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Six Hippie Tie-Dye Trends to Celebrate Woodstock

Published Date: July 21, 2022 Woodstock may have been over 50 years ago, but its cultural impact has lasted through the generations! Our favorite part? The tie dye fashion, of course! Get inspired with our list of hippie tie dye trends to celebrate Woodstock, grab some tie dye, and party like it's 1969! Instructions Peace Sign Tie-Dye Tee Peace and Love! This peace sign hippie tie-dye tee is easier to make than you might think— just pick whichever One-Step Tie-Dye Kit has your favorite colors! Lay your shirt flat on a protected work surface, place your stencil, and apply the dye free-hand. The colors used in this project are so mellow and peaceful, wouldn’t you agree? It’s the perfect tee to chill out and vibe in! Woodstock Tie-Dye Socks When you want to wear hippie tie dye from head to toe, don’t forget about your socks! Use any Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit to treat your feet to a fun tie-dye experience. Experiment with different folding and binding techniques for your socks— try the stripes technique or crumple technique for an easy colorful result! Woodstock Tie-Dye T-shirt This Woodstock tie-dye tee is the epitome of hippie tie dye! The bullseye tie-dye technique is perfect for highlighting the Woodstock graphics. Use your favorite 3-Color Tie-Dye Kit for this simple yet stunning tie-dye fashion! Heart Tie-Dye Tee Peace and Love! No, you didn’t get déjà vu— we’ve need to talk about the other half of that iconic mantra! The heart tie-dye technique is the perfect hippie tie dye project for the lover inside of all of us. Whichever Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit you use for this craft, you’ll LOVE the results—this color palette radiates extra warmth and love! Rainbow Spiral Tie-Dye Tee A classic rainbow spiral tie dye tee is the best way to celebrate Woodstock! The tried-and-true spiral technique has been the iconic symbol of classic hippie tie dye for years. Tulip’s Rainbow Color Collection 6-Color Tie-Dye Kit has every color of the rainbow and is perfect for a project like this! Tie-Dye Tote with Puff Paint Accessorize your hippie tie-dye fashion with a homemade tie dye tote! Just pick out a 1-Color Dye to match your ‘fit and tie dye to your heart’s content! Take it to the next step and personalize your tie-dye tote bag— Tulip Puff Paints are perfect for painting doodles, drawings, mantras, and more. What are your favorite Woodstock hippie tie-dye trends? Show us your colorful style on social media and tag us @TulipColorCrafts!

5 Awesome Ombre Tie-Dye Looks

Published Date: June 08, 2022 The ombre trend isn’t going away any time soon, so get ahead of the curve with this list of 5 awesome ombre tie-dye looks! No matter which colors you choose, you can bet you’ll look as fabulous as ever with a bold ombre tie-dye gradient. There’s so many different ways to wear this popular style! Instructions Multicolored Ombre Tie-Dye Maxi Dress Look at the way those vivid colors blend! Try this technique at home and use your favorite Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit, water, and a paintbrush for the ombre tie-dye technique. This multicolored ombre tie-dye maxi dress works for any occasion, from formal to casual or anything in between! Pink And Yellow Ombre Tie-Dye Kids’ Tee Kids look great in ombre tie-dye, too! This technique is great for kids to try on their own—just hand them a paintbrush and let them blend their favorite tie-dye colors! Tulip One-Step Tie Dyes are nontoxic and safe for crafters of any age or experience level, so they’re perfect for kid-friendly fun! Pastel Ombre Tie-Dye Fashion This pastel ombre tie-dye is too cute! Try making your own pastel ombre tie-dye look with the Tulip Ice Cream Shoppe One-Step Tie-Dye Kit. We’re feeling this whole outfit— the pastel ombre shirt, the floral print skirt, the oversized scrunchie… it’s giving us life! This look is perfect for any girly girl on the go who loves to turn heads. With serious style like that, who wouldn’t want to wear this? Red Ombre Tie-Dye Fashion Going for a bold but fashionable ombre-tie dye look? Pick up some red tie-dye and try this! A simple red ombre tie-dye tee goes well with a plain black skirt and strappy platform sandals. We recommend pairing this tie-dye look with a bright red lip to highlight your tie-dye tee— you’ll look as eye-catching as ever! Rainbow Ombre Tie-Dye Shorts This look is perfect for Pride month! You’re bound to stand out with a pair of bright rainbow ombre tie-dye shorts. Paired with a classic jean jacket, cute ankle booties, and a bold leopard print cap, this look just screams “summer fun!” The Tulip Rainbow Color Collection Tie-Dye Kit has everything you need to add colorful rainbow fun to your wardrobe. How are you wearing your ombre tie-dye? Show us your style! Tag us on social media with your colorful creations @TulipColorCrafts!

6 Perfectly Pastel Tie-Dye Projects to Try

Published Date: June 03, 2022 Who doesn’t love pastel tie dye? Pastels are perfect for when you want to bring some soft colors into your wardrobe. Spring, summer, fall, or winter— regardless of the season, pastel shades never go out of style! Get inspired with this list of 6 perfectly pastel tie-dye projects and create something colorful! Instructions Pastel spiral tie dye tee The classic rainbow spiral tie-dye technique gets a major update with soft pastel shades! The sweet colors in the Tulip Ice Cream Shoppe Tie-Dye Kit is perfect for a pastel tie-dye project like this. This colorful tee is a such a fun way to show off your love for all things pastel! Pastel tie dye striped shorts If you haven’t made yourself a pair of tie-dye shorts yet, this is your sign! You can turn any Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye into pretty pastel shades by diluting it with water, so feel free to experiment until you find the perfect pastel for your ‘fit. These pastel tie-dye shorts use the stripes tie-dye technique for a simple yet colorful look that’s great for summer! Pastel ombre tie-dye hoodie This subtle pastel tie-dye hoodie is great for when you want a low-key look! It’s easy to create too— just brush on dye using the ombre tie-dye technique! The Tulip Pretty Pastels One-Step Tie-Dye Kit has all the colors you need for this pastel project. Whether you’re running errands or relaxing at home, you’ll look effortlessly stylish in a pastel tie-dye hoodie like this! Pastel chevron tank top This pastel tie-dye project is just the pick-me-up you need for those sweltering summer days! Create the perfect pastel by diluting your favorite Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye and make your own pastel tank top using the chevron tie-dye technique. Tie dye is a great way to cool down— plus you’ll get a new outfit to chill in! Pastel rainbow tie dye tee Show your pride with rainbow pastel tie dye! The Tulip Ice Cream Shoppe Tie-Dye Kit has all the pastel shades you need for this colorful project. You won’t believe how easy it is to create a colorful look like this— just follow the stripes tie-dye technique tutorial using every color of the pastel rainbow! Pastel sunburst sweater Looking for a bold way to wear your pastel tie dye? Pick up a Tulip Flower Petals One-Step Tie-Dye Kit and try the sunburst tie-dye technique! This pastel sunburst sweater reminds us of a sunny spring day when all the flowers are in bloom. Who wouldn’t want to wear something like that?

5 Ultra-Colorful Tie-Dye Techniques for Spring

Published Date: March 03, 2022 Easter is the perfect time to show off your love for tie dye! Whether you’re wearing trendy tie-dye looks or proudly putting your tie-dye creations on display, you’ll love preparing for Easter with Tulip Tie Dye. Get inspired with this list of our 5 favorite tie-dye techniques for Easter! Instructions Pastel Dyed Plant Pattern Cloth Napkins If you’re having an intimate Easter dinner at home this year, consider trying this pastel plant pattern tie-dye technique! Soft pastel colors and natural foliage patterns will bring a fresh and elegant look to any dinner party. This tie-dyed pastel napkin project is super simple and quick, especially when you use Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye! Pastel Tie-Dye Bock Bunnies It’s just not Easter without bunnies! This is the perfect tie-dye technique to try with the kids over the Easter holiday. Just grab a pair of old socks and use your favorite Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit to create these sweet little sock bunnies. The kids will love snuggling with their one-of-a-kind tie-dye bunnies as much as they love making them! Tie-Dye Party Pennant Garland This vibrant tie-dye garland is a great way to bring an extra pop of color to your Easter celebration! Use cloth napkins with your favorite tie-dye techniques and Tulip One-Step Tie Dyes to create a totally unique Easter garland that you can display anywhere. Easter just got even more colorful! Simple Ice Dye T-shirt Looking for something fun and colorful for the kids to wear on Easter? You’ll love this tie-dye technique that uses ice for one-of-a-kind designs! The whole family can get in on the fun with this ice dye T-shirt project—just sprinkle Tulip Tie-Dye over ice and let the sun do the rest of the work! Pastel Tie-Dye Jeans This tie-dye technique is just the thing your inner fashionista is looking for! Stand out on Easter with your very own pair of pastel tie dye jeans. It’s easier than you’d think, and the color combinations are endless when you have the Tulip Kaleidoscope 12-Color Tie-Dye Kit! What other tie-dye techniques will you use to add color to your Easter celebrations? Show us your colorful projects on social media @TulipColorCrafts!

Experiment with These 6 Uncommon Tie-Dye Techniques

Published Date: January 31, 2022 If you love tie dye like we do, you’re always on the lookout for new techniques to try. No worries, we’ve got you covered! These 6 uncommon tie dye techniques are as unique as they are fun—so grab your favorite Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit and get ready for a new tie dye experience! Instructions Floral glue resist dye tote bag This uncommon tie dye technique uses glue to take your tie dye to the next level! Use Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue to create fun patterns on fabric like this fun tote bag, let dry, and tie dye with your favorite Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit as usual. Remove the dried glue to reveal your unique resist designs! Kaleidoscope ice dye shirt This tricked-out tie-dye shirt is just like the kaleidoscopes you’ve played with as a kid! With all of its colors and winding patterns, it's no wonder we called this uncommon tie dye technique the Kaleidoscope Ice Tie-Dye Technique. For this colorful T-shirt, you'll want a larger tie-dye kit so you can use a lot of different dye colors! Project 3: Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Did you know you can pair Tulip One-Step Tie Dye with shaving cream to create some seriously cool swirled effects? It's super easy to do, and the uncommon marbling tie-dye technique produces something different every time you try it! Your kicks will be a one-of-a-kind pair of shoes that can’t be duped! Project 4: Reverse Dye This reverse tie dye technique is great for anyone who’s looking to stand out with an uncommon tie dye technique! It’s just like regular tie dye, but instead of adding color to white fabric, you remove color from black fabric using the Tulip Reverse Tie-Dye Kit! Once the color has been removed, add new color to your designs with your favorite One-Step Dyes. And remember, there’s no wrong way to tie dye! Project 5: Shibori Tie Dye The popularity of the shibori tie dye technique is hotter than ever! Try this uncommon tie dye technique with the Tulip One-Step Shibori Tie-Dye Kit. Shibori looks great on more than just t-shirts; try it on pants, sweaters, furniture, and more! Project 6: Rainbow Drip Dye You’ll be dripping with style with this rainbow drip dye technique! This uncommon tie-dye technique allows you to create a gradient of vivid colors by simply dripping your favorite Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit over your fabrics for a fun splatter effect like on this colorful tee! What other uncommon tie-dye techniques will you try? Share your tie-dye creations with us on social media @TulipColorCrafts!

Add Color to Your Winter Wardrobe with Tulip Wilderness One-Step Tie-Dye Kit

Published Date: December 27, 2021 If you’re like us, then you probably love wearing tie dye year-round. So, add some color to your winter wardrobe with the Tulip Wilderness One-Step Tie-Dye Kit! You’ll love creating colorful looks that you can wear all season long with this kit’s enchanting rustic palette. Get inspired to make your own trendy tie dye sweatsuit with this tutorial from Stephanie Walfield and say goodbye to the winter blues with colorful tie dye looks! Supplies needed - Tulip Wilderness One-Step Tie-Dye Kit - White sweater and sweatpants Instructions Prewash your fabrics, then choose your folding technique Before you get started, prewash (and dry, if using the dry technique) the clothes you will be dyeing to remove sizing. Then choose your technique for folding and binding your project. In this example, Stephanie Walfield uses the accordion tie-dye technique. Secure with rubber bands. Prepare the tie-dye solutions Prepare the tie-dye solutions according to the package instructions. Add water to each bottle at the indicated “Water Fill” line. Reattach the nozzle with cap on and shake vigorously for a minimum of 1 minute. Apply the dye solution to each section of the sweatsuit. Apply your desired colors of dye solution to each section, getting into all of the folds and crevices. Be sure to wear gloves during this step! To help the fabric absorb the dyes, work the solution into the fabric using your hands as you apply it. Accordion tie-dye sweaters with Tulip Wilderness One-Step Tie-Dye Kit Cover the dyed fabric with plastic wrap to keep damp and let set for 6 to 8 hours, then wash and dry according to package instructions. Now you have a loungewear set that will keep you cozy and fashionable all season long! What other colorful looks will you be wearing this winter? Share your tie-dye trends with us on social @TulipColorCrafts!

Add Tie Dye to Your Fourth of July Celebration

Published Date: May 25, 2021 This Independence Day, throw a backyard bash that’s bursting with creative flair! Beijos Events will show you how to add some extra patriotism to your Fourth of July celebration with red & blue Tulip One-Step Tie Dye. It’s a great activity for keeping the kids entertained, but don’t be surprised if the grownups want in on the fun too! Supplies needed - Tulip 1-Color One-Step Tie-Dye Kits – red and blue - White 100% cotton T-shirts - White 100% cotton handkerchiefs - Disposable plastic surface cover - Sealable plastic bags - Marker Instructions Tie-Dye Station Setting up a tie-dye station for your Fourth of July celebration is ideal for keeping all supplies in one convenient area. Make sure to cover the table with a disposable plastic tablecloth for easy cleanup with the tie-dye fun is done! It also helps to prep the dyes before everyone gets to the party so they’re ready to go. Dampen shirts and put on gloves Tell party guests before they arrive to bring a white cotton T-shirt in their size (or you can provide the shirts if you like), then make sure to thoroughly dampen each shirt and wring out. Have everyone put on gloves and choose their favorite tie-dye techniques from the project guides included in the kits. Apply red and blue tie dye to shirts Now it’s officially time for the tie dye part of your Fourth of July celebration! You might need to help the kiddos fold and bind their shirts with rubber bands (depending on the technique they choose). Then have them add the red and blue tie dye to their bound shirts any way they like! Place projects in plastic bags when done It also helps to have some paper towels on standby for quick and easy cleanup when working with the dyes. Once everyone is happy with their tie-dye project, write their name on a sealable plastic bag and place their project in the bag for easy, mess-free transport home while the dye sets. Tie-Dye Handkerchiefs Red and blue tie-dye handkerchiefs are another fun way to add tie dye to your Fourth of July celebration! You can use them as creative napkins for party guests, or even as another item to tie dye during the activity part of your backyard bash! Tie-Dye Party Table Let’s not forget about the food part of your Fourth of July celebration – everyone has to eat! You can set your table with tie dye and other patriotic-themed décor and utensils. Fourth of July Tie-Dye Celebration The kids will be all smiles after a creative tie-dye activity! What other ways would you incorporate Tulip Tie Dye into your Fourth of July celebration? Tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and share with us!

How to Use Soda Ash for Tie Dye

Published Date: September 21, 2020 If you’ve heard of tie dye, you’ve probably heard of soda ash too. If not, then we’re sure you’re now thinking, what is soda ash? And what does it have to do with tie dye? Soda ash is also known as sodium carbonate, but the most important thing you need to know about it is that soda ash can help prepare the fibers of your fabric to better absorb dyes and therefore produce brighter results. It’s often used as a presoak treatment before tie dyeing, but it’s not necessary when using Tulip One-Step Dyes because they already have soda ash mixed into the dyes. However, you can absolutely still use it! In this tutorial, Mikyla Creates shows you how to use soda ash for tie dye. Supplies needed - Tulip Soda Ash - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - White 100% cotton hoodie or item to tie dye - Bowl - Measuring cups - Stir spoon - Disposable plastic surface cover - Sealable plastic bag Instructions Add warm water to mixing bowl Prepare 8 cups of warm water and add to a mixing bowl. Make sure the bowl is large enough to fit the item you are going to tie dye. Add soda ash and stir Add half of a 2-lb. bag of soda ash to the warm water and stir until thoroughly mixed. Submerge fabric in soda ash Completely submerge your hoodie (or item you are tie dyeing) in the soda ash solution and allow it to soak for 30 minutes to an hour. Fold and bind fabric After your fabric is done soaking, remove it from the solution and wring it out, but do not rinse it. Place it on your covered work surface and fold and bind it using whatever tie-dye technique you like! Apply dyes and let set Mix your One-Step Dyes according to instructions, then apply to your soda ash pretreated fabric as normal. Once you have applied your dyes, cover your project with plastic or seal in a sealable plastic bag and let set for 6 to 8 hours or longer. Then rinse and launder according to instructions. Soda ash tie-dye hoodie And that’s how to use soda ash for tie dye! Wasn’t that easy? Didn’t Mikyla’s hoodie turn out so bright and fun?! How to use soda ash for tie dye Are you thinking of trying soda ash for your next tie-dye project? If you do, let us know how it turned out by tagging us on social @tulipcolorcrafts. Happy tie dyeing!

How To Tie Dye Towels

Wondering how to tie dye towels? Or maybe towels are the last thing in your house you haven't tie dyed - yet. Either way, we will show you how to dry off in style with your very own creativity and a little help from the Tulip One-Step Tie Dye Party Kit. Bath time/beach time/any time just got better. Supplies - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Party Kit or kit of choice - White 100% cotton towels - Plastic wrap or bag Steps Bind with rubber bands Make sure your towel has been washed (without fabric softener) and leave damp. Place on your covered work surface and scrunch or roll it vertically. Wrap rubber bands around the towel several inches apart, along the entire length of the towel, to secure it before tie dyeing. Mix dyes Add water to your dye bottles and shake to mix. For an extra colorful tie-dye towel, choose a different dye color for each banded section! Apply dyes Apply dyes to each section, rotating the towel so you add dye all parts of the section. Let dye set Wrap your towel in plastic to keep damp while the dye processes 6 to 8 hours, or overnight. After it's finished processing, remove the rubber bands, rinse and launder according to instructions. Your new favorite towel is ready for some beach action! Who wants to go swimming?!

DIY Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial

Published Date: April 13, 2020 Right now we all have health and safety on our minds - our own and that of everyone around us. Face masks have always been a great tool for helping to protect from and prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses, and right now they're in short supply. Many of us are getting creative and making our own, and while they aren't the same as medical-grade masks, they still add a level of protection we don't normally have ... and they also help to keep us from touching our faces! Tie dye is a fun way to add personality to your mask (Tulip One-Step Tie Dye is nontoxic!), and the best part is, you can grab an old tie-dye T-shirt out of your closet and DIY a mask without having to leave home. Check out this tutorial and get inspired to upcycle a tie-dye T-shirt into your own colorful face mask. Supplies needed - Tie-dye T-shirt (shop One-Step Tie-Dye Kits here) - Scissors - Mask pattern (find your preferred style online and download) - Elastic - Sewing pins - Sewing machine (or needle and thread) - Iron Instructions Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial If you're like us and you already have some bright tie-dye shirts lying around, grab one of those to get started on your face mask! But you can also make your mask out of a plain white 100% cotton T-shirt or fabric first, then tie dye afterward. Tulip One-Step Tie Dye is nontoxic, so you don't have to stress about wearing the dyed fabric against your face. Find a pattern online that you like best and print out. Make sure it's large enough to cover your face, and that you have a pattern that includes a liner and an outer layer. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - use pattern to cut fabric Lay your tie-dye T-shirt out flat and pin the patterns through both layers to hold in place while you cut out. The great thing about using a T-shirt is you automatically have two layers (you'll need two pieces for each pattern)! If you're using a swatch of fabric instead, make sure to fold in half and cut through both layers. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - use pattern to cut fabric You should have two pieces for the inner layer and two for the outer layer. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - stitch along curved edge Place right sides together for both the inner and outer layers and use sewing pins to hold in place. Stitch along the curved edge, leaving at least a 3/8-inch seam. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - clip seam and do a top stitch Use your scissors to make cuts along the seam of the section you just sewed, then iron to one side (to help hold in place) and do a top stitch along this clipped section. Make sure to do this for both the inner and outer layers of your mask. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - progress shot Your mask should look like this so far (right side facing outward). Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - fold and stitch sides For your inner layer, fold side edges over and over again, then iron to hold in place. Stitch along each edge to secure. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - stitch layers and clip Place your inner and outer layers right sides together, aligning the center seams. Stitch along the curved top edges and the bottom edges, leaving another 3/8-inch seam allowance on each side. Use your scissors to make cuts along these seams as done before. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - fold and stitch edges Turn your mask right side out and fold over each raw side edge once, then once more. Stitch in place to form the ear loop holders. Tulip Tie-Dye Face Mask Tutorial - fold and stitch edges String a section of elastic (about 8 inches long - but measure your ear for a more accurate length needed) through each ear loop holder you just created. Tip: It helps to fasten a safety pin to one end of the elastic and pull it through the ear loop holder. Overlap each end of the elastic strand about an inch to create a continuous loop, then stitch in place. Now you have bright, washable tie-dye face mask you can use whenever you need to head out and about!

Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique

Published Date: March 30, 2020 Looking for the coolest way to step on the scene this summer (or any time of year)? Embrace the chill factor with the ice tie-dye technique on a pair of shoes for pretty one-of-a-kind watercolor effects! We've been having a ton of fun experimenting with the ice dye technique, and it was only a matter of time before we tried it on shoes. Get the easy tutorial here and start thinking about freshening up your footwear with Tulip One-Step Tie Dye! Supplies needed - Tulip Ice Cream Shoppe One-Step Tie-Dye Kit (COMING SOON - or kit of choice) - White canvas shoes - Cooling rack - Ice - Masking tape - Plastic tub Instructions Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - mask soles of shoes Use masking tape to tape around soles of shoes to prevent dye from staining them. No need to presoak the shoes; you can leave them dry for this technique. Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - place on cooling rack Place a cooling wire rack over the top of a plastic bin (the bin will collect the runoff from ice and dyes as the ice melts). Place the prepped shoes on top of the rack. Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - pile on ice Pile ice over the shoes, making sure you cover as much of the shoes as possible with ice. Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - pour dye powder over ice Select desired dye colors and sprinkle the dry dye powders over the top of the ice according to your liking. (No need to add water to the dye bottles to mix before pouring over the ice.) Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - pour dye powder over ice Continue sprinkling dye powders over the others, any way you like. As the ice melts, it'll transfer the dyes to the shoes! Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - allow ice to melt Allow the ice to melt overnight. Once melted, let the shoes dry then remove the tape. Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique Tulip Ice Tie-Dye Shoes Technique Trick your kicks in awesome tie-dye patterns like ice dye! Let the ice and dye powders do all of the work for colorful custom shoes you can't get anywhere else.

Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique

Published Date: March 30, 2020 Trick your kicks in style with a new way to tie dye! Did you know you can pair Tulip One-Step Tie Dye with shaving cream to create cool marbled effects? It's super easy to do! You don't need a ton of tie dye, which is why the Tulip Carnival Kit featuring 1-oz. tie-dye bottles (coming soon!) is perfect for this project. Check out this simple tutorial for marbling with tie dye and get inspired to create fun marble effects on shoes, bags or whatever you feel like tie dyeing! Supplies needed - Tulip Carnival One-Step Tie-Dye Kit (COMING SOON - or kit of choice) - White canvas shoes - Shaving cream - Masking tape - Large semi-shallow dish (like a casserole dish) - Skewer - Spatula or spoon Instructions Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - supplies Gather your supplies for easy access to prep your work surface. We recommend covering your work area with a plastic tablecloth or protective plastic of some kind to protect from any accidental spills. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - tape soles of shoes Leave your shoes dry and tape around the soles to protect from dye. If your shoes have laces, you'll want to remove them as well. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - fill pan with shaving cream Fill pan with a generous amount of shaving cream. (Remember to use cream and not gel.) Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - smooth shaving cream Smooth out the shaving cream with a spatula so the surface is flat. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - mix dyes Add water to desired dye bottles (you can use one or multiple colors) and shake to mix. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - squeeze dye over shaving cream Squeeze dye randomly over shaving cream. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - marble dye with skewer Run a skewer through the shaving cream in vertical and horizontal patterns to "marble" dye as shown. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - roll shoe over shaving cream Roll shoe over the marbled dye on top of the shaving cream, completely rotating the shoe to cover it in shaving cream/dye. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique - roll shoe over shaving cream Scrape off excess shaving cream with the spatula and use a paper towel to clean off any additional product. Repeat process for other shoe. Let dry for the dye to completely set, then remove tape. Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique Tulip Marble Tie-Dye Shoes Technique We love that the marbling dye technique produces something a little different every time you try it. Trick your kicks in marbled style for a one-of-a-kind pair that can't be duped!

How To Wear Tie-Dye

Published Date: June 11, 2019 You might be shocked to find out that some of us on the Tulip team do not wear tie-dye T-shirts. Before you gasp in horror and exit this post, WAIT! We're not saying we don't LIKE wearing tie dye, we're just saying that some of us prefer wearing our tie dye in other ways than a T-shirt. "Well, how else can you wear tie dye besides on a T-shirt?!" you might be wondering. We are so glad you asked, because that is EXACTLY the purpose of this post! Read on to see how to wear tie dye other than on a T-shirt ... these projects are perfect for adding a pop of color to your style whether you too are not into wearing tie-dye T-shirts, or you're just looking for a way to mix up your tie-dye fashion style. Supplies needed - Tulip Tie-Dye Kit - Scarf (100% cotton, rayon or silk) - White canvas sneakers - White denim jeans - White cotton jean jacket - Canvas tote bag - White cotton bodysuit and/or T-shirt dress - Denim shorts with lace accents - White cotton bandana Instructions Ombre Dyed Scarf The ombre tie-dye technique is one of our favorites because no matter what color palette you choose, it always looks so pretty! An ombre dyed scarf is a great way to add color to your look whether you're at the office or getting ready to stuff your face at a BBQ - it's all in how you style it! For a bright spring/summer scarf, choose a tie-dye kit like the Luau 5-Color Tie-Dye Kit. Tie-Dye Shoes In a world with mass retail and so many of the same thing everywhere you turn, at least you can take comfort in knowing you can customize your shoes to be one of a kind! We tie dyed this set of Chucks with the ombre tie-dye technique and a paintbrush, but you can literally add dye straight from the bottles in a similar pattern, or a splatter pattern or however you feel like. There's no wrong way to tie dye! Just make sure your shoes are made from canvas, and for bright rainbow effects, try using the Rainbow 5-Color Tie-Dye Kit. Tie-Dye Denim Vest A denim vest is a wardobe staple, as far as we're concerned. Like its counterpart, the denim jacket, you can pretty much wear it all year long with most outfits to add a casual cool vibe to your look. Try tie dyeing a white denim vest using the crumple tie-dye technique and one color like black for a fashion statement that's so fab. Tie-Dye Lace Accent Jean Shorts Another wardrobe staple? Jean shorts! Perfect for lounging at home, summer outings or pretty much doing whatever in, jean shorts aren't falling off anyone's radar any time soon. Customize a cutoff pair of denim shorts with lace fabric along the bottom edge (just glue on with a permanent fabric glue like Aleene's® Fabric Fusion) dip dyed in a bright dye color like red. Don't have a container for dip dyeing? Don't even trip ... you can squeeze the dye directly from the bottle onto the bottom section of your shorts for the same effect. Tie-Dye Bodysuit and Tie-Dye Dresses What exactly are you supposed to wear on a summer road trip? Why sacrifice cuteness for comfort when you can have it all??? Boyfriend jeans, bodysuits and T-shirt dresses are at the top of our list for road tripping this summer; make yours stand out no matter what town you end up in with earthy shades of tie dye. Pick up the Kaleidoscope 12-Color Kit and have a tie-dye party with your besties before you hit the road. Looking for tie-dye techniques to try? Get creative with the string bullseye tie-dye technique or the striped tie-dye technique. How To Wear Tie-Dye Jeans Another article of clothing you can tie dye outside of the T-shirt realm is a pair of jeans (as long as they are made from 100% cotton). Whether you prefer muted tones like shown here or you want a pair that's super bright and colorful, turn heads in a pair of DIY tie-dye jeans that you know no one else will be wearing. We used the string tie-dye technique for this pair but feel free to get creative with tie-dye techniques like the crumple technique or the ice dye technique for a fun way to stay cool this summer! Tie-Dye Bandana Keep your hair out of your face and look cool doing it with a tie-dye bandana! Great for camping or everyday wear, a tie-dye bandana is a fun way to add some color to your look without going over the top. We used red and blue dyes from the Psychedelic 3-Color Tie-Dye Kit in a random pattern on a white bandana, but get creative with your tie-dye patterns and colors - it's totally up to you and your style! Tie-Dye Tote Bag Are you now convinced that you can rock a tie-dye look aside from a T-shirt?! Your options on how to wear tie-dye are endless as long as you're working with dyeable fabrics. (Think natural fibers like cotton, rayon and silk.) You can even give your grocery tote (or your everyday handbag) some tie-dye love with a variety of colors in one of the Tulip Tie-Dye Party Kits. At least grocery shopping will be more fun when you have a cool bag to fill up!

How To Tie Dye a Dog Bed

Published Date: March 28, 2019 It's probably pretty obvious that we're big fans of all things tie dye, so it shouldn't come as a surprise that we think our furry friends should be able to enjoy it too! We decided to try our hand at tie dyeing a dog bed (because how cute will a cushy, colorful tie-dye bed look in any room in the house?!), but you can also tie dye pet shirts, scarves and other accessories as long as they're cotton. Think it's hard to tie dye a pet bed? Spoiler alert: it's actually super easy with our One-Step Tie Dye! Skip the buckets and the stress and create a colorful tie-dye pet bed in no time. We'll show you how! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie Dye - desired kit - 100% cotton white pet bed with removable cover - Zip ties (or you can use the rubber bands from your tie-dye kit) - Plastic surface cover - Paper towels Instructions Step 1: First you'll need to select your color palette. We chose to use one color, but you can definitely have fun with it and use multiple tie dye colors. Just make sure they coordinate so that if the dyes blend on the fabric, they turn a nice shade instead of muddy brown (think in terms of red + blue = purple, etc.). You can go with your favorite tie-dye kit or choose several 1-color options. Remove the bed cover and wash it (without fabric softener). You can take it straight from the washing machine to prep for dyeing. If you won't be dyeing it right away, just make sure to dampen it before you bind for tie dyeing. (You don't have to soak it, you just need to make sure it's damp.) Step 3: We chose to do the bullseye tie-dye technique for our dog bed, but you can choose just about any tie-dye technique you'd like! The beauty of tie dye is that there really is no wrong way to do it. Just make sure you follow the instructions that come in your Tulip Tie-Dye Kit for dyeing and laundering. P.S. If you're new to tie dye, here are some helpful basics on how to tie dye that you might find super helpful. Seriously, how cute is Rosco on his new tie-dye dog bed?! Jenz and Otto are living the tie-dye dream too! This makes us want our own tie-dye bedding now!

Ombré Dyed Scarf

Published Date: June 14, 2018 Transform a boring white scarf into your go-to accessory of the summer! Ombré is a simple technique that has a stunning outcome! Wash scarf and leave damp. Lay out flat on covered work surface and smooth out wrinkles. Mix dye colors and pour each into a plastic cup. Colors used here are Fuchsia, Teal, and Orange. Have water bowl filled and ready to use. Use brush to apply first dye color to scarf edge, and blend upward adding more dye or water as needed to blend. Apply second dye color to center of scarf, and blend dye into first color as well as upward, adding more dye or water as needed. Apply third color to scarf edge, and blend into center color, applying dye or water as needed to blend. Allow scarf to set 6-8 hours. Rinse scarf under running water to remove excess dye. Wash and dry scarf as fabric requires. What You Need: Tulip® One-Step Tie-Dye Kit® Luau 100% natural fiber scarf with tassels 2-3" disposable paintbrush Large water bowl Plastic cups for dye colors Disposable plastic table cover

How to Tie-Dye Sheets

Published Date: May 29, 2018 Have you ever thought about tie-dying your sheets? Probably not your first thought, but you could totally do it! Just because they stay on your bed and aren’t on display for everyone, doesn’t mean they have to be simple and boring. Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye makes it super easy to be creative and add color to almost everything! Supplies needed -Tulip Tie-Dye Party Kit Instructions This first one can actually be on display for everyone if you’d like. This makes a great picnic/beach sheet or tapestry for your wall. The spiral technique is definitely a favorite and probably the most popular of all tie dye techniques (and probably the easiest). The color choice is up to you! Don’t be afraid to get really creative. This one from PopCosmo looks amazing! Thisnext one follows a folding technique to give more of a striped pattern. The result looks amazing and actually might keep someone in bed all day because of how cool it looks! Two colors still look just as great! If you are looking for a pops of color on your white sheets, this solution is for you! Simply lay your sheet flat and pinch in a wavy formation from top to bottom of your sheets in sections of your choosing. Next add your favorite colors of dye to each pleat, leaving the areas around it white. Lastly we have a bundle of techniques for you to try! These can be used for larger sheets or smaller sizes of tapestry. But there are over 15 techniques for you to give a shot! And they are all truly amazing! So before you just settle for plain sheets, think about all the possibilities when you add tie dye ! There are SO many patterns and colors to choose from!

4 Ways to Beat the Heat with the Moody Blues Tie-Dye Kit

Published Date: June 29, 2016 Wow! It's Summertime and that means it's the perfect time to do some Tie-Dying… Today we have 4 really cool techniques to show you and we know you will love them. These are perfect for any adult or kid and in the end you will have a beautiful piece of clothing to sport around! In the photos below we are showcasing our "Moody Blue Tie-Dye Kit". The colors in this kit are light and delicate and look good on anything. Let's get started. Supplies needed Want to purchase a kit, click HERE! Tips: Before starting any project we recommend washing your fabric first. Make sure your fabric is damp before applying dye to it. Directions after dying are in the kit as well. Instructions How beautiful is this "Ombre" look on a nice pair of shorts! It's such a fun technique to do and the best part is you can do this on any particle of clothing and it will always look fabulous in the end! This technique allows you to brush it on your material with a brush. How fun! We love this lace look, don't you! Want to learn this Ombre Technique… Check it out HERE! Who doesn't love to crumple things, we do! This technique is really fun and the end result look similar to fire works! If you are using a thick material for this technique use a few rubber bands to hold everything in place. We know you will love this one! Want to learn this Crumple Technique… Check it out HERE! This technique is so cool because you can dip dye in your basic red, blue and yellow colors to create all shades of the rainbow. You can dip one whole section in one color then dip the same dyed corner in another color. The end results are always amazing. Want to learn this Dip Dyed Technique… Check it out HERE! Who doesn't like to play with string! This technique allows you to wrap string around the desired sections of your garment and when you are done you simply cut the string and those sections will be white! I think that is my favorite part! Want to learn this String Technique… Check it out HERE! We hope yo enjoyed all of these cool techniques. Make sure to tag us on social media with any of your Tie-Dye creations using #tiedyeyoursummer If you are wanting more cool links to Tie-Dye get inspired HERE!

No-Sew T-shirt Swim Coverup

Published Date: July 01, 2015 Designed and created by Lauri Eaton Beat the sizzling hot summer temperatures with swimwear that's as cool as the pool! Turn an over-sized T-shirt into an adorable swim cover with a few easy no-sew alerations and a bright tie-dye pattern. Wash shirt and leave damp. Lay out flat on covered work surface and smooth out wrinkles. Twist shirt into a spiral and secure with rubber bands into four pie-shaped wedges. Mix Lime, Turquoise, and Purple dyes according to package instructions. Apply Turquoise and Lime dyes to banded shirt, alternating colors in the pie shaped wedges. Turn shirt over and apply Purple just to back side. Turn shirt front side up. Cover dyed shirt with plastic and allow to set 6-8 hours. Remove bands from shirt and rinse under running water to remove excess dye. Wash and dry shirt as fabric requires. Lay shirt out flat. Cut straight across neckline from shoulder seam to shoulder seam. Cut off sleeves starting at underarm and ending at top edge of shoulder seam. Your shirt should now be completely open at the top. Apply a strip of Fabric Fusion tape along the cut edge of neckline and fold over approximately 1” to create drawstring casing. Repeat on opposite neckline edge. Use extra T-shirt fabric to cut two long strips. Thread one strip through each casing to create gathered neckline. Tie opposing strings together on each side to create shoulder ties.

Tie Dye Shirt Infinity Necklace

Published Date: July 24, 2014 Next time you have some leftover Tulip One-Step tie dye from your tie dye party, squeeze that dye on an old cotton shirt in your closet and turn that shirt totally new accessory you'll want to wear everywhere! This project is great for giving a punch to your little black summer dress or for adding a pop over a plain tee!Supplies:– cotton tie dye shirt dyed with Tulip One-Step Tie Dye – Fabric Scissors– Aleene's Fabric Fusion Cut 1" strips from the body as shown. You'll want to stop just short of the arms. Stretch out the strips, pulling as tightly as you can. Here's the t-shirt yarn we made from the stretched fabric! So fun. Next, cut a 1" section off one of the sleeves. Then cut the strip in half. Wrap strip around looped t-shirts and glue with Fabric Fusion to secure. Let dry.Wear it long or double it up and wear it layered! I love this project cause it's perfect for a girl's night in craft project...easy and simple and everyone can make one! And I even created a fun little graphic that you can pin and share! Happy crafting. Head over to our TIE DYE YOUR SUMMER site for even more inspiration, how-to's, and fun videos to get you mega-inspired for some DIY summer fun!

Double Bullseye Tie-Dye T-shirt

Published Date: June 25, 2014 Designed and created by Lauri Eaton Reach your creative target in no time with the Tulip® Kaleidoscope tie-dye kit! Color tees and more in a few simple steps – just add water, shake and apply! It’s easy as pie, or should we say, easy as “dye”! Instructions 1. Wash shirt and leave damp. Lay out flat on covered work surface and smooth out wrinkles. 2. Lay out a paper plate at shoulder and waistline of shirt. Trace around plates with washable marker. 3. Pleat along drawn line, drawing fabric into a straight line so marker forms a straight line along the tops of folds. Secure along this line with rubber band or zip tie. 4. Secure additional ties outside of first tie to create desired number of color sections. 5. Mix dyes according to package instructions. 6. Apply dyes as desired to tied sections of shirt. Cover with plastic and allow to set 6-8 hours. 7. Remove ties and rinse shirt under running water to remove excess dye. 8. Wash and dry shirt according to dye package instructions.