Supplies
- Clear Acrylic Snowflakes
- Rit Dyemore for Synthetics
- Stainless Steel Pot for Dyeing
- Measuring Spoon + Cups
- Wooden Dowel or Hanger
- Paper Clips
- Rubber Gloves
- Tongs
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Instructions
- Rinse your acrylic pieces in soapy water to remove any finishes that may interfere with dye absorption.
- Hang acrylic snowflakes onto a wooden rod using paper clips to make it easier to dip into dyebath.
- Fill dye pot with enough hot water (just below 200F) to to move freely, roughly three gallons.
- Wearing rubber gloves, shake Rit bottle really well. Pour half a bottle (1/2 cup) of dye into dyebath and mix well.
- Dip acrylic snowflakes into dyebath. Slowly move up and down for a ombre effect.
- Once desired color is achieved, remove from dyebath and rinse in warm water then cool.
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