Rinsing in Still Versus Running Water

Q: I have a question about rinsing my pieces after dyeing. Does it have to be done in running water or can it be done in multiple buckets?

A: The rinsing can be done in dingy water up until the moment the piece is going to be opened. At that point, use fresh water (or at least the cleanest rinse water bucket you have). Dirty rinse water can stain the pristine white resisted portions of the fabric. The staining is not permanent but it is difficult to remove and will naturally fade out over time (though in patchy ways and will turn yellow before disappearing).