Avocado Dye for Clothing!

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Here is the process of how I use avocado skin dye to naturally dye my bridesmaid dresses!

Prep Time35

Active Time1

Keyword: avocado dye, avocado skin dye

Yield: piece

Cost: $5

1 8 qt stock pot
1 bin or container a dark one or one that you are comfortable with the color tinting due to the dye

2 avocados dark, ripe ones with a reddish or purple tint to the skin
2 tablespoon white vinegar
1 small garment of choice I used a baby onesie- white or cream colored garments work best!

slice avocados in half and remove the pits and flesh
rinse out the avocado skins, using a dish scrub brush if necessary
fill up the stock pot half way with water and heat to a simmer on the stove top
once the water is simmering, add the skins
allow the skins to simmer until the water has turned a dark reddish-pink color. This usually takes about 25-35 minutes
while the dye is simmering, soak the garment completely in clean water so that it is saturated. wring out the excess water and set aside
once the dye has reached the desired color, pour into a bin or sink (with stopper in to contain the liquid). Add clean water to the bin, just enough to cover the garment completely
place the wet garment into the dye, making sure every part of it is submerged
cover the garment with saucepan lids to keep the garment fully submerged
check the garment every 20 minutes and then submerge and cover with the lids until satisfied with the dyed garment
drain the dye and rinse out the garment in clean water until the water runs clear
to help set the dye: fill up the bin or sink with clean water and add the vinegar. swirl around the water to mix and then add the garment
rinse out one last time and hang to dry!

double the recipe if dyeing a women's maxi dress, large garment, or multiple pieces