yarn dye
/ˈjɑrn ˌdaɪ/
adjective
- Describing fabric or thread that has been dyed before being woven or knitted.
- Yarn-dye stripes are popular in traditional tartan patterns.
- The yarn-dye fabric has a rich, lasting color.
- He bought a yarn-dye shirt that won't fade easily.
verb
- To dye yarn before it is woven or knitted into fabric.
- They yarn-dyed the wool before starting the weaving process.
- The factory yarn-dyes the threads to ensure the colors stay bright.
- She prefers to yarn-dye her materials for more consistent color in the final cloth.