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    I've been dying to dye my own yarn for months now. I've been a knitter for many years and the beautiful yarns that are available now inspire me to create my own. I finally did it, and documented the process here.

    All items used here should NOT also be used to prepare food.

    Materials you will need:
    Yarn - I got mine at Dharma Trading, 75% wool, 25% nylon fingering weight (sock yarn)
    Dye - I used Jacquard Acid Dyes
    Distilled white vinegar
    Synthrapol (available at arts & crafts stores; I got mine at AC Moore) or Dawn dishwashing liquid
    Dust mask
    Gloves
    Small tub for soaking
    Colander
    Plastic wrap - my sources recommended brand name (thicker ply)
    Measuring cup
    Measuring spoons - plastic or stainless
    Little containers for the dye
    Sponge brushes
    Sprinkler or spray bottle
    Microwave oven (ideally an extra one, not one you use to cook food in)

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