Dyeing materials
Equipment

Equipment and Materials suggested for Dyeing Fly Tying Materials:

1. Apron - to protect clothes from dye splashes.
2. Teaspoon or spatula - for measuring out dye powder.
3. Malt vinegar or acetic acid - dye fixative.
4. measure - for 10ml of vinegar i.e. a tablespoon.
5. Measuring jug - for one litre or one pint of water.
6. Stainless steel saucepan - with matching sieve. (Enamel or metal are OK)
7. Tongs - or long tweezers.
8. Small sieve - for small items.
9. Slotted spoon - for bulk dying several items.
10. Venpol - or Lux Flakes.
11. Veniard de-greaser - for heavily soiled items.
12. LARGE supply of newspapers.
13. Thermometer - Suitable for purpose, reading up to 100 degrees Centigrade

I have never needed Venpol or Veniard de-greaser. I soak all materials to be dyed in a mixture of warm water and washing up liquid. The same amount as for normal washing of dishes. After soaking rinse in cold water. Be very careful if you dye materials in the kitchen. You are using a permanent dye and if you are not careful parts of your kitchen can end up the same colour.

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