For this porject I am creating a gradation ombré effect that will go from dark navy to a lighter turquoise. I took my four bundles of warp yarns and planned out the perfect mix of color for each bundle.
First fill all four buckets with warm water, about 2/3 full, or enough to cover the yarn or fabric your about to dye.
Soak the bundles of yarn in the water.
Mix the dyes. 3 teaspoons of dye powder with enough water to dissolve the powder. I used a combination of three colors: navy, teal blue and canary yellow.
Lift the yarn bundles, pour in the dye, and submerge the yarns. Let sit for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Mix a salt solution. 2/3 cup salt to 1 cup of water. Stir to dissolve. Pour into the bucket, stir and let sit for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Mix the soda solution. 3 tablespoons soda to 1 cup water. Mix into the bucket and let sit for 10-20 minutes.
Rinse out the yarns until the water runs clean.
Let dry and enjoy the beautiful colors.
Be Bold.
peace&love
Rebecca
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