 |
By *otSoPosh OP Woman
over a year ago
In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon |
Has anyone done it? Can it be done? I really want a brightly coloured basque but I can't find one to fit that will have all the appropriate scaffolding to stop the girls from heading south. So I thought about getting a white or ivory one and some clothing dye.
Does anyone have any idea if it can be done? |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *otSoPosh OP Woman
over a year ago
In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon |
"Maybe go for a cheap one and try it  "
I was thinking that..... but the cheap ones would probably not be the same as the over shoulder boulder holder types |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *otSoPosh OP Woman
over a year ago
In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon |
"I guess it depends on the fabric x
Definitely this, particularly on underwear where you may have different fabrics. Some may take the dye and some won't.
"
That's what I was thinking.... |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
|
By *otSoPosh OP Woman
over a year ago
In a ball gown because that's how we roll in N. Devon |
"What fabric is it?
If it's satin or anything shiny then it won't hold the dye.
X"
That was my worry. I've been googling and it isn't entirely clear.... says satin is tricky but doesn't say no. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
You remember those pens from when we were very small children.
You coloured it on the fabric then blew it with a hairdryer and it expanded. I can't remember what they were called.
I can smell the hot plasticy smell tho! |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
"You remember those pens from when we were very small children.
You coloured it on the fabric then blew it with a hairdryer and it expanded. I can't remember what they were called.
I can smell the hot plasticy smell tho!"
FLUFFITS! |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
I wouldn't recommend it. The dye will take differently to the different fabrics and elastics/straps/etc. When we make stuff it takes a lot of trial and error to get the different parts to match. I appreciate the frustration as a larger busted lady though. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
Just as a random FYI for anyone it might be useful for, the best home dyes for synthetic fabrics are the stove top ones! I liked Rit when I was at uni. Depending on the fabric, adding salt or vinegar can help too. |
Reply privately, Reply in forum +quote
or View forums list | |
» Add a new message to this topic
