Kool-aid to Dye Tying Material

A couple weeks back I was quizzing some guys on the best dye to use for tying materials because I have shot a few birds this year and thought I would start to experiment a little. I heard hair dye and bunch of others but Kool-aid got brought up more than once. So I found this article on Field and Stream on the best way to dye using Kool-aid...

Dissolve one or more packs of unsweetened Kool-Aid in a little warm water. Using more Kool-Aid gives greater color depth, so don't be bashful. A Kool-Aid pack costs 20 cents at my local Wal-Mart, so price is really no obstacle.

Put the liquid dye in a microwave-safe container, add the hair and enough warm water to cover. Zap it in the microwave for a couple of minutes, and then let it sit. The water should be hot, but not simmering or boiling. You don't want to actually "cook" the hair and hide. (You can do this on a stovetop, also, but I found the microwave much easier.)

After a while, turn and wiggle the hair in the dye bath to distribute fresh dye among the fibers. Heat again. Let it sit some more.

When it looks as if you've achieved the desired color, rinse the hair in clear warm water to check. What you see is what you get. If the color looks good, rinse completely and let the hair air dry. If more color seems needed, heat the dye bath again and leave the hair in it longer.

That's basically it. Note these cautions. Wear rubber gloves, or you'll be wearing purple (or whatever color) hands for a while. And remember, you're using a dye. Spilling it makes a hell of a mess, so be careful. Finally, try using just a small piece of scrap hair first to get the hang of it. (FieldandStream.com).