How to Dye Wooden Beads

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Assemble the items needed for this project.

   These are listed below under "Things You'll Need".
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   Step 2: Place the beads into a bowl of water you've just boiled.

   Leave them there to soak for 20 minutes.
   
   The purpose of this is to make them more porous. , Do this in each glass bowl being used (if you're only making one colour, then only one bowl needs to be used).
   
   The colours can be changed by halving or doubling the dye amounts.
   
   Softer colours come from less dye, stronger from more dye. , Use the slotted spoon or strainer to add the beads to the coloured bowls. ,, Allow to drain over the bowl to removed excess dye. , Leave to dry overnight before using. , The coloured beads are now ready to use in jewellery projects or craft projects.
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   Step 3: Mix 2 teaspoons of food dye per cup of boiled water.

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   Step 4: Add the water softened beads to the bowls.

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   Step 5: Let the beads sit in the bowl of dye for at least 20 minutes.

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   Step 6: Again using the slotted spoon or strainer

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   Step 7: lift out the dyed beads from the dye bowl.

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   Step 8: Place the beads onto the paper towel to dry.

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   Step 9: Use as desired.

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