Black

The only shade that can blend in and build drama at once. Color references include squid ink, Australian pure licorice, and your ex’s heart.

Liquid, 8 oz. (Also Available in Powder)

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This versatile, easy-to-use and non-toxic dye is ready to deliver vibrant color to almost any type of fabric or fabric blend. Perfect for rejuvenating faded clothing, changing the color of apparel, shoes or accessories, coordinating home décor, hiding laundry accidents and so much more. Are you the crafty type? Follow one of our easy-to-use tutorials on how to create a tie-dye, ombré, dip dyed, marbled or shibori pattern. Or see for yourself how beautifully Rit dyes wood, wicker, paper and cork. Whatever your purpose, all you need is a washing machine, plastic container or stainless steel sink to get started.

Perfect For:

Cotton, Linen, Silk, Wool, Ramie, Rayon, Viscose, Nylon, Modal, Tulle, Wood, Paper, Cork, Hemp

Reduce. Rewear. Upcycle.

Saving four shirts you love with our non-toxic dye versus buying new ones reduces your CO2 emissions by 74%. CO2 is the primary gas responsible for trapping heat in the atmosphere and is the main contributor to climate change.

Make It Last

Rit ColorStay Dye Fixative reduces bleeding, fading and even enhances the color of your project. Use after dyeing so your clothes stay as vibrant as you.

ColorStay Dye Fixative

Start Fresh

Use Rit Color Remover to remove existing color from yet-to-be dyed fabric, giving you a dye-ready canvas for spectacular results and true color.

Color Remover

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Endless Color Options

With our library of color formulas, we now have over 1,000 colors to choose from. Here are a few similar shades to consider.

Dye Techniques

Ignite your inner creativity by trying out a dye technique.

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How to Dye

Step 1: Remove Color (Optional)

If your fabric is already white, you are good to go! If your fabric has an existing color, you can remove it with Rit Color Remover. You can also try overdyeing an existing color (more information on that here).

How to Dye

Step 2: Choose a Shade

You can go with an already bottled shade or one of our thousand color formulas. The bottom line is you have options.

How to Dye

Step 3: Pick a Dye Method

You can dye in a sink, bucket or even with your washing machine!

How to Dye

Step 4: Create a Dye Bath

We generally recommend mixing 4 ounces of dye with three gallons of hot water per pound of fabric. The key is to make sure your dye bath is big enough for the fabric to move freely.