Dyed Cheesecloth Table Runner

SUPPLIES & TOOLS:

• Rit All-Purpose Liquid Dye: Tangerine, Cocoa Brown and Scarlet
• ColorStay Dye Fixative
• Cheesecloth
• Container or Stainless Steel Sink for Dyeing
• Measuring Cup
• Salt
• Dish Soap
• Gloves
• Plastic Table Cover
• Paper Towels

DIRECTIONS:

1. Cover work area with plastic table cover and have paper towels handy to protect against any possible spills. Gather supplies.
2. Before dyeing, remove any visible stains on the shoe and pre-wash in warm soap water without any fabric softener. This helps to remove any finishes that may interfere with dye absorption.
3. Fill container or sink with 3 gallons of hot water (140F).
4. Shake bottles and add Rit Dye All-Purpose Liquid Dyes into dyebath, stir well. We used the Harvest Color Formula: 1/2 Cup Tangerine, 2 Tbsp Cocoa Brown and 2 Tbsp Scarlet.
5. Add 1 cup of salt and 1 tsp of dish soap to promote level dyeing.
6. Cut off a piece of cheesecloth to use as a swatch and dip it into the dyebath to test the color. Add more water or dye depending on the saturation you're going for.
7. Once you're satisfied with the color, submerge cheesecloth into dyebath wearing gloves and stir continuously for 10-15 minutes or until desired color is achieved.
8. Optional: use Rit ColorStay Dye Fixative to enhance color, increase color retention and prevent dye from bleeding.
9. Rinse runner under cold water until water begins to run clear.
10. Hand wash in mild detergent and hang to dry.