When to Add Soda Ash to Procion MX Type Dyes

Soda ash is essential for dyeing fabric with Procion mx type dyes. But when do you add it? We'll see the results of three techniques here. Video created by Glenda Hopp of http://SoManyColors.net.

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Howto & Style

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• hand dyeing
• soda ash
• procion mx
• procion dye
• fabric dyeing
• fiber reactive dye
• hand dye
• dyeing fabric

[jacobgablesk8]

were can i get soda ash

[DyeingFabric]

@jacobgablesk8 Really sorry to take so long to answer. I broke my ankle just before your post. Soda ash can be ordered from any company which sells procion mx type dye: Dharma Trading, ProChemical, etc. I find it cheaper to buy it from a pool supply store. It is also used in swimming pools.

[DyeingFabric]

Glad it helped. Let me know how your dyeing adventure goes!

[yvonnemsmith13]

Great video and thank you very much for posting. Very interesting results. I shall have a play.

[biomarburg]

soda ash or sodium bicarbonate does not have to be special ordered through the net or through any other special means. Pure 100% soda ash can be bought at any grocery store as baking soda without all the extra cost. Google baking soda if you don't believe me

[Arichelic]

Thanks for this! I am going to be dyeing some fabric soon and it's my first time with Procion MX Dyes. Another video tutorial had you add the soda ash after the fabric had already soaked in dye, and I was just curious as to what the difference would be if it was added later. This video is a perfect explanation!!