they may last for an hour or so – again each color is different.
What happens if you let tie-dye sit too long?
Can you let tie-dye sit too long? Yes, waiting more than 24 hours after dyeing may result in dark patches of color. Waiting too long may cause the shirt to dry up. A dry shirt can result in uneven coloration.
Can you microwave procion dye?
They require heat for vat dyeing and steam setting for direct application. Some folks use the microwave in creative ways. Procion is not highly recommended for wool as many of the colors break down under the high heat that wool needs in order to dye properly.
Do you need soda ash for procion dye?
Soda Ash dye fixer is a mild alkali that promotes the chemical reaction between Procion MX fiber reactive dyes and cellulose fiber. It is also known as sodium carbonate, washing soda or salt soda. Soda Ash is necessary to activate and set Procion MX dye.
What is Synthrapol made of?
We begin today with the special detergent Synthrapol, used in several phases of dyeing; it is composed of water, isopropanol* and detergent. It will remove sizing from the fabric before coloring, remove excess dye, and, my favorite use, it serves as a concentrated wetting agent, i.e., a surfacant.
How do you resist wax dye?
In wax or paste resists, melted wax or some form of paste is applied to cloth before being dipped in dye. Wherever the resist medium has seeped through the fabric, the dye will not penetrate. Sometimes several colors are used, with a series of steps including dyeing, drying, and the repeated application of the resist.