How to Dye Yarn with Kool-Aid

[@Peg-ee5ei]

I did a search 4 dyeing yarn with Kool-Aid, and here you are! This was an excellent demonstration. All of your tutorials are excellent. Thank you!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@BeatlesFanSonia]

I did this with three of my grandkids! I told them we were making a memory. After they dyed their yarn we rolled the yarn into balls and each made whatever they wanted! They were so proud of their yarn creations!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

That's fabulous. Thank you for sharing 😍

[@nananaghmana1898]

Wow. You are simply great.... Young , talented person and a wonderful pleasant teacher. I AM IMPRESSED... GOOD LUCK.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+nana naghmana Awww... too sweet! 💜

[@jenniferbailey4843]

I would absolutely LOVE to see dyeing tutorials!

[@BeatlesFanSonia]

I would have liked to have seen the dried yarn.

[@lindawilliams3177]

Very good video. I'll have to try this. I would have liked to see the yarn after it was rinsed and dry though. Or even as far as making a swatch. Maybe next time

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Thats a great idea!

[@GaminGawdess]

Great vid...and the pop out microwave, toooo coool!!!!!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Lori Lynette Yasss! : )

[@thomasshannon3765]

Great video ... easy to follow. Looking forward to trying it with my class.

[@sharonkeller7397]

I enjoyed this very much. I have been wanting to do this activity with my granddaughter. Thanks so much for the dying lesson :D

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Sharon Keller Very cool. Let me know how it goes. : )

[@amandawells4173]

I tried this once but I did it completely wrong. So thank you for showing me the correct way. My main mistake was just leaving the skein in the bowl of water in the microwave. I didn't know to wrap it up in plastic instead. I also added way too much water to the dye. So thank you very much. :) I love all your videos and they are so incredibly helpful.

[@nataliegomez7291]

I LOVE all of your videos!!! I'm learning to knit with your begginer video. I would love if you did a video on circle needle basics, and how to knit socks with them.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Natalie Gomez I have a video on how to use the magic loop method.... check it out. It is all about using circular needles. I don't have a video on how to do socks......yet! : )

[@nataliegomez7291]

+ExpressionFiberArts Thank you! I will 😊

[@karual-rashid5328]

I also learn knit frome this channel

[@soniaguzman762]

I love your microwave. I've never seen one like it. I have two kids, 11 and 9. I ordered some sock yarn from KnitPicks and I am going to try this with them. I wish you had showed the finished yarn though. I am going to show the kids this video before we get started.

[@megindoee9073]

Wait, what do we do to wash the excess color out, soak it in water and machine wash? I wish you would've shown us what it looked liked dried, I was excited for that part haha Very cool way to dye yarn, I am going to try this sometime!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Yes, once you have set the dye, you just rinse out the yarn and set it aside to air dry. If you would like, you can use something like wool wash to wash the yarn, then rinse and air dry. I hope this helps! We totally should have shown it dry!

[@caseymontour6051]

I would love to see more crochet videos 💕

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Casey Montour Some more are on the way! : )

[@HidingMonkeyCatNinja]

You're microwave is so cool!! Would it be possible if you could do a video on how to use circle needles? I'm really struggling with them. Thank you x

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Sky Turner That is something we can definitely work on! : )

[@HidingMonkeyCatNinja]

Yay!! Thank you!!! ❤️

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Welcome!

[@estherschmidt2805]

Great tut! was the water cold? Thanks

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Esther Schmidt It was lukewarm. : )

[@mlenox60]

I Love watching you, not in a weird way though. I enjoy learning from you.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

This makes me happy!

[@carol-annmatthew5296]

Very interesting. I'd like to try

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Go for it! 💕

[@naybaldwin5901]

Hi Chandi. I was wondering what kind of wool you used in this video. I tried Kool-Aid dying today and loved it. However, in the video, the grape flavored mix turn your yarn a grayish brown, but when I used the grape, mine to purple/ gray color. I used a corridale cross sheeps wool yarn.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

I used my dewey dk yarn. It is 70% super wash merino wool 20% nylon and 10% silk. Hope this helps a little in figuring out the difference. : )

[@kittybitty420]

She told you in the video that the purple color actual shows up as a brownish purplish grey color....

[@christinahenkel4850]

Super cool video, might try with my son. Side note: THAT MICROWAVE IS EVERYTHING!!!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

So glad you like it! When we first saw the microwave, my husband and I were like 🤯

[@Debbie2004]

This is a really nice idea. I think my daughter would love to do this. I have to pass this video along to her LOL thank you

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

❤️❤️

[@silverayne22]

so how would you wash? like other hand painted yarns, warm/cool water and a light detergent or no rinse wool wash?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+silverayne22 yep!

[@kittybitty420]

ExpressionFiberArts yep??? That literally doesn't answer their questions at all, they asked two questions... They asked whether you wash it by hand in cold or warm water or a no rinse wool wash, so which washing method are you saying "yep" to?!

[@qltygrl3187]

What kind of cups are those? Also how do you make it colorfast?

[@scorp211159]

Omg that microwave! Love the idea of making my own yarn, was wondering how you would "set" the koolaide dye

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

The microwave is fun. ❤️

[@jinnkyu2]

Great video. I need some white yarn now lol. If you wash the yarn after it has been coloured does the colour wear off?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+JINN KIRIYU On Animal base fibers the colors stays. If you are doing it with synthetic fibers the colors would dull after washing. Hope this helps!

[@jinnkyu2]

Thank you!

[@fayhartman21]

Hey chandy if you want a ombré leave some space inbwetine and youse reg water and brush

[@portermalone1150]

That microwave is so cool!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+porter malone Thanks!

[@shavonlynn5324]

great video i have a question the water you put in the koolaid was it warm or cold water?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Shavon Lynn It was lukewarm. : ) XOXO

[@sandranorthon2430]

Hi. Thanks for the tutorial. Was wondering if Kool Aid is what you use in your own dyeing process along with white vinegar, to permanently set your dyes in your hanks of wool?..do you also use any mild soap like Dawn soap or a mild shampoo to wash your skeins before letting them air dry?...so luv your kitchen and microwave. Sandy....

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Sandra Norton I don't use Kool-aid for my personal dyeing process. We actually use a variety of methods to create our unique color ways. : )

[@LITTLEMUSTANGFILLY]

Wonder what would happen if you combined the pink lemonade wit the blue and if that would create a more purple look.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

That would be a super fun experiment!

[@cassandragraham4419]

Thanks for the video. Can you do a video on how to dye acrylic yarn, Either on the stove, even in the slow cooker. I really would appreciate it. I like knowing how to do things in a couple different ways.If you have one in the microwave for acrylic is nice.

[@bridgetchristianson8706]

Thanks for the tutorial. I have 2 skeins on cashmere that I want to dye. Do I have to treat it differently?

[@AirVaughan]

You are so funny! It's so COOL to watch you work; and never mind the mess, an artists hands are never clean.

[@Kulygal]

Hey hun, Does the kool aid dyeing wash off the yarn and how long does the kool aid colors last???? 😊

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

If you're worried about the dye bleeding, you can set it even more by giving it a bath in white vinegar and water. Here's more info about that process: www.darngoodyarn.com/blogs/darn-good-blog/why-dye-bleeds-what-to-do-about-it As to how long the color lasts... that's going to depend on a number of factors, such as how frequently it's washed, the type of detergent used, the colors, so unfortunately, I really can't say.

[@angelasknits7728]

Did this with my granddaughter today but I think it was in microwave too long. Got a scorched area. Next go around I’ll use less time. But great video!!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Glad it was helpful! 💙

[@sahasa8450]

I'm only 6 years late 🤷‍♀️ Is this supposed to be washed, rinsed or anything else? Once it's done how is the colorfastness of it for wearing? Thanks 💕

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Because of the citric acid in the Kool-aid, the dye should be dyefast. However, I suggest giving your dyed yarn a good rinse in cool to lukewarm water until it runs clear just to make sure. Once it's dry, it's ready to use.

[@brianspriggs4284]

Hello! Cant wait to do this with my little ones :) this is the first time dyeing... I know to use wool, but can it be any wool yarn, even just a wool yarn from jo anns? or is this something special that I need to head to the yarn shop in town for. Thanks!!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Brian Spriggs Just make sure the majority of the fiber content you buy is wool. Doesn't have to be from any special place. : )

[@stephaniecox51]

Do you rinse the yarn after you set the dye in the microwave?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Penny_ 208 yes!

[@LoriWolfcat]

So, if you have white yarn, and wanna do the whole thing, could you still do it like you did, except with all the yarn?

[@helenjharris7608]

Chandi can you use the kool-add dry without mixing it with water?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

I haven't tried that. That would be an interesting experiment! 💕

[@EANNE1000]

What is the best way to dry the yarn? Would you use a blow dryer?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Anne Goodwin You can blow dry it. Or, you can simply let it air dry. Depending on the size of the skein, and a couple of other factors, it could take a couple hours to a day or so.

[@gwendolynnhanisch7089]

These tutorials incredible! You are a truly blessing to the knitting and five community! : D God has certainly given you a loving, bubbly demeanor. It will be used to minister to many peoples sister!!! May God richly bless all that you, in Jesus name!⚓🍇💯

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Thanks! 😍

[@elisabethkomprs8808]

I came back to this video for maybe the tenth time, and wondered why you don't have such pretty Kool-Aid ish yarn!!!

[@Cindy-ng6sx]

Could you do this with food coloring ? I have seen some very nice colors of food coloring for cakes at Michaels

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

You sure can! Just add in some vinegar! ❤️

[@rjonez4236]

I need to try this. Vert cool!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+R Jonez absolutely! Let me know how it goes.

[@markitajohnson2144]

Do you find it easier to dye wool when its spun up or in its natural state?

[@terizahalkatraz8008]

Great video!! Please do a shawl tutotial, i'd love that.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+terizah al katraz Thanks for the suggestion!

[@MrsLScott-tp3nr]

Does the color wash out after you knit with it?

[@staceywaid1599]

Hi shandy how do you keep your working yarn from twisting?

[@missmaria165]

Have you ever sealed the colors with vinegar?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Yes, I have done that!

[@pryingopenmy3rdeye439]

@@ExpressionFiberArts I’m wondering if I should use vinegar on the yarn I bought from you?

[@jodiekingsley5181]

Dose red hart yarn work does it have to be. White from jodie love. Video easter egg dye work as well

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Any yarn, as long as it is animal or plant based can be dyed. They simply require different types of dyes.

[@scarletsiren99]

this is so cool! I'm definitely trying this with my kids!!! thanks for the tutorial *^-^*

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+dreamsiren99 You are welcome! : )

[@helenedumoulin9092]

And the yarn setting in the microwave will keep it from bleeding when washing ?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Yes. The heat sets the dye which should stop it from bleeding. 😊

[@hayatizahira159]

Is plastic wrap needed because I don't have any at home and what type of brush I needed for this prosess?? XOXO....(arieff)

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Hayati Zahira Any type of brush. Foam brushes work best. The plastic wrap is used to keep the dye from splattering. If you can find another strategy to keep the dye from splattering, that would work.

[@portermalone1150]

I would really like to see more knitting videos

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+porter malone We will be adding some more soon. : )

[@cintiapollock2486]

Dont know if you have time to even read post here but if you do.. can Kool aide dye Lanolin stained wool? I have a awesome hat i made from a wonderful Coriadale fleece I spun, the yellowing is not as even as I wanted I would like to dye it to fill in some of the really white areas : ) thanks for any help~*~

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

I am not sure. I think it would dye better if you had the lanolin scoured off. But, I am not totally sure.

[@sgoser]

you are so beautiful and talented ) delight to watch

[@chance2311]

I would like to see a vid on blending fibers even ones of different lengths

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Chance H Wonderful suggestion! Something we can work on! : )

[@stacyreneebreaker583]

What is the best thing to dye yarn with and what if you don't have a microwave

[@judybostick3934]

You can steam set it in a steamer pot for about 30 minutes. Just wrap it in cling wrap and steam.

[@juanitasmith6157]

Do you add vinegar and is the water warm?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

I don't think it's necessary. 💚

[@izzylopez3017]

She has a cool microwave

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Izrael Lopez Thanks!

[@xuyahfish]

I've checked those microwaves out b/c my husband & I are building an in-law apt w/ kitchenette & we wanted to save on space but they are at least 3x as expensive as the most expensive over the stove microwave

[@error404heather3]

@@xuyahfish have you built it yet

[@selenaportianna8412]

Can you do a tutorial on how to hold the working string and the needles in knitting, I recently started and I can't seem to hold everything the right way, and I would like to go faster.😁

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+selena portianna We will add that to our list of videos to create!

[@serenityhachey-carroll5463]

will you be able to wash the yarn after wards and the dye won't come out?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Serenity Achey-Carroll Yep!

[@kkrenken895]

Did you have to mordant first?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

I think that's what Kool-Aid is but don't quote me on that ;)

[@barbaraclark7133]

Fixative? How do you wash your dyed yarn?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

I usually hand wash using some sort of wool wash. :)

[@thechronicpotato]

Do you know if food coloring would work?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Taylor Golub Yes! Just add a splash of vinegar!

[@karissasegoviano1666]

Can we use acrylic if we done have wool?

[@karissasegoviano1666]

Dont**

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Karissa Segovia It probably won't work. Because it is not a fiber that will absorb the dye. The best type of fiber to use with dyeing are animal fibers, wool, silk, or alpaca. : )

[@karissasegoviano1666]

Thank you!!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Karissa Segovia You are welcome!

[@sonyahouk1503]

Will the Kool aid wash out

[@guiltyblade]

Does this work with any type of yarn or just wool?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+guiltyblade Wool is best because it is a protein fiber from animals. Alpaca and Silk will also work. Synthetic fibers, such as acrylic, do not work at all. Cellulose fibers, such as plants (think cotton or linen), will take the dye but it will be fainter and won't last.

[@guiltyblade]

Okay. Thank you very much!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

You are welcome!

[@runabella6694]

Where did you get the Kool-aids?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Isabella Wang At the local grocery store. I think they had them in packs of 10 or something like that. : )

[@kittybitty420]

Arrruna Is Back uhm obviously at a grocery store since literally every single grocery store sells kool aid, and has almost every single flavor of kool aid. I've never in my life seen any one have to actually ask where to buy kool aid, even the people that hate/think kool aid is disgusting all know that every single grocery store sells kool aid.

[@hyacinthpixie9787]

Not necessarily. Most stores in the US and Canada might carry it, but not everyone lives there. ;)

[@1gr8lpta]

So fun

[@netta6287]

Pmg this is sooo cool!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+x XCookies4EverX x Thanks!

[@annabelleolmsted4148]

You should do a video on how to weave

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Annabelle Olmsted Thanks for the suggestion!

[@kathyalexander7522]

Once it comes out of the microwave it's still wet. How and where do you dry your yarn.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

We usually hang them on racks in a place that it can hang to dry without getting everything else wet. ❤️

[@PixieSugar1991]

Does liquid koolaid work? I can't find the powder.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

You can certainly give it a try. Let me know how it turns out. : )

[@IlsesBreiplezier]

How do you make speckels?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

You would do some sprinkling of the dye, rather than painting it on. 😊

[@thefuzzypenguin778]

Now there are concentrated Kool Aid liquid bottles at the grocery store. :-)

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

thanks for the resource

[@Myzy35]

How long did it take you to get the kool aid off your fingers? :) Great tutorial!

[@rosm6621]

For such a well thought out video, I am surprised you didn't wear gloves.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Nice catch! lol!

[@mommyandmissy]

Thanks.

[@MsChristinaMD]

Thank you so much!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Rawrmnstr You are more than welcome!

[@hollyatherton3165]

If you wash the yarn, does the kool-aid come out?

[@judybostick3934]

No, I've done this tons of times and the dye is set. I have a pair of socks that I have washed several times and the color is still great.

[@abdulmukith4891]

Thanks

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+abdul mukith You are welcome! : )

[@duniakudakwahku380]

Where can I get the kool aid?? because I'm from Malaysia..(Mashaf)

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Duniaku Dakwahku hmmm.. I am not sure. You can try amazon.com? .... maybe. I wish I knew more.

[@duniakudakwahku380]

+ExpressionFiberArts one more thing, what can replace kool aids??

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

food coloring or cake dyes. You just need add a splash of white vinegar to your dyes.

[@duniakudakwahku380]

+ExpressionFiberArts can you use ordinary vinegar????

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Yes.

[@posecabbie1167]

Is there a way to dye yarn without kool-aid? If so do you now how to and could you make a video about it if you do now how to.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Pose Cabbie Yep, there are a ton of ways to dye yarn. We plan on doing more dyeing videos in the future. : )

[@posecabbie1167]

Great Thanks!

[@shavonlynn5324]

Thank you:)xoxo

[@needlepullingthread1573]

Bing watching

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

😍😍

[@annabelleolmsted4148]

Or a video on how to Crochet a pillow

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Annabelle Olmsted Great idea!

[@kelseykleynenberg6146]

Well it reck my micro wave?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

It shouldn't. : )

[@camajfiberarts]

Tip...wear gloves LOL!!! Love the tute!

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Camaj Handspun Yarn SOOOOO TRUEEEE!! Thanks!

[@naryaknits]

If you forget the gloves, toothpaste gets out koolaid stains

[@writermomo4]

Fun! Or, it would be if I weren't so mess-adverse. ;) I might have to shrug it off and let my girls try it.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Jennifer Matlock I would encourage a thoroughly covered workspace that you don't mind getting a little messy. We did this project with a group of preschool children a little while ago and that was an interesting experience. The kids absolutely loved it!

[@cheganda123]

Kool aid is a juice drink right,???

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

yes. 💕

[@Noahidebc]

Could you not do it in the oven?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

Yes possibly but in the oven it would take a lot longer. I hope this is helpful.

[@Noahidebc]

@@ExpressionFiberArts I asked because we don’t use microwaves. I haven’t for many years. And thank you so much for your tutorials and many great tips 😊

[@carolinestewart532]

What's koolaid I'm from uk

[@kittybitty420]

Caroline Stewart it's a drink mix. You mix the flavored powder in the packet with sugar and water. The UK had Kool aid. It's been a very popular drink mix for decades upon decades and I know for a fact that the UK has kool aid available because I grew up around the UK and middle East!

[@lizkimber]

Im surprised you didnt have an acid to set the dye

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Liz Kimber Not needed as it has it in the packets already. If using food coloring, though, you can use an acid, like vinegar

[@RRS2dio]

+ExpressionFiberArts Do you think I could mix red koolaid in red leather dye to make it darker?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

you could certainly try it.

[@RRS2dio]

ExpressionFiberArts​ OK thanks! I meant to say a light red dye.

[@mrbarricadesgf2857]

what if you don't have a microwave?

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Anne Gendron-Herndon You can heat set it in the oven as well.

[@irenemorales5618]

awesome Video it worked thanks please reply

[@hannaha127]

So many comments just about your microwave XD

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

+Hannah Adkins lol!

[@veggiem0nster943]

SHOW THE FINISHED PRODUCT

[@tracygoode3037]

What if I don't have a microwave? Sad, I know, but I hate the things.

[@ExpressionFiberArts]

You could steam it. That would help set the dye as well. 💙

[@tracygoode3037]

@@ExpressionFiberArts Wonderful! I'll have to try that. Sad about the grape koolaid, though.