Meet the easiest, most rewarding way to dye cotton and other cellulose fibers. Procion MX Ice Dyes are tuned to split into their component hues as ice melts, producing crystal-like, multi-color patterns —from mountain-peak highlights to valley shadows across your folds and scrunches. Just soak in soda ash , arrange fabric, cover with ice (or snow) , sprinkle dye , and let the magic develop as it melts. Why you’ll love it - New formulae for maximum, distinct color splits - Low effort, high payoff —well suited for beginners and pros - Vivid, washfast fiber-reactive color on cellulose fibers Best for (surfaces/fibers) Cotton, linen, canvas, hemp, jute, ramie, sisal, paper, rayon, and more (cellulose fibers).
What’s in the Box:
- 6 × 2 oz (56.7 g / ~0.057 kg) jars of Procion MX Ice Dye colors (online-exclusive set)
- Item: PMX602S (SET)
How to Ice Dye (Quick):
- Pre-soak in soda ash: 2 cups per gallon of water (≈125 ml per liter by volume) . Soak fabric 15–20 min; wring out.
- Tie/fold/scrunch fabric and place in a colander or rack over a catch tray.
- Cover with ice (or clean snow).
- Sprinkle dye powder evenly over the ice.
- Melt & develop overnight in a warm spot.
- Rinse & wash after 24–48 hours until water runs clear; launder separately first wash. Tip: Vary fold patterns, ice thickness, and color placement for bolder splits and layered “geode” effects.
Care & Safety:
- Wear gloves and a dust mask when handling powders.
- Avoid inhalation/ingestion; keep from children & pets.
- Use dye-dedicated tools, not for food use.
- First washes may release excess dye—wash separately.
