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Soda Ash

Soda Ash for Geode Tie Dye: Soaking vs. Powder Application

Holding a measuring cup, pouring out soda ash.

Fabric must be treated with soda ash to activate the dye reaction. You can soak the fabric or apply soda ash powder mixed with dye. I now prefer to presoak the shirt afte it's tied. Sprinkling soda ash on top can give blotchy results.

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