Tutorials

MAHAJU TECHNIQUE

Learn how to use the Japanese Mahaju technique to obtain a beautiful striped effect when dyeing.

Materials Needed

ECONOMY PACK TINGECOR

ECONOMY PACK FIXACOR

Heat source (stove, heating element or cooker)
Rubber gloves
Wooden spoon
Smaller container to dissolve the dye
Large container for dyeing

GUARANY FIXACOR
String or thin thread
A pre-washed 100% cotton fabric (cotton percale 200 gauge is a good choice or a cotton bed sheet)
GUARANY TINGECOR in the colour of your choice

Step by step

01/04

Fold the fabric in pleats alternating back and forth. Fold in the middle.

02/04

Bind these folds together with thread or string without tightening too tightly.

03/04

Prepare the dye. Hold the folded and dry fabric and soak on one side only (2 cm) for 30 minutes.

04/04

Remove the excess water and place 2 cm (3/4”) in the dye on the other side of the folded fabric. Keep the bath boiling for another 30 minutes, rinse and place in a bath of FIXACOR and follow the instructions on the package.

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