Dyed Feathers

Step 2:

- Cover work surface with a plastic table cover.
- Decide what colors you like and prepare dye according to the basic recipe below. Liquid dyes are more concentrated than powder dyes so use half as much dye. Always test color with a fabric scrap or paper towel before dyeing feathers. If color is too light, add more dye; if it is too dark, add more water.
- Basic Recipe: Measure and mix ¼ cup liquid dye or ½ package (3 teaspoons) powder dye with 1 quart very HOT tap water. Shake liquid dyes before measuring. Water should be about 140°F. If your tap water is not hot enough, heat some in the microwave or a tea kettle.
- Pour dye and water into a plastic container; stir. Make sure container is wide enough to hold feathers.
- Immerse feathers in dye solution for 2 to 5 minutes. Stir occasionally and check color frequently. Remove feathers when desired color is achieved. Feathers should be a shade darker than desired because the color appears darker when wet.
- Rinse feathers carefully in warm water. Spread feathers on paper towels to air dry.

Rit Dye colors shown:
Lemon Yellow, Golden Yellow, Sunshine, Orange, Violet, Fuchsia, Evening Blue, Apple Green