So... dyeing assuit?
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06-06-2007, 10:33 AM
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So... dyeing assuit?
Is it a bad idea? Or a really, really horrible idea?
... cause I kinda want to, but I feel like I really oughtn't.
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06-06-2007, 10:53 AM
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I know that Bahaia dyed some white assuit lavender a while back. I don't know what dye she used, it may have just been RIT. It came out beautifully, as I recall.
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06-06-2007, 10:54 AM
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I've dyed antique assuit with procion mx dyes, available from www.dharmatrading.com
I dyed the pieces in a 5 gallon bucket. Handle the wet assuit carefully. You'll have to rearrange the fabric carefully during the dye process so it dyes evenly. After dying, rinse it in the sink, blot it out with towels, and dry it flat on towels.
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06-06-2007, 10:55 AM
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Of course you can! My friend has a fabulous sunflower yellow dress made of antique assuit, that was originally white.
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06-06-2007, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by beafarhana
Of course you can! My friend has a fabulous sunflower yellow dress made of antique assuit, that was originally white.
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Mmmmm, yellow assuit....
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06-06-2007, 11:38 AM
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Oh, DROOOOOOL!!!!!! Thanks for sharing that pic!
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06-06-2007, 01:39 PM
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That dress is almost sinfully gorgeous!! I never would have thought of that color. Thanks for the link! |
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06-06-2007, 02:43 PM
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Hallah Moustafa makes yellow assuit costumes, if you are interested...
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Mmmmm, yellow assuit....
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06-06-2007, 02:44 PM
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Ya-the costume looks really pretty in yellow!
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Originally Posted by bintbeled
That dress is almost sinfully gorgeous!! I never would have thought of that color. Thanks for the link!
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06-06-2007, 02:45 PM
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Are you asking because you want to dye the assuit and then make a costume from scratch? If so, depending on your time and money, you may want to consider having a costume made. Eman Zaki can custom make an assuit costume for between $300-$400 and she works with a variety of colors you can choose from...
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Originally Posted by asimatiyat
Is it a bad idea? Or a really, really horrible idea?
... cause I kinda want to, but I feel like I really oughtn't.
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06-06-2007, 03:05 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ChristinaRizkallah
Are you asking because you want to dye the assuit and then make a costume from scratch? If so, depending on your time and money, you may want to consider having a costume made. Eman Zaki can custom make an assuit costume for between $300-$400 and she works with a variety of colors you can choose from...
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I just want to make a bra and panel skirt (to wear over another skirt), nothing I haven't done before. |
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06-08-2007, 02:35 PM
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Oh, okay, then since you know how to do this, its better you make it yourself, I thought you were looking for a full costume that's why I was going to suggest ordering one.
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10-02-2007, 04:42 PM
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Originally Posted by asimatiyat
Is it a bad idea? Or a really, really horrible idea?
... cause I kinda want to, but I feel like I really oughtn't.
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Sooooooooooooooo, did you ever dye it??? I am about to attempt doing this myself . . . trying to decide what color . . . lol, maybe orange as there are some rusty streaks on it. |
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10-08-2007, 04:04 PM
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Originally Posted by cbarros
Sooooooooooooooo, did you ever dye it??? I am about to attempt doing this myself . . . trying to decide what color . . . lol, maybe orange as there are some rusty streaks on it.
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No, I never actually got around to that project. Long story short, it was going to be for a performance that I backed out of due to a total lack of communication on the part of the organizer. Seeing the thread reminded me of how great it was going to look, though. :) Maybe I'll get to work on it after finishing my Halloween costume. |
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10-11-2007, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by asimatiyat
No, I never actually got around to that project. Long story short, it was going to be for a performance that I backed out of due to a total lack of communication on the part of the organizer. Seeing the thread reminded me of how great it was going to look, though. :) Maybe I'll get to work on it after finishing my Halloween costume.
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If you do get around to it, be sure to post your results. I am still debating what color I want to use and when to attempt it . . . maybe soon . . maybe later.
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10-11-2007, 04:23 PM
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My friend dyed some antique assuit from white (I think) to black and it came out gorgeous. Plus, dying it somehow freshened and brightened the silver!
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10-11-2007, 04:36 PM
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Thanks for sharing the link! That dress IS indeed lovely! |
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10-13-2007, 04:42 PM
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Here at RakEast, Scheherezade Imports has some great dyed assuit, including a vibrant orange. I'm not sure if it's panels or dresses.
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