{"product_id":"dylon-espresso-brown-fabric-dye-sachet-50g-hand-dye-for-small-garments-delicates","title":"Dylon Espresso Brown Fabric Dye Sachet 50g — Hand Dye for Small Garments \u0026 Delicates","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDylon Espresso Brown 50g hand dye refreshes small garments and home textiles with a rich, café-inspired brown in a single easy dyeing session.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRefresh a favourite top, revive cushion covers or transform tired towels with a concentrated 50g sachet of Dylon hand dye in Espresso Brown. Designed for small-batch projects, this sachet gives strong colour on natural fibres like cotton, linen, wool and silk, and is especially useful for delicates or pieces you prefer not to machine-dye. The formula is dye-stable for long-lasting colour when the instructions are followed carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I use this Dylon hand dye for small projects?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the sachet is straightforward and ideal for hand-dyeing at a sink or tub. Dissolve the dye and prepare a salt solution, combine them, add the fabric and stir until the desired shade develops. Follow rinsing and washing guidance to set the colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDissolve dye sachet in 500ml warm water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDissolve 350g salt in 6L warm water; combine with dye solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSubmerge fabric, stir constantly, then rinse and launder separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne sachet dyes about 250g fabric to full shade, up to 500g for lighter tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat fabrics will Espresso Brown dye effectively?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDylon hand dyes work best on natural fibres: cotton, linen, viscose, wool and silk accept rich, even colour. Mixed-fibre items will take a lighter outcome, and most synthetic fabrics—like polyester and nylon—will not take the dye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFull, intense results on 100% cotton and linen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft, rich colour on wool and silk — ideal for delicates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExpect paler shades on blends; synthetics generally resist dye uptake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse multiple sachets for larger quantities or deeper tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get consistent, long-lasting colour without damaging delicates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl temperature, agitation and salt concentration to achieve even colour while protecting delicate fibres. Gentle stirring and correct rinsing prevent patchy results; always follow fabric care labels for post-dye washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse warm water for dissolving; avoid boiling for delicate fibres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStir regularly and consistently during dyeing for even coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRinse until water runs clear, then wash separately on a gentle cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest on a small hidden area if uncertain about fabric reaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I blend colours or use this sachet in a machine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — Dylon encourages creativity: mix hand dyes for custom shades or use machine dye variants when dyeing full loads. For small items or delicate techniques like tie-dye, the hand-dye sachet gives more control than machine products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCombine small amounts of different hand dyes for unique brown tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse Dylon machine dye versions for full garment loads in machines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHand-dye sachets are excellent for tie-dye and concentrated effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-dye or colour-change products are available for stronger transformations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? Dylon Espresso Brown 50g hand dye is aimed at crafters, wardrobe refreshers and home decorators who need one-off or small-batch dyeing. It suits anyone working with natural fibres, people refreshing delicates, and creative hobbyists experimenting with tie-dye or shade mixing. If you want a single-sachet solution to change or revive smaller garments and soft furnishings without a full machine load, this product is a practical, colour-rich choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How much fabric will one Dylon 50g sachet dye?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: One sachet dyes roughly 250g of fabric to full shade, or up to 500g for a lighter colour using half the salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I use this on wool and silk?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — Dylon hand dyes work well on wool and silk, giving rich results when you follow the gentle dyeing and rinsing steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Dylon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55249436148049,"sku":"B00H660KOM","price":29.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/dylon-espresso-brown-front-sachet.jpg?v=1791635696","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/dylon-espresso-brown-fabric-dye-sachet-50g-hand-dye-for-small-garments-delicates","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}