In this class, you will learn to ice dye! It's super fun and easy. No prior knowledge or experience is necessary. This is great for an introduction to dyeing or if you want to try out a trendy, new technique. Once you know how to ice dye, you will be able to upgrade any light colored fabric made of natural fiber to an awesome, one-of-a-kind piece—giving new life to tired clothes like this long sleeve tee:

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Ice dyeing is similar to tie dye in that it uses the same dye supplies, but—instead of binding fabric—ice is used for the application of the dyes. The ice will melt, creating unique patterns that you could not recreate with typical tie dyeing. You never know what you're going to end up with, and that's what makes it so fun!

Dye supplies:

Procion MX fiber reactive dye (Jacquard or similar)
Soda ash dye fixer (Jacquard or similar)
Synthrapol detergent for pre-wash and post-wash (Jacquard or similar)

Tools and materials:

Light colored t-shirt or fabric (must contain cotton, linen, hemp, or rayon to dye)
Ice (cubed, crushed, or snow)
Metal rack from your oven, shelving, laundry basket, etc...
Tub or tray to protect surface below
Bucket or large bowl for soaking fabric
N95 face mask to avoid breathing in dye powder
Rubber gloves to keep hands clean
Small spoon to disperse dye powder

Johanna Whetstone

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