America's 250th birthday is a reason to celebrate, and your backyard centerpiece is completely up to you. According to event experts, handmade 100% cotton provides a much better canvas for party food than flimsy plastics. Fortunately, you don't need professional art skills to craft a stunning milestone keepsake.
Creating a custom tie-dyed tablecloth saves money compared to buying boutique linens. If you can squeeze a bottle, you can master this outdoor party decoration idea today.
Supplies Needed:
- TULIP USA Party Tie-Dye Kit
- White cotton tablecloth
- Foil pans
- Plastic wrap
1. PREPARE TABLECLOTH FOR DYEING
Prewash and dry tablecloth. Spray with a little water so tablecloth is slightly damp.
2. ADD RUBBER BANDS
Section off tablecloth into three sections with rubber bands.
3. PUT TABLECLOTH INTO FOIL PANS
Drape each section of tablecloth into its own foil pan.
4. ADD DYE & LET SET
Add red and blue dye to 2 sections, leaving one section white. Cover in plastic and let set 6-8 hours.
5. RINSE, WASH & REVEAL!
Rinse, wash and dry. Reveal!
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