Color Formula Guide - Rit Dye

1 COPYRIGHT 2005 - 2018 NAKOMA PRODUCTS LLC. ALL RIGHTS Formula GuideTAbLE Of CONTENTS 2 COLORIT Formula GUIDEW elcome!Our All-Purpose and DyeMore shades are only the beginning. This Guide features 500+ formulas that we have developed so that you can mix our dyes to create so many more colors. The first few pages of this Guide highlight how to use and scale our formulas. Each page after that features a complete palette of shades in each Color group. 03 Dye Tips 07 Yellow 00 Yellow Orange Peach 00 Orange 00 Warm Red 00 Cool Red 00 Purple 00 Red Violet 00 Pink 00 Blue Violet 00 Blue 00 Blue Green 00 Green 00 Yellow Green 00 Brown 00 Neutral 00 Fall Fashion 00 Fall Home DecorTable of ContentsTIPS fOR DYEING 3 COLORIT Formula GUIDEDye Method Use the sink or bucket method for general projects.

2 Use the stovetop method if you are trying to achieve as bold of a Color as possible or working with Rit DyeMore Synthetic Fiber Dye. Use the washing machine method if you are dyeing large or Liquid DyeAll of our formulas are listed with liquid dye measurements. If you are using powder dye, refer to our conversion chart on page 5. Amount of Dye and WaterAll of our formulas are based on dyeing one pound of fabric with three gallons of water. Our guidance on how to scale our formulas is on page for DyeingDye TypeUse Rit All-Purpose Dye if you are working with cotton, linen, silk, wool, rayon, ramie or Rit DyeMore Synthetic Fiber Dye if you are working with fabric that contains more than 35% polyester, acrylic or acetate.

3 ColorThe colors shown in this Guide are based on the following standards: Rit All-Purpose Dye: White 100% cotton dyed at 140 F for 30 minutes Rit DyeMore Synthetic Fiber Dye: White 100% polyester dyed at 200 F for 30 minutesThe final Color of your project may be lighter or darker depending on the fabric content, temperature and time in dyebath. (See Test Color below). If the fabric you are working with (a) has an existing Color and (b) is cotton, linen, wool, ramie, rayon, some silks or blends containing these fabrics, you can remove or reduce its Color prior to dyeing with Rit Color Remover. Unfortunately, Rit Color Remover will most likely not work on synthetic fabrics. Tip: The sink or bucket and stovetop methods are the best for mixing colors, letting you easily tweak dye amounts to get just the right fOR DYEING 4 COLORIT Formula GUIDETips for DyeingTest ColorWe strongly recommend testing the Color of your dyebath before dyeing.

4 If you are using Rit All-Purpose Dye, the most realistic test would be to use a scrap piece of fabric from the garment you are dyeing. However, you can also test Color by dipping a paper towel into the dyebath. If you are using Rit DyeMore Synthetic Fiber Dye, w e recommend first heating up the dyebath on your stove to almost boiling. The most realistic test would be to use a scrap piece of fabric from the garment you are dyeing and leave it in the dyebath for 5 minutes. If a scrap piece of fabric isn t available, then use a fabric swatch that has a similar fiber makeup as the garment (if available). Unfortunately, using a paper towel to test Color will not give you a close representation of how the Color will appear on your synthetic fabric.

5 It is worth a try if you do not have a swatch available, but please keep in mind that it won t provide you with an exact match for Color . If the Color is too light, add more dye; if the Color is too dark, add more water. If more dye is needed, add dye in increments of 1/4 to 1 teaspoon, depending upon the recipe or amount of fabric being dyed. If the Color is too dark, add hot water in 1 to 2 cup increments, depending upon the size of the dyebath and the amount of fabric being Color and Reduce BleedingWe strongly recommend using Rit ColorStay Dye Fixative immediately after dyeing to reduce bleeding and enhance the Color of your dye project. Works on cotton, linen, rayon, ramie and blends containing these fabrics.

6 POwDER TO LIqUID CONVERSION 5 COLORIT Formula GUIDEP owder to Liquid ConversionLiquid4 bottles3 bottles2 bottles1 bottle1/2 cup6 tablespoons1/4 cup (4 tablespoons)2 tablespoon (6 teaspoons)5 teaspoons4 teaspoons1 Tablespoon (3 teaspoons)2 teaspoons1 teaspoon1/2 teaspoon1/4 teaspoon1/8 teaspoon1/16 teaspoon1/32 teaspoon1/64 teaspoon8 packages6 packages4 packages2 packages1 package1 1/2 Tablespoons1 Tablespoons1 1/2 teaspoons1 1/4 teaspoon1 teaspoon3/4 teaspoon1/2 teaspoon1/4 teaspoon1/8 teaspoon1/16 teaspoon1/32 teaspoon1/64 teaspoon1/128 teaspoon1/256 teaspoonPowderAll of our formulas are listed with liquid dye measurements. If you are using powder dye, use this conversion chart to convert the liquid measurements in our formulas to powder A Formula 6 COLORIT Formula GUIDEC hoose Your DyebathUse the below chart to determine which dyebath size you need for your project.

7 Scaling a FormulaConversion ChartsThe formulas on this Guide are for a 3 gallon dyebath. Use this chart to scale a Formula up or :Socks Tights Buttons & Ribbons Skein of Yarn Gloves Headbands Jewelry Large:2-4 Jeans 2-4 Pants 3-6 Tops 3-6 Shirts 3-6 Shorts 2-3 Dresses Jacket 2-3 Sweaters Medium:Shoes Napkins Jeans Pants To p Skirt Shorts Dress Throw 2-4 Towels Curtains Sheet 1-2 Cushion Covers Table Cloth Scarf Pillow Cover Sweater Towel Undergarments Cushion Cover Rope Table Runner General Conversions4 Cups or Quart3 Gallont = teaspoon T = TablespoonAmount of Water in Dyebath6 Gallon or Washer8 t4 t2 t1 t1/2 t1/4 t1/8 t1/16 t1/32 t1/64 t2 bottles1 bottle1/2 cup1/4 cup2 T1 T1 1/2 t3/4 t1/2 t1/4 t4 bottles2 bottles1 bottle 1/2 cup1/4 cup2 T1 T1 1/2 t3/4 t1/4 tFor Fractions Less Than 1/4 TeaspoonMake a solution containing 2 cups hot water with 1 teaspoons dye.

8 From that solution add the amount on the right to the dyebath. Sometimes converting a recipe can result in small fractions. follow the chart below when needing to measure an amount below Amount1/4 Cup2 Tablespoons1 Tablespoon1 1/2 teaspoon3/4 teaspoon1/2 teaspoon1/4 teaspoonMeasurement Needed1/8 t1/16 t1/32 t1/64 t1/128 t1/256 t1/512 tBlue 7 COlORIT Formula GuIDeAll-Purpose DyesBlue FormulasDella Robbia Blue 2 tbs Royal Blue Baleine Blue 1/2 Cup Royal Blue 6 tbs Aquamarine 1/4 Cup Evening BlueMaui 1 tbs Evening Blue 1 1/2 tsp Teal Stratosphere 1 1/2 tsp Evening Blue 3/4 tsp Teal Vivid Blue 3/4 Cup Aquamarine 1 tbs Evening Blue 1 1/2 tsp HyacinthInfinity 1/4 Cup Denim Blue 1 tbs Hyacinth True Navy 1/2 Cup Denim Blue 1 tbs Hyacinth Nebulas Blue 1/2 Cup Aquamarine 6 tbs Royal Blue 1 tbs HyacinthSargasso Sea 3/4 Cup Denim

9 Blue 3 tbs Navy Blue 2 tbs BlackLittle Boy Blue 3 tbs Aquamarine 1 tbs Royal Blue Sailor Blue 3/4 Cup Denim Blue 1/4 Cup Emerald Green Island Paradise 1/4 Cup Aquamarine 1/4 tsp Lemon Yellow Niagara 1/4 Cup Evening Blue 2 tbs Teal Lapis Blue 14 tbs Royal Blue 10 tbs Aquamarine Marina 1/2 Cup Aquamarine 1 tbs Hyacinth 1 tbs Royal BluePeriwinkle 1/4 Cup Royal Blue 2 tbs Hyacinth 1 tbs Charcoal GreyCountry Blue 6 tbs Teal 1/4 Cup Pearl Gret 3 tbs Royal BlueSlate 1 Bottle Teal 1/2 cup Navy Blue Serenity 1 1/2 tsp Royal Blue 3/4 tsp Hyacinth River-side 1/4 Cup Denim Blue 1/4 Cup Evening Blue Airy Blue 1 tbs Evening Blue 1 1/2 tsp Aquamarine Aquamarine 1 tbs Aquamarine 1 1/2 tsp Evening Blue 1 1/2 tsp Pearl GreyDusk Blue 2 tbs Evening Blue 1 tbs Pearl Grey 1 1/2 tsp AquamarineClassic Blue 1 1/4 Cup Royal Blue 1/4 Cup Aquamarine Reflecting Pond 1 3/4 Cup Teal 1 3/4 Cup Evening Blue 10 tbs BlackPlacid Blue 1 tbs Royal Blue Royal Blue 14 tbs Hyacinth 6 tbs Royal Blue Bright Cobalt 3/4 Cup Royal Blue 3/4 Cup Aquamarine 1/4 Cup Evening BlueMonaco Blue 3/4 Cup Royal Blue 6 tbs Aquamarine 2 tbs Navy BlueMykonos Blue 1 1/2 cups Evening Blue 3/4 Cup Aquamarine 6 tbs TealBlue 8 COlORIT Formula GuIDeAll-Purpose DyesBlue FormulasSodalite Blue 1 1/2 Cups Royal Blue 3/4 Cup Hyacinth 1/4 Cup AquamarineOlympian Blue 1 Bottle Royal Blue 1/2 Cup Aquamarine 2 tbs HyacinthRegatta 1/2 Cup Aquamarine 5 tbs Royal Blue Blue

10 Curacao 1 1/2 cups Aquamarine 1 tbs Teal Marine Blue 2 tbs Royal Blue 1 tbs Evening Blue Blue Turquoise 6 tbs Aquamarine 1 tbs Royal Blue Peacock Blue 2 tbs Evening Blue 2 tbs Royal Blue Teal Blue 1/2 Cup Aquamarine 2 tbs Royal Blue Dark Denim 1/2 Cup Denim Blue 2 tbs Hyacinth 2 tbs Royal BlueMisty Lavender 1/4 Cup Hyacinth 2 tbs Pearl Grey Bright Navy 1 1/4 Cups Royal Blue 1/4 Cup Aquamarine 2 tbs HyacinthDenim 3/4 Cup Evening Blue 2 tbs Navy Blue Light Blue 1 tbs Royal Blue 1/2 tsp Petal Pink Black Blue 1 Bottle Denim Blue 1/4 Cup Black Purple Blue 1 Bottle Denim Blue 1/4 Cup Navy Blue Purple Impression 1 1/2 tsp Denim Blue 1 1/2 tsp Purple Blue Bell 1 tbs Aquamarine 1 tbs Royal Blue Niagara 1/2 Cup Evening Blue 1/4 Cup Teal Milky Blue 1 tbs Evening Blue 1 1/2 tsp Teal Heritage Blue 2 tbs Evening Blue 1 tbs Aquamarine 1 1/2 tsp Pearl GreyBlue Yonder 6 tbs Royal Blue 2 tbs Aquamarine 1 tbs HyacinthFaded Denim 1 tbs Charcoal Gray 1 tbs Royal Blue Spectrum Blue 3/4 Cup Hyacinth 1/2 Cup Royal Blue Estate Blue 1 Bottle Evening Blue 1 Bottle Navy Blue Deep Cobalt 1 Bottle Hyacinth 1/2 Cup Aquamarine 1/2 Cup Navy BlueArtic Ice 2 tbs Pearl Grey 1 tbs Hyacinth Forever Blue 1 tbs Denim Blue 1 tbs Pearl Grey Insignia Blue 1 1/2 cups Evening Blue 1 Bottle Navy Blue 1 Bottle Denim BlueBlue Steel 1/2 Cup Denim Blue 1/4 Cup Emerald Green Star Sapphire 3/4 Cup Royal Blue 3/4 Cup Aquamarine Blue 9 COlORIT