Dyeing Fabrics

Lately, I have been doing lots of dyeing of garments at Lemon Fresh.  Bridesmaid dresses, fur stoles, winter coats, men's dress shirts; they have all been on the project list since the beginning of 2011.

I like dyeing projects, probably because I always enjoy a challenge and I enjoy doing something that not many others will attempt to do for their customers.

Not every garment is a good candidate for dyeing to a different color, however.  I often tell customers who are inquiring that "Dyeing is an art, not a science".  I am good at it, and I usually have a pretty good idea how something will turn out, but there are definitely no guarantees.  Here are a few guidelines:

1.  Natural fibers (cotton, linen, wool, silk) will generally dye much easier than synthetic fibers.  However, I do usually have good success with lightweight polyester fibers, such as chiffon.

2.  You will be happier if you aim for a color range in the final product rather than a very specific shade.

3.  Have patience!  Give us 2-3 weeks for a dyeing project.

4.  The most successful projects are when you are trying to dye to a darker color rather than lighter!

Do you have something you're thinking about having dyed?  I am generally at our 8th Street plant on Fridays from 8 am - 2 pm.  Stop in and let's chat!

...Tami aka. The Laundry Girl

Lemon Fresh Named "Best Of" Again!

This just in...

The readers of The Holland Sentinel have once again named Lemon Fresh Cleaners as the Best Cleaners in West Michigan.  Thank you, West Michigan!

Welcome!

Welcome to our blog, written by Tami Parks.

Tami is the daughter of Lemon Fresh owners, Roger & Kristi Lemmen.  She is also active in most parts of Lemon Fresh Cleaners, including drycleaning, management, and specialty services.

If you have questions about clothing care, Tami would be honored to answer them on this blog.  You can e-mail Tami here.