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Can be used on the following pattern:

22073 : Sweatshirt

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    1.Make sure you have everything you need. Follow the instructions supplied with the batik textile dye. If you wish, perform a dye test on a small area to see how the fabric absorbs the dye.
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    2.Cover your work surface with plastic sheeting. Use protective gloves and a stick to stir. NB: The garment you wish to dye should be clean and wet before dyeing.
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    3.Wrap the end of one sleeve in a plastic bag and seal firmly using an elastic band. This sleeve end is not included in the first dyeing process.
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    4.First dyeing process. Carefully immerse the parts of the sweatshirt you wish to dye in the basin.
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    5.Prepare dye mix no 2. Tip: To make the most of your dye, make only a small portion or dye several items in the same basin.
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    6.Remove the sleeve from the plastic bag and carefully place the undyed sleeve end into dye mix no. 2. You can also dye the anorak cord. ALWAYS use fixing agent after dyeing. Follow the instructions on the packaging.