Microwave Dye Silk Scarves & Fabric

Easy dye in microwave tutorial for silk scarves and fabric. These make great gifts on their own...but are AWESOME for nuno felting! Just a few supplies and quick tips will get you started dyeing you own one of a kind silks for felting.
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Living Felt provides free quick and easy needle felting, wet felting and nuno felting tutorials because we love to help you felt cool things from wool. We offer these free online felting classes to teach and inspire everyone-even the beginner. Wool is used in most of our projects, and we have lots of tips and tricks to make felting fun and simple. Learn to felt with Marie Spaulding as she teaches felting and needle felting tutorials from the heart. She is the founder and head fairy at Living Felt. Felting art work, home decor, fun keepsakes, thoughtful gifts, treasures and wearables with you is one of Marie's greatest pleasures. She makes felting and needle felting friendlier than ever before. Since launching Living Felt in 2004, she has sparked enthusiasm for felting across the globe and inspired thousands of new friends to give felting a go in their crafting and artistic expression. Living Felt provides totally FREE quick and easy needle felting, felting, and wet felting and nuno felting tutorials every single week because we love to help you make cool things from wool! Follow along with these fun online classes to learn more about felt design and needle felting techniques. It’s inspiration for everyone-from beginners to advanced felters. To make felting and needle felting easier than ever before, we offer felting kits and supply lists, plus you can call us with any of your felting questions - we are happy to help! The wool fibers we share will make your felting projects easy and fun! We hope you enjoy our wet felting, needle felting and nuno felting tutorials. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a single one!

[@LivingFelt]

Thanks for watching, friends! Let us know your favorite take-away ... OR what you will be dying! :)

[@jacquehranica2150]

It’s June 23, 2024 and this tutorial popped up on KZbin! Sooo excited. I’ve been trying to find out the differences of available silks. This info is incredible for me. Once again, thank you. 😅

[@suecotton4828]

I so enjoy watching Wooly Wednesday even if I’m not going to make that specific project. You and the fairies bring a big smile to my face.

[@careyjones7497]

So sorry to have missed the live, just settling down to watch xxx

[@beckymccall625]

Love the Fairy marking system. Magic eraser to remove the tape is a great tip! Wooly Wednesday is so educational..🥰

[@lorigirl352]

I truly loved the outcomes of dying those delicate silks. Definitely a project I want to try during this fall season. Thank you Marie and to all the fairies for sharing this technique with silks.

[@jennytreloar9460]

Soooo many take aways!! Loved this! This has been one of those parts of felting that has intimidated me. It sounded so difficult. I even went to a local guild's dye party and they had pots going with dye in them. It was easy enough to place my locks in the pots and come back for them later. But to do this from the start was daunting. Marie makes this so sime and easy! Need to buy dye now! Thank you!

[@aliesanderson2702]

Thank you, thank you - I've been putting off dyeing for ages (really nervous to try) but spent today making up dyes ( only have primary colours ) and promised myself tomorrow will be the day I dye!!! Now you've given me the confidence to definitely do it Thank You 😊

[@capriceniccoli5326]

Today's class was so great! I have wanted to dye my own textiles but have been afraid the process was too complicated and I was afraid of the dyes. You made it look so manageable I am ready to re-think it! Thank you so much for all you do to inspire creativity in the world.

[@colleenleighty5715]

That’s a monster ❤️ of a needle felting prize ❤️

[@dvcorbett940]

I am inspired! Thanks for another great wooly wednesday! Can't wait to try dying some scarves.

[@sabinecompeyn6453]

Happy I can finally view this!

[@emilytennill8782]

What a gorgeous scarf, Marie. Those are just my colors (even chartreuse!). I’ve done the baggie/microwave method using Kool-Aid too. It already has the citric acid already in it. Even safer than the acid dyes with kids.

[@inezshupe5825]

Oooooh I'm drooling!! Always wanted to learn to dye!!!! I love love your tutorials!!!

[@clarebrophy8474]

i ADORE living felt Marie and all the videos!

[@marysisti3705]

I loved episode! You make it look so easy Marie. I’m Definitely going to buy some scarves and some dye and experiment...looks like so much fun!

[@jennym.2268]

Absolutely look forward to trying this for the first time. Such beautiful silk scarves! Thank you for this tutorial. 💕

[@lindafeldman4330]

Love the look of the scarves.

[@UrydiceO]

I hadn’t considered dying my own silk, but you made it seem so doable! Looking forward to trying my hand at nuno felting some scarves for gifts soon! :)

[@aliceshupe1722]

I had to watch the reply and am inspired to try this ! I've done some nepps with food dye but maybe, just maybe I can try something more. thanks for another great WW tutorial!

[@gormlaithwilliamson1135]

Great class again...👍👍

[@lorrieteates2359]

This is unbelievable! I just now needed this video to begin my newest project. Thank you.

[@P-Doodle]

I’m so in love with these colors!

[@tracykirkman9912]

Loved, loved, loved this session. I didn’t know I was missing this as a skill until seeing it! Thank you for sharing ☺️

[@mandihardin6803]

This inspired me to get started on making some easy Christmas gifts!

[@sweetbutsassy1]

Oh my! You read my mind. Have just got some margilian!

[@sarahriddell7002]

Beautiful as always, just loving it.🐏🐑❤

[@lholloway7125]

Absolutely brilliant video thank you! I'm going to try dyeing!

[@dimcleod3214]

I've been such a scardy cat to dye , so this would be a good start!

[@brendabroschard5781]

Great tutorial, looking forward to trying this.

[@inezshupe5825]

Luv the fall pack!!!

[@dariahagenloch9086]

This was inspiring - great idea for quick gifts - we don't have a microwave (don't laugh) so will have to kettle dye.

[@cindyhall4767]

Such a cool session. I would love to dye some merino...will have to get some of the dye and try this out. ...thanks for the inspiration!!!

[@neilayers4288]

you made this look so easy, something I can do! thank you for your encouragement to be creative. Neil and Karen Ayers

[@sharimiracle9831]

Shari East Tennessee... Happy wooly Wednesday 😊

[@heyheypaula1965]

Hello from Virginia, USA :)

[@stephaniewilliams3106]

Thanks so much for doing this! Cannot wait to try!

[@gormlaithwilliamson1135]

Hello from the Wild Alantic way, Ireland..🌊🌊

[@karenhendrickson7581]

It was a fascinating program. I'm still playing with the Solvey paper.

[@laurastidham664]

I have wanting to a good dying video! Thanks so much.

[@tammylayne9247]

Oh my gosh you are amazing

[@carolmcdaniel1673]

Now I know how to use those Jacquard dyes. thanks

[@lindafead7560]

Love the Margalon (sp). Linda

[@abigailmcenroe5024]

Wonderful video….

[@clarebrophy8474]

Brilliant tutorial, can't wait to buy stuff and start. Thank you soooo much. Do you post to Ireland please? Clare in Dublin

[@LivingFelt]

HI Clare and thank you! We did...however Brexit is currently creating challenges for foreign sellers.

[@jacquehranica2150]

Oh and in the hopes that you still check . Just thought to ask if you can also dye Prefelt

[@jacquehranica2150]

Now I need to find a tutorial on how to nuno felt on one of these dyed scarves.

[@Disneyluv19]

This was really cool to see! You had mentioned an alternate to the vinegar could be citric acid. Have you ever tried dying with the citric acid? If so, do you notice any difference in the final results between the two acids? Also, I am super fascinated to see how this would be done with wool. So many ideas!

[@LivingFelt]

Ihave dyed with citric acid...do mot like the smell. Some people don't like smell of vinegar. I have noticed difference in some colors....after a fe experiments, I found I prefer the vinegar.

[@mariasarker2760]

Very nice

[@loriscarbrough8919]

Very interesting I would have do to this when my husband is not around he is already fussing where I wet felt🤓

[@drgraham1295]

This was a great teaching. I have done ice dyeing almost the same. Any tips on silk that bleeds while you are ironing it?

[@mariasarker2760]

Thanks

[@wendyanctil1520]

I’d like to try this! Would it also work in a crock pot, perhaps leave it in longer than the 2 minutes? Thanks!

[@LivingFelt]

Hi Wendy, test the heat on your crock pot...it needs to be around 170F - 190F for an hour. My last one did not get hot enough.

[@calledtobeadaughterofzion892]

I’m so glad I found your channel. I have some habotai silk 5mm . I have fiber relative dye, Acid dye, ranger alcohol dye , tulip tie dye and Rit fabric dye. But I don’t know which one of all these dyes will work like the way you just did on your channel. I’m new at this and I’m trying to make my own silk flags for worship but the few times I tried they don’t come out how I wanted, where u can see the different colors. bought soda ash dye fixer too. So which one of my dyes u recommend for microwave? You advice would mean so much to me. God Bless you

[@occipitalneuralgia2339]

How to know how many times to microwave in the 2 minute increments? How to know when it’s time to heat fix the cloth?

[@LivingFelt]

When the water runs clear, it is fixed. We do 2min increments so we can add more dye where there are still bare spots :) AND if you wish to "fix" a color before applying other colors, this is an optional approach.

[@inezshupe5825]

I have small funnels from the dollar store to pour into small bottles :)

[@ladiebeastie]

Love that you did this show I have been looking at dyes for some time but afraid to take the leap. I read that silks should be washed with alum solution Is this step optional?

[@LivingFelt]

It really depends on your color needs...for this merhis...abstract, variegated..its fine not to. When we prewash our silk, we use Synthropol.

[@ladiebeastie]

@@LivingFelt thank you🙏💕

[@lorrieteates2359]

You mentioned food coloring, like used in making colored frosting and does it work basically the same way? Is it an acid dye?

[@LivingFelt]

yes...but seems less color-fast... IMHO

[@kathrynluciana3100]

can you use this method for non protein fabrics?

[@pameladeneve8452]

Great ww this week. Marie, when nunoing, do you prefer to put the same/similar color merino on your dyed silk or contrasting ones?

[@LivingFelt]

I really mix it up... I like both!

[@mariasarker1838]

Mam do you use acrylic colors?

[@user-fc3sx2cw5x]

I desperately want to dye my raw unwashed curly wool locks but I need to know how to correctly wash them first. Can you schedule a tutorial for us about how to wash them?

[@colleenleighty5715]

Just use dish soap and a white vinegar rinse

[@clarebrophy8474]

can you re-use the vinegar bath? and how long is bowl in microwave? only 2 ins or another 2 mins as well?

[@melodycain9882]

Is 2 minutes in the microwave really all it needs to absorb and set the dye?

[@LivingFelt]

I do it in 2min increments...usually 4-6 min total...

[@melodycain9882]

@@LivingFelt Thank you. I will be ordering some scarves soon. Enjoy your day.

[@barbaraszijarto4003]

What other ways can you use the silk yardage. Do you cut it and use it like silk hankies etc.

[@LivingFelt]

Yes, Barbara, we like to piece silks in with wet felting for nuno fet inlays.

[@gloriamorgan9614]

can you use Jaquard Red label dye?

[@nizarahdragon3973]

Can you use the same fibers for needle felting and wet felting

[@LivingFelt]

Forvtje most part, Yes...but....not all fibers will behave the same.... some are more suited for wet .some needle. We can consult by phone if you need guidance in choosing fibers:)

[@nizarahdragon3973]

@@LivingFelt A friend said she sent me a lot I'm still waiting for it to get here but have watched your videos so I might understand what she is trying to get me into

[@karenkillips9115]

I don t know if this question has been asked, seen I watching the replay but about how long will the dye last in the squirt bottles if you don't use it all?

[@LivingFelt]

It is said they will last 6 months, and best to store in fridge....heat up to dissolve solids prior to use.

[@kdragon621yahoo]

So I didn’t heed your warning and I have green fingers now. Lol.

[@danakolpin1289]

Dana in Yuma, Arizona

[@occipitalneuralgia2339]

Where to get that thick awesome ironing pad at 44:36 mark?

[@joantully5025]

Thanks for the wonderful silk microwave dying demonstration. I have never dyed cloth before but your instructions make it look so effortless. I will have to ask the family about their color choices and purchase what I will need. Great ideas for the Christmas gifts. Lots of home creative time with this virus hanging around. Question: Can I use all the silks that you mentioned today for needle felting? Won't the felting needles fray or cut the silk? Perhaps there is a certain size felting needle only to be used on silk??? Please respond. Thank you.

[@LivingFelt]

Hi Joan! We do not recommend needle felting on tbe silk :) as it is highly prone to damaging the fabric.

[@gloriamorgan9614]

can Jaquard red label dyes beused

[@61bready]

If I wanted to dye cotton cheesecloth would I need to purchase different dyes than those for silk?

[@LivingFelt]

Yes..acid dyes are for Protein fiber. You can use Fiber reactive dyes...or food coloring.

[@occipitalneuralgia2339]

@@LivingFelt dying with food coloring...will the color wash out even if using vinegar or citric acid as a mordant?

[@jeannetteblanchlagos2236]

hola, sigo su canal, me encanta, por favor, me pueden indicar el nombre de las telas que muestran en éste video, para poder comprarlas. gracias.

[@mycrafeterialifestyle]

Thanks for sharing. You didn’t show microwave process l guess. But nice explanation 😊

[@lbenrey]

Lili from Mexico

[@giovannaciacc]

complimenti siete bravissimi vi seguo sempre ma non capisco la vostra lingua .

[@sandypeterson1719]

Love the jokes!

[@carolinephillips6809]

Late again 🌎