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Dyeing - Painting - Sidecaps
These mods don't affect the playability of the yo-yos, they just make them look nice.
If you have a mod that you would like to post here, please email me at tim@themodsquad.org
NOTE: Most of these mods are potentially perilous to your yo-yos or you if they are not done properly or tools are handled incorrectly. This website and
the modders featured herein are in no way responsible for any damages done to your yo-yos or yourselves as a result of attempting any modifications found on this site - whether it is
a sloppily painted yoyo, a cracked yo-yo body from acetone, or a missing finger from a crazy dremel accident. When modding yo-yos, always proceed with caution!
Dyeing
When dyeing yo-yos, white and clear are the easiest because a yo-yo will only get darker and darker as you dye it.
Most modders use RIT brand dye to dye their yoyos. Hot or warm water with added acetone works best. Length of time varies based on the type of
plastic used to make the yoyo and temperature of the solution. Some people boil their yoyos in RIT on the stove, although I would worry about melting them
if they contact the pot, plus this ruins the pot and the dye is likely to be less effective when used with only water.
AND DON'T ATTEMPT TO BOIL ACETONE, EVEN IF WATERED DOWN, ON A STOVE TOP OR IN A MICROWAVE! Microwaving won't work anyway because most
yo-yos contain metal. Metal + Microwave = Bad Idea... although not as bad as boiling acetone! I have also tried using food coloring, in combination
with vinegar (like an egg!) and then later with acetone, and I have had far less success that way, especially noticable depending on the type of plastic.
In some cases it had absolutely no coloring effect at all. :(
If the yo-yo doesn't take the color from the RIT, you can attempt to doctor the solution a bit to help it along by changing the ratio of acetone to water.
This whole process can be a bit ricky and too much acetone or too much exposure time can result in cracks in the yo-yo, pitting, or other cosmetic flaws.
If you have successfully dyed yo-yos and you want to try something trickier, you can consider masking off certain areas of the yo-yo.
Anything that resists water should work to some degree. You can tape off sections, or use glue (make sure it is dry), or dish soap,
or vaseline, etc. For complicated designs, you use a Pysanky kit (like those intricate easter eggs).
Please email me any success or failure stories you have to help me update this page.
calicojoe |
calicojoe |
calicojoe |
yoyo rockstar |
Dyeing links: Scarecrow, YoYo Rockstar
Painting
Painting is NOT done on the outside of yo-yos, but instead is done on the inside 'hidden' surface of clear or transparent yo-yos. Painting can be done with acrylic, enamel, or glass paint.
chavah |
yoyo rockstar |
yoyo rockstar |
yoyo rockstar |
Painting links: YoYo Rockstar, Scarecrow
Sidecaps
Sidecaps are difficult to make due to the materials involved. Sidecaps are usually laminated and will not fit well unless they are a precise circle. Removal of sidecaps is best done with a suction cup.
somnus |
yoyo rockstar |
yoyo rockstar |
Sidecap links: Scarecrow
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What's New
2008
I am the busiest man on the planet. As such, I have greatly reduced my yo-yoing activities.
Currently I plan on producing 1 or 2 yo-yos per week and selling them on ebay.
I should have the home page redone for 2008 by June 1st.
"It was worth the wait. I really enjoy the yo-yo you modified for me. It is a pleasure to play."
- Don
Contact Us:
tim@themodsquad.org
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