Simply choose the technique that is best for the item to be dyed. For large items, like bedspreads, curtains, sheets or a set of towels, use the washing machine. For a small or delicate item such as a blouse or slip, or for light colors, use a sink or bucket. For a heavy fabric like jeans that will be dyed black, brown, dark green or navy blue, use a pot on top of the stove. For details, see Five Easy Steps to Successful Dyeing.
Rubber gloves offer insulation from the hot water and protect hands and nails from staining.
Using the washing machine is the easiest way to achieve great results with Rit Dye. Click here for complete and easy directions for using the Washing Machine . Use the stove top method when dyeing heavy fabric such as jeans, or dyeing to a very dark color like Black, Dark Brown, Dark Green or Navy Blue. Follow our directions for the Stove Top technique to assure long lasting, rich color. Use the bucket or sink method when dyeing small or delicate items to a light or medium shade.