Helpful Chart for Dyers Without a Scale

Estimated Dye Weights

small cotton bandana 1oz/28g

large cotton bandana and standard silk bandana 1.5oz/43g

standard linen bandana 3oz/85g 

medium cotton Tshirt 5oz/142g

1 yard light weight fabric 5oz/142g

1 yard medium weight fabric 10oz/284g

1 yard heavy weight fabric 20oz/567g