Dyeing Alabaster

You can change the color of clear alabaster. This technique has been perfected in Italy. However, the dye is toxic and should not be flushed down the drain. If you want to experiment get the wood dye called ANILINE. Warm water to room temperature (20C/68F). Add Aniline dye to a ratio of 30% color to 70% water. Soak the stone for 10 hours. Wash it off.