Here's an overall view of the dyeing table after the second round. It was gray outside, so everything looks subdued compared to the other day ...
And the verdict on using water-soaked padding above and below the vinegar-soaked muslin is mixed.
The hoped-for impression of my vintage cookie cutter came out more like the ghost of Christmas past ...
Whereas the decorative plate that was a bust the last time around, turned up a winner ...
Still, since the overall results were less than stellar, I decided this would be a good opportunity to see what happens when rust-dyed cloth is put through the washing machine on a delicate cycle.
Not surprisingly, the faint rust stains and the turquoise washed out completely. But the good news is that the bold rust marks stayed true.
Next up: thicker padding, less water, more weight, and a touch of salt. Stay tuned.
