Kristi Found A New Love For Tie-dying

I took some time out of my sunny Sunday afternoon to enjoy the gorgeous weather and get a little crafty.

What's better than a big ol' dose of vitamin D with a side of crafting? In my book, nothing can beat it!

I wanted to try something I hadn't done in a very long time: Tie Dying!

I gathered all the supplies I needed, I found the design pattern I wanted to achieve, and got straight to work.

Supplies you will need

Rubber Bands
Plastic Wrap
Gloves
T-shirt or other Garment
Tie Dye Kit or Ritz Dye
Paper Towels
Covered Work Surface
Scissors

Directions

Pre-Wash T-Shirt
Keep Shirt Damp (straight from washer is best)
Fold T-Shirt into the Pattern of your choice (I folded mine long ways, like an accordion)
Place Rubber Bands (helps shirt hold its shape)
Apply Dye (any where on the shirt you would like)
Roll T-Shirt Over (without picking it up, trying not to blend colors)
Apply Dye Again
Wrap Shirt In Plastic Wrap
Leave Shirt To Sit (for at least 6-8 hours)
Remove Plastic Wrap
Rinse Shirt By Hand
Cut Rubber Bands Offs
Unfold Shirt
Wash In Washing Machine (large load, Hot water & only 1 Shirt at a time)
Dry as T-Shirt is directed
TA-DA YOU'RE DONE!!

Once the dying process was over and I had the finished shirt in front of me, I decided to make a few adjustments by cutting the bottom into tassels and adding a peak-a-boo neckline. I never do anything basic, like it needs to be over the top and down right fancy! LOL

I will be sure to continue Tie-Dying as it was much more fun then I remember.

If you have any neat Tie-Dying tips and tricks I would love to hear them! You can always message me right thru the Bee App or on the B98.5 facebook page.