I use Rit dye on the stovetop and get exceptional colors and patterns in my home tie-dyes. The problem is, no matter how well I rinse (before and after removing the bands), by the time I use detergent to wash it, the colors bleed together, and tinge the white, so that the piece is muted instead of brilliant. Is there a pre-bath I should use to help set the colors? I've tried rinsing under running water, instead of in a tub, until the water runs completely clear, and this helps a little. Still, when it is washed, it bleeds onto itself and is no longer as attractive. If I hand-wash the piece and rinse quickly under running water, again, the colors still look nice, until it is laundered. I've tried heat-setting in the dryer and ironing the pieces before laundering a second time, but all to no avail. How do I keep my tie-patterns distinct and bright?

2007-04-14 02:52:54 · 5 answers · asked by skreutner 1 in Hobbies & Crafts

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If I find an unscrupulous dealer on Ebay what can I do outside of leaving bad feedback?

I have found a seller who 1.bumps up S+H charges from the figure stated but only after a buy is confirmed 2.sends out goods in a condition that is nothing like those shown in his photos 3. Is abusive and threatening if he is questioned.His feedback is 99.8% positive but he has a bad reputation amongst folks who have used his 'services' and yet Ebay seem unwilling to act.

2007-04-14 01:34:12 · 11 answers · asked by chinbeard49 2 in Hobbies & Crafts

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does anyone know to get to the point of making personal sales?

I've been into drawing since i was a little girl, i was great in high school but i lost my edge abit but i'm working on it once again. I was many art works i would love to sell out to others but i don't know how to even start something like that. I need peoples great ideas so please help me!!!

2007-04-14 01:32:35 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hobbies & Crafts

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Knex instructions?

could anyone give me any good sites to get knex instructions from for my son he likes to bould cars the most but any types of builds will do.
Also i would want FREE sites!
Thanks

2007-04-14 01:23:19 · 2 answers · asked by Gill 2 in Toys

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My brother has just got a new us$100 note with serial number FK 66666666A, How much is it worth?

Do people still collect this with a nice serial number? Are there any places to evaluate? Do you think should he sell it or keep it . If sell where can he sell and how much he should sell? Any suggest??

2007-04-14 00:25:11 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Hobbies & Crafts

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