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How to Dye With Kool Aid

When people think of Kool-Aid, they usually think of it as a drink but Kool-Aid has another use. Dyeing with Kool-Aid is done in crafts and other projects to color items without the use of toxic or harmful materials. It is a product that is safe for even children to use. Kool-Aid is inexpensive, comes in many colors to experiment with, and no special equipment is necessary.

Things You'll Need

Yarn
Bowl
Kool-Aid
6 oz water
2 oz vinegar
Plastic wrap
Glass dish
Microwave
Boiled eggs
Small containers
Slotted spoon
Old towel

Instructions

Dyeing Yarn With Kool-Aid
- 1
  Soak the yarn in a bowl of hot water for 30 minutes.
- 2
  Mix 6 oz water, 2 oz vinegar and Kool-Aid in another bowl.
- 3
  Take the yarn out of the hot water and squeeze out as much water as possible.
- 4
  Lay a long sheet of plastic wrap out on a flat surface and place the yarn on it.
- 5
  Pour the dye over the yarn, enfold in the plastic wrap and move dye around inside to cover all of the yarn.
- 6
  Place the wrapped yarn into a microwave-safe dish and microwave for two minutes.
- 7
  Rinse the fiber well with warm water until it runs clear. Hang the yarn to air dry.
Dyeing Eggs With Kool-Aid
- 8
  Fill each container with 2/3 cup of water and mix in a packet of Kool-Aid. Stir until the Kool-Aid dissolves.
- 9
  Place an egg in each container and let them sit for two minutes.
- 10
  Remove the eggs with your slotted spoon and place on an old towel to dry.
- 11
  Experiment by dipping eggs in one color, and then another to see what color mixes you can create.

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