Beginner in the USA
Faith"
Have faith! No, your dyes are not ruined. Here are some tips on how you can save them and store them between use:
- dyes can last for many years
- their two enemies are evaporation and mold growth
- store dyes in airtight jars (glass or plastic)
- freeze dyes when you’re not using them to avoid bacteria growth
- if dyes turn cloudy (i.e. showing evidence of bacteria growth) simply strain them through cheesecloth, bring to a boil, and add 1 tablespoon of vinegar
- during your busy season add 1 tablespoon white vinegar to dyes to rejuvenate their dyeing power
- do not throw away the instructions for preparing the dyes after you have made them--some dyes don’t require the adding of vinegar
- save the instructions and tape them to your dye jars—or indicate some other warning on your jar such as “do not add vinegar”
I hope this info helps.
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