Dying Fabric

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I mentioned before that my husband and I are going to be Harley and Joker for Halloween this year. I looked high and low and couldn't find a purple tails tuxedo. So, I found a white one on ebay and a white tux shirt as well. I scored the whole suit for $80!!!! yippee!

We are going to dye the suit purple and the shirt peach. I found the colors of Rit dye that I need to get, and I have to go buy them today. Now, here is the problem. I never dyed anything before. What tips do you guys have for dying? The suit is polyester and the shirt is cotton. I have read that the best method for large items is the washing machine... but I'm terrified that I will end turning my husbands work clothes purple. Can I do it in the bathtub?

I am just so so so excited! I have the pieces to make Harley. I just have to wait for my mom to come help me. I have never sewn spandex before and I don't want to mess it up. The suits cost me $80, and I wouldn't be able to have another one ordered in time or have the money!!!

I already have the make-up too!!

*squee* Oh, and I got an email about the local radio station costume ball... and grand prize $1000!!!!! Here's hoping!

Thanks in advance!
Lorrie