jmg5312 - thanks for the HD link, this should help the OP - however the video does not show coloring the front - which is usually the tricky area.

Someone here suggested using Vaseline on the Styrofoam head and I did that with awesome results, no lace/knot stain whatsoever. Vaseline seeps through a little and coats the lace and knots. A pain and lots of hot water to get the vaseline all the out but the knots and lace are pristine.