Hand-dye sachet for clothes and soft furnishings, promising an easy way to add rich colour. Quickly revives faded items and gives small projects new life. Is Dylon Hand Dye the right choice for delicates and occasional repairs?
⚡ At a Glance
- • Colour Intensity: Rich, full shades achievable on natural fibres
- • Best for: Small items, delicates and quick colour touch-ups
- • Not ideal for: Synthetic fabrics such as polyester and nylon won’t take dye
One 50 g sachet is sized for small-batch hand-dye projects. Mixed fabrics produce paler shades and synthetic fibres will not dye.
Vibrant colour results - with a concentrated 50 g sachet
Powdered dye comes in a single-use 50 g sachet designed for measured small-batch application. Shade depth is controlled by fabric weight and dye concentration, with guidance provided for lighter or fuller results.
Reliable, rich colour that restores faded garments and fabrics. Suitable for refreshing an item without committing to large-scale dyeing.
Gentle on delicates - with a hand-dye method suited to wool and silk
Formulation is intended for hand-dye use on delicate fibres such as wool and silk and for items you prefer not to put in a washing machine. Mixed-fibre pieces will take a lighter shade while synthetics will not take colour.
Safe approach for small delicate items, avoiding machine agitation and protecting fabric structure. Ideal for slipcovers, scarves and favourite knitwear.
Simple small-batch control - with single sachet portions
Sachet format is tailored to smaller items like shorts, vests or socks, and several sachets can be combined for larger quantities. Use of salt is specified when aiming for lighter shades.
Easy to scale up or keep to one-off repairs and craft projects. Offers more control and less waste than trying to dye a whole load in a machine.
✨ The 4 Key Reasons for Dylon Hand Dye
- Simple hand-dye method - Quick setup with straightforward steps for home use
- Restores faded garments - Produces rich, attractive colour that revives clothing effectively
- Small-batch control - Perfect for shorts, socks and individual fabric projects
- Low fuss alternative to machines - Cheaper and less hassle than machine dyeing for small jobs
📋 Technical Details at a Glance
- Category: Fabric hand dye
- Brand: Dylon
- Net weight: 50 g sachet
- Colour: Tulip Red
- Suitable fabrics: Wool, silk, cotton, linen, viscose
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use Dylon Hand Dye on polyester or nylon?
A: No. Synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon will not take the dye and therefore are not suitable.
Q: How much fabric will one sachet cover?
A: One sachet is enough to dye 250 g of fabric to the full shade or up to 500 g of fabric to a lighter shade; 250 g of salt is required for the lighter result.
Q: Is the dye suitable for wool and silk delicates?
A: Yes. The dye is ideally suited for smaller items and delicates such as wool and silk that you may not want to put through a washing machine.
🏆 Our Verdict
Suitable for hobbyists and anyone who needs an easy way to refresh small garments and soft furnishings. The single-use 50 g sachet delivers concentrated colour and controlled small-batch dyeing, especially useful for delicates. Small sachets make for economical, low-waste use and help extend the life of favourite items, offering good long-term value.
