Let’s Tie Dye!
August 1, 2009 by Linette Gerlach
Filed under Crafting With Kids
I remember tie dyeing when I was a kid, it was so much fun! Now tie dye seems to be coming back in a big way, so I thought it might be a fun activity to do with my son. Since haven’t tie dyed for several years I can only remember parts of how to do it.
I decided I need to find something with step by step instructions to walk me through the process again. I found this handy dandy video that is a great tie dye tutorial.
There are also tie dye kits out there, but I think it would be easier, and cheaper to gather your own tie dye materials.
All you need are some rubber bands or string, a couple large buckets, whatever you want to tie dye, a pair of rubber gloves, and the dye (RIT is my favorite fabric dye for anything).
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Follow the instructions on the dye, you may need a couple other things to mix it with depending on the fabric dye you choose.
You’ll also want to have an old sheet, or some plastic to catch any spills. Better yet take your tie dye outside.
I’m going to give it a try with my son in the next couple weeks. I’ll be back to share our results!
