
Jacquard Indigo Tie Dye Kit
Jacquard Indigo Tie Dye Kit
- This kit brings the ancient art of indigo dyeing to the home dyer in a user-friendly formulation
- Indigo dye, which comes from a plant, is one of the oldest dyes used for colouring fabrics and the one still used today to colour blue jeans
- This natural dye process has long been used in many cultures around the world
- The unique characteristics of indigo dyeing make it easy to create wonderful resist patterns on fabric
- With a resurgence of interest in indigo and ethnic patterning in the fashion world, this kit is sure to be a winner!
- For ages 8+
- Dyes up to 15 yards/5 lbs (2.27 kg) of fabric or 15 T-shirts
- Dye bath lasts for several weeks
Note: You will need to supply:
- 5 gal/18.93 L bucket with lid
- Long stick for stirring
- Water
- Natural fabrics or yarn
How to set up an indigo vat:
Included in this kit:
- Jacquard's Pre-reduced Indigo
- Reducing Agent
- Soda Ash
- 1 Pair of Gloves
- 2 Wood Blocks
- 2 Popsicle Sticks
- 2 Sizes of Rubber bands
- Quick Start Instructions
- Instruction Booklet with tying patterns and historical/cultural overview of Indigo