Originally Posted by melodyr
Yes, it is the same dye as you'd use on cotton tee shirts. I cram the piece of denim in a fruit jar. (packed tight) and pour the dye in. I let them sit for a day or two and give them a shake whenever I walk by them. Rinse, and there you have it. I've got bunches of old jeans saved to cut up and dye.
I love this!! You did a beautiful job. Another thing to add to my list :) I think my DH would really like a quilt from dyed denim (and I would too.) Thank you for sharing!
This is a great thread and everything everyone has made is wonderful. All of you have given me so many ideas :thumbup: