Tie and Dye Projects

Tie-dye is a process of tying and dyeing a piece of fabric or cloth which is made from knit or woven fabric, usually cotton; typically using bright colors. It is a modern version of traditional dyeing methods used in many cultures throughout the world. Tie-dyeing is accomplished by folding the material into a pattern, and binding it with string or rubber bands. Dye is then applied to only parts of the material. The ties prevent the entire material from being dyed. Designs are formed by applying different colors of dyes to different sections of the wet fabric.

Tie and Dye Sundress

Tie and Dye Infinity Scarf

Tie and Dye Tablet cover

 

Tie and Dye Basket Cover

MATERIAL
Plain fabric 
Dye
Salt
Water

METHOD
Get a piece of fabric , coloured dye,  and 1 cup of salt. Set-up at a place with a water supply nearby (sink area).
Tie knots to the fabric in regular interval.


Soak the fabric in the dye (and salt) and boiling water mixture as instructed on pack.

Rinse well in clean water. The water from the squeezed fabric should run clear after. Wring the fabric

Hang Outside to dry.

Tips
Wear unwanted clothes as you may stain them with dye!

Wait at least 72 hours before washing this as the colours might seep into other fabrics/garments.