cjomomma

I would have but I can't find it. That's why I'm thinking of dying method.

Moonpi

I've done some dyeing, but can't reliably predict the outcome. It's like baking bread - with the same ingredients, two people will come up with different results. I would wash the fabric thoroughly first, and I use a little borax in the wash to remove skin oil that will change the outcome. No fabric softener.

A lot depends on that black - if it was made by combining other dyes, you may end up with something looking green or rusty. Experiment with it and see what happens. I've overdyed some ugly prints and some have turned out beautifully, but they were covering lighter with darker colors.

Rebecca VLQ

I would say that, too.

Thing is...if you buy GOOD dye (fiber reactive) there is a change in the actual makeup of the fibers of the cloth where it opens up slots for the molecules to "take" the dye molecules. I can foresee the black fabric molecules "opening up" and releasing dye molecules and setting them on the white dots, along with your yellow. The dots probably will not turn out good, especially if the fabric is crumpled and dark touches light.

quilt queen 2

A couple of years ago when I was doing a bunch of blue gradations I was able to overdye a black and white print with the blue. I would do a small piece first and make sure to wash the fabric before.

dotcomdtcm

Make a sample. You can also sponge the dotted area & not dye the whole thing. Make sure your black does not run into the dots!

skothing

I took a dying class and what has been said is what I learned. I took ugly fabric to over dye and it turned out wonderful. The class was under 40 for 6 weeks. No additional cost for dying. It was a blast!

cjomomma

Thank you everyone for all info. I will let you know what happens.