10 Mistakes To Avoid When Acid Dyeing | Dyeing Wool with Acid Dyes

Avoid these common mistakes when dyeing yarn with acid dyes and get vibrant, professional results every time!

I'm sharing 10 easy-to-avoid errors in this video that can lead to uneven color, fading, and muddy hues. Learn how to properly prepare your yarn, control the dye bath temperature, and more. Perfect for beginner and intermediate yarn dyers!

Tools and Materials for Acid Dyeing Wool:
Acid dyes
Jaquard Acid dye kit with dye recipe card: https://amzn.to/3Fnge3t
White vinegar or citric acid
Stainless steel pot
Long stainless steel spoon
Wool yarn
Measuring spoons

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Chapters:
00:00 - Intro and Materials
03:23 - Mistake 1 Materials
04:23 - Mistake 2 Scouring
06:15 - Mistake 3 Tools
09:25 - Mistake 4 Dye
11:00 - Mistake 5 Heat
12:59 - Mistake 6 Time
13:38 - Mistake 7 Timing
14:36 - Mistake 8 Stirring
15:05 - Mistake 9 Rushing
16:18 - Mistake 10 Rinsing

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