Rust Dyeing

This is a really simple and quick way to rust dye lots of fabric. The trick is to layer as many layers as you can and to weigh down the layers with books or heavy objects to make sure there is ample contact with the rusty items to the fabric.

[@LauraMixedMedia]

I didn't realize you could rust dye with things that weren't already rusty!! This is totally on my to-do list for the weekend! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@donnajoy4559]

Just a tip on rust dye-best to leave outside if you can-rust process is airborne & can rust other things around the pan or in the room.

[@terryowenby9507]

I've always wanted to try rust dye but thought it was a difficult process. The staples are a great idea and I can't wait to try this process! Thanks very much for sharing.

[@aimeebishop9851]

Thank you for being here!!

[@terrihanna4199]

Rusty grungy goodness!!! Love rusting things! Will have to try pins and staples .. great idea! Thank you for sharing yet another awesome technique 😊❤️👏

[@debsmclaughlin6521]

Fabulous fun!! Did this a few weeks ago. The staples are a great idea. Thanks for sharing. 💕

[@miemieskeepsakes]

I am very excited to try this! Thank you for all the tips! Marnel

[@jennifergreenfield6996]

Excellent video and demo; thank you for sharing this with us.

[@melodyblore7130]

Wow Aimee your videos are the best! Always!❤️

[@handmadebookmakerybysam9665]

I love rust dyeing.... tfs, for some reason I’d never thought of using staples!

[@beckyscobblestone]

Loved this video.. just starting this whole rust dyeing thing.. so fun 👏🥰

[@lynnboyd33]

Hi Aimee, I did watch this vid when it was first out, and had to give it a go once again. You did an amazing job on this, and I find the scrubby pads an intriguing idea to try. Thanks so much for all of your shares.

[@Dagmar194913]

Another wonderful video..you are amazing with your ability to create and share.❤️🇨🇦❤️

[@mothymandibles]

Thank you for sharing your technique❤️

[@abbienormull]

You share a name of a family member of mine. Definitely caught my attention! 😆 Had to check out your video. Glad KZbin threw you into my path.

[@juliegolub2602]

Love your video❤️

[@kaybarrett8619]

Fantastic!!

[@divyagna5851]

Beautiful ❤️

[@sharongruener6078]

Fun video. TFS Blessings.

[@MonasCraftyTable]

Very beautiful!@

[@alicenwonderland5505]

I just found you and loving your videos. What do you do with all these fabrics? Would love to see videos on how you use them.

[@daveymcteer6804]

Just found your channel! You mention salt bath? Dry salt or salt water? Will the items have a strong vinegar smell? Thank you! I am binging your videos.

[@Lisa312414]

Can you wear clothing made with cloth that has been rust dyed?

[@kyststudio-epicartadventure]

You need a SODA bath to neutralize the vinegar. Salt is not alkaline enough. Look at saltwater on iron at the coast.

[@eveny119]

So, are you using straight vinegar? Or mixed with water? Shouldn't you wash these afterwards to get rid of the vinegar? I feel that the vinegar might destroy the fiber if left on.

[@taylayeomans8376]

What was in the spray bottle you used?

[@cherylmacedo5521]

Very cool 🤎🤎🤎

[@belladrayven]

I just finished your amazing Magpie Journal workshop! So amazing!! I did have a question about this process. Will these materials have a strong smell of vinegar in my books? Or should I launder before placing in my journal? Love your work!!!

[@aimeebishop9851]

Hi! I’m so glad you enjoyed the course. To neutralize the vinegar smell you can prepare a salt bath with a bowl, water and a couple tablespoons of salt. dip your rusted pieces into the bath and air dry.

[@belladrayven]

@@aimeebishop9851 thank you so much ☺️💕

[@sharicole4255]

I'd like to try this with paper. Maybe just laying the objects on top and in between layers of paper to dye.

[@whogaf]

I tried this yesterday....Do you take the staples out afterwards? And I also rinsed one that had a lot of vinegar on it and it rinsed most of the color with it, I'm guessing not to rinse?

[@aimeebishop9851]

Hi! I did not take the staples out on some of my pieces and they look really cool either way. If I rinse I use a bowl of water and a couple big tablespoons of salt. Just dip the rusted fabric in quickly and set out to dry.

[@whogaf]

Thank you so much for replying!

[@cosia5072]

Are these fabrics washable? Or are they "only" to be used in an artificial way?

[@aimeebishop9851]

I would only use this technique in pieces that do not need to be laundered. There are other techniques that stabilize the rust and would be better suited for different applications. This is a purely experimental technique. A beginners approach.

[@mariacristinasoregaroli2951]

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[@EllenMackler]

Great tutorial! Thank you!!! I'm just curious whether you have any advise on large pieces of fabric. I have several sheets that I would like to use in rag rugs of different techniques. I don't need any fancy designs, just an overall dye. Maybe it would work best with the strips torn already. 🤔

[@aimeebishop9851]

You could achieve a rust dye effect on a larger piece of fabric by using a tub. Just throw all the ingredients in together and let soak. I would then make sure did the salt soak at the end to set the rust and keep it from fading.

[@imanomade1360]

Is it only vinegar or vinegar with water? 🤔

[@aimeebishop9851]

I used straight vinegar in my spray bottle.

[@hellekristensen8827]

That is it, I am making rusty lasagna 😉

[@aimeebishop9851]

😂 Oh my gosh it is rusty lasagna! 😂