Name: Judi
Message: I have a pair of tan synthetic suede chaps (washable) that I would like to dye to light blue - is this possible? HOW

All dye is transparent, so it is impossible to dye something to obtain a lighter color. You cannot dye something that is tan, to make it light blue. You can obtain a medium or dark blue, however. If you want to dye something to be light blue, you must start with white.

Polyester is not a fun thing to dye. It is not a suitable project for a beginner, and it is expensive to set yourself up with the required equipment.

You can dye polyester, if you are willing to invest in a very large (three gallon or larger) cooking pot, which you will never, ever use for food, since polyester dye is not safe for food use, and if you buy the necessary ingredients and follow the directions supplied by the manufacturer. See "Dyeing Polyester with Disperse Dyes".