User Guide

You will first need to acquire the right kind of leather dye for your project. Bring your leather
patient (or a picture of the leather) to a local leatherworking store, and get a color match. Ask to
see the dye in action on a strip of leather similar to the piece you own.
Once you find the ideal match:
● Clean your leather. Ensure there is no dust or waxy residue; this will impede the dye’s
ability to absorb and may leave it splotchy after it dries.
● Place a newspaper around your work area and put masking tape over any part of the
leather you don’t want dyed.
● Test the leather dye on a discreet area of your leather with a cotton bud, and allow drying.
If it dries well with no discoloration, it’s safe. If the leather bubbles or flakes, stop
immediately and consult professional care.
● Use long, overlapping strokes to dye your leather’s surface. Work on one side at a time. If
the leather streaks, repeat the process. Coat until the dye is even and color matched.
● Allow your leather to dry and the dye to set overnight. Apply a coat of leather conditioner
when completely dry to protect your new dyed finish.
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