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Opulence Acid Dyes
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Use Them For...
Dyeing all protein fibers, fabrics and washable garments. Silk, wool (cashmere, angora, mohair, alpaca), feathers and most nylons.
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About Them...
As alarming as the name acid dye sounds, they contain no dangerous chemicals. The only acid involved is the white vinegar added to bond the colour to the fiber. The concentrated powders are packaged
in convenient re-closeable 15 gram or 50 gram jars. The basic colours may be combined for an infinite variety. They may be measured as powders or made into a liquid stock solution for easy accurate
colour mixing. They may be used in a washing machine or on the stove top. The dyes exhaust in the dye bath, meaning the less dye you see in the water the more you will have in the fiber.
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How To Fix Them...
Probably the easiest immersion dyes to use. They require only hot water and plain household distilled white vinegar for fixation.
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Great Because...
Opulence acid dyes offer exceptionally clean, strong colour, both brilliant and colour fast. They are very versatile and amenable to variations in procedure. The dyes may be used with simple basic
procedures for casual dyeing or with technically controlled procedures for repeated predictable results. Casual dyeing of garments or fabric may be done in a washing machine. The dyes are economical,
a 15 gram (1/2 oz) package will dye over 2 pounds of fabric a median colour.
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What You Need...
The dyes, our pure water softener for hard water only, plain distilled white household vinegar and TNA Soap for the final washout.
For the stove top method a non reactive pot, stainless steel or enamel. Do not use aluminum, copper or galvanized metal.
Mask and gloves.
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What It Can Do...
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About Safety...
Acid dyes are not harmful if used properly. Handle the dye powders carefully, measure them in a well ventilated area away from the kitchen. Avoid contact with skin and eyes,
wear gloves, eye protection and a dust mask. Avoid skin contact with liquid dyes, wear gloves and use implements for stirring. Do not cross contaminate with cooking pots or utensils. Keep from reach
of children and pets. Use common sense and good housekeeping. MSDS available upon request.
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The Colours...
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#100 Lemon
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#310 Red
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#510 Blue
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#700 Brown
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#300 Magenta
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#500 Cyan
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#520 Navy
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#800 Black
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Prices...
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15 gram jar - $8.00
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50 gram jar - $18.00
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