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SPACE DYE
Space dye is this season’s answer to tie-dye – an exciting dyeing effect that has taken the streets by storm. You may have noticed an influx of consumers wearing garments in what appears to be a multi-coloured striped effect – this is space dye.
The space dyeing technique gives yarn a unique, multi-coloured effect. While a typical skein of yarn is the same colour throughout, a skein of space-dyed yarn comprises two or more different colours which typically repeat themselves throughout the length of the yarn.
Space-dyed yarn can be produced in either co-ordinating or contrasting shades. Co-ordinated colours, such as various neutral tones or assorted shades of blue, provide a subtle yet sophisticated look, while contrasting hues, such as purple, red or blue, offer a funkier feel.
TRIDRI® LEADING THE WAY
TriDri® lead the way in cutting-edge, on-trend, retail-ready performance and athleisurewear. From seasonal nude shades to relaxed, oversized shapes, TriDri® remain ahead of the curve – and the introduction of the Space Dye performance t-shirt is no exception.
The space dye effect creates a unique yet fashionable, multi-coloured finish; and, with five colour ways to choose from, it’s easy to match up the perfect shade to complement your branding or design.
Teams can now perform in eye-catching gear that stands out from the crowd.
TRIDRI®'S SPACE DYE COLOUR RANGE
Black/Grey
Blue/White
Green/Blue
Orange/Mint
Pink/Blue
WHAT IS SPACE DYEING?
There are various methods of space dyeing:
Space dyeing in package form
Colour is injected at a fixed place at high pressure and collected through a vacuum, creating patterns and dye patches on the package. After treatment and washing, the result is a yarn with beautifully dyed patches and good sharpness. It’s a quick process compared to other techniques such as skein printing.
Space dyeing in skein form
Space dyeing in skein form is a simple process, similar to tie-dyeing. Colour is applied directly to the material by brushing or spraying in fixed places to achieve a multi-coloured effect. The yarns are then dried for colour fixation and washed, with the colour set to the hank with mordants. Although it’s a straightforward process, with the benefit of colour control, it can be cumbersome and time-consuming.
The warp system
In this process, multiple strands of yarn are continuously printed at spaced intervals with different colours. The yarns usually have long spaces for each colour. Typical colour lengths are 3"–7".
The knit-de-knit process
For a variable or non-uniform appearance, knit-de-knit can be utilised. Firstly, yarn is knitted in a tubular fabric – like a sock – and then printed using engraved rollers. As the printed colour does not readily penetrate the areas of the yarn where it crosses itself, alternately dyed and undyed spaces appear. In contrast, you could use pre-dyed knitted material to overprint with different colours.
Continuous dye process
In this process, multiple strands of yarn are continuously printed at spaced intervals with different colours and are applied by air jet or dye troughs. This allows for threads to have either long or short spaces of colour.
SECTORS
Space dye provides eye-catching shelf appeal for those selling into retail, producing promotionalwear or offering styles in the sporting and athleisure sectors. Pair with a sleek design or team logo to create a unique and prominent look which stays competitive in your offering. For those in the retail space, space dye products will freshen up your range with an up-to-date style which consumers are seeking. It also presents an eye-catching uniform, demonstrating progressive forward-thinking and a playful, friendly brand persona.
