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How to Craft Purple Dye in Minecraft

Purple Dye is used to color a wide variety of blocks and items.

Crafting Recipe

Crafting Table
Red dye + blue dyeRed dye +...
Purple DyePurple Dy...Purple Dye

Materials Needed

ItemAmountWhere to Find
Red dye + blue dye1Red dye + blue dye

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Open your Crafting Table to access the 3x3 crafting grid.
  2. Place the following items anywhere in the crafting grid: Red dye + blue dye.
  3. Collect your Purple Dye from the output slot.

Uses for Purple Dye

  • Dyeing wool, leather armor, glass, concrete, terracotta and more

View detailed item stats, durability and properties for Purple Dye on the Astroworld Items Database.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to craft Purple Dye?
You need 1 Red dye + blue dye. Use a Crafting Table to craft it.
How many Purple Dye does the recipe produce?
This recipe produces 1 Purple Dye per craft.
What is Purple Dye used for?
Dyeing wool, leather armor, glass, concrete, terracotta and more.
What version of Minecraft added Purple Dye?
Purple Dye was added in Minecraft Alpha.

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