How Do You Remove Food Dye From Clothes?
Whether part of a confectionery catastrophe or a simple slip of the hand during craft time, food dye can cause a horrific stain on sometimes valuable clothing. Knowing how to remove food dye from clothing is a valuable skill, and a lot easier than many people think. Fortunately, in the world of dyes and stains, food dye ranks a little lower than some of the more persistent varieties, so you’ll likely manage the blemish with some basic fabric care techniques. Treat the food dye stain as quickly as possible. As with many stains, time is of the essence when attempting to remove food dye from clothing. Make a soaking solution out of a tablespoon of vinegar, a tablespoon of laundry detergent, and about a pint or so of warm water. Increase the amount of vinegar and laundry detergent in the event of more intense stains. Stir the cloth in this soaking solution for a minute or two and then allow to sit for 20 minutes. Gently rub the stain and look for signs of removal. If it breaks up and disap
