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Matching Hearts Tie Dye Backpack and Pencil Case
Published Date: August 05, 2021 Back to school means back to cool style for the year ahead! Before you hit the books, Oh Yay Studio will give you some A+ ideas for upgrading your backpack and pencil case with total tie-dye love from the Tulip Hearts One-Step Tie-Dye Kit. Supplies needed - Tulip Hearts One-Step Tie-Dye Kit - 100% canvas backpack and pencil pouches – white - Aleene’s Clear Gel Tacky Glue - Wire rack - Plastic tub to set rack on - Iron - Plastic wrap or large plastic bags - Protective plastic surface cover Instructions Wash, dry and iron backpack and pencil case Draw hearts on backpack Use the washable marker that comes in your Hearts Tie-Dye Kit to draw hearts all over the backpack. You can use a ruler to help you plot out even spacing, or just wing it! Fill in hearts with glue After you’ve drawn the hearts, begin filling them in with glue to create the tie-dye resist. Apply the glue generously so it completely covers the heart, but not so much that it seeps outside of the lines. Tip: Practice first on scratch paper or scrap fabric to get the hang of it! Repeat on pencil case Repeat on the pencil case if you want to create the same pattern as the backpack. Then let the glue dry COMPLETELY before tie dyeing. Draw a half heart shape along the fold Another option you can use for the pencil case is the traditional heart tie-dye technique. Fold the case in half and use the washable marker to draw a half heart shape along the fold of the case. Pleat and secure case along the marker line Next pleat the case along the marker line, doing your best to stay with the line so it appears straight over the tops of the pleats. Secure it with a rubber band at the marker line. Continue wrapping another rubber band or two around the case after the first rubber band. Scrunch and secure backpack Once the glue has completely dried, now it’s time to begin scrunching the backpack and securing with rubber bands. Make sure the zipper is closed, and do your best to scrunch up and secure the straps too. Tip: Leave some heart areas un-scrunched because you want the glue resist to do its job so you can really see the heart shapes after the bag has been tie dyed. Dampen projects and place on rack Repeat with the pencil case, then dampen each project and place on a wire rack over a bin. (The bin will catch the dye runoff so your projects don’t sit in pools of dye, making the colors muddy.) Add water to mix dyes Add water to the dye bottles and shake to mix. You can use all colors in your kit or just a few, depending on how much color variation you want on your projects! Apply dyes to all sides of projects Finally! It’s time to tie dye! Apply the dyes however you like on the backpack and case(s). Make sure to rotate each as you are applying the dyes so you cover all sides and angles. Let set for 6 to 8 hours After you’ve covered each project in tie dye, wrap in plastic or place each in a plastic bag to keep them damp while the dye processes for 6 to 8 hours or overnight for brightest results. Cut rubber bands off after dye has set After the tie dye has set, cut off the rubber bands from each project. Rinse projects under running water Rinse each thoroughly under running water to remove excess dye. Soak in warm water to remove glue For the projects using glue resist, fill your sink or a bin with very warm water, using enough water to be able to submerge the bag/pencil case entirely. Allow to soak at least 30 minutes for the glue to soften, then use your fingers to help rub away the glue. Repeat soaking and working the glue off of the fabric until all has been removed. Then hang the bag to dry! Tie-Dye Backpack and Pencil Cases Now you’re ready to tote those books and binders in a vibrant heart tie-dye backpack you’ll love all year long! Heart Tie-Dye Pencil Case How would you tie dye a backpack for back to school? Tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and share your Tulip tie-dye creations with us!
How to Decorate a Backpack with Dazzling Glitter Paint
Back to school might be looking a little different this year, but one thing is still the same: the need for a totally awesome backpack. PS. A lot of us are toting backpacks these days, not just students hauling around their school essentials. Some of us use them to comfortably carry our laptops and work supplies; others use them as diaper bags or traveling bags. Our point is, whatever reason you or your child is using a backpack for right now, you still need one that’s totally, awesomely you. In this tutorial, Mikyla Creates shows you how to decorate a backpack with Tulip Dazzling Glitter Paint for an easy way to add sparkling personality. What you need: - Tulip Dazzling Glitter Paint or Tulip Fabric Paint of choice - Backpack - Paintbrushes - Paint palette or paper plate - Towels (or something to stuff in bag while painting) - Scratch paper Fabric paint is such an easy creative tool you can use to personalize and decorate a backpack! Tulip Dazzling Glitter Paints – and any Tulip Brush-On Paints or Dimensional Paints – dry permanent, flexible and washable on fabric. So they’re great for creating your own custom designs on a backpack! Before painting your backpack, stuff it with towels or whatever fabrics you have to help create a sturdy, but flexible painting surface. Sometimes it helps to practice creating your designs on a piece of scratch paper before painting on your actual project. Practice with whatever designs you like, test colors, and get a feel for what you want to create when you decorate your backpack. Once you’re ready, paint your designs onto your backpack, alternating patterns and colors if desired. Let the designs dry and add another coat of Dazzling Glitter Paint to each if you’re craving some major sparkle. Feeling extra creative? Try changing up your designs with something different on the pocket of your backpack! Mikyla went with vertical stripes, but you can choose any kind of design you like. That’s part of the fun of decorating your own backpack! Once you’re happy with the look of your backpack, let it dry completely while laying flat. Then remove your towels and fill it with your stuff! Now you know how to decorate a backpack in fun, glittery style! And it was super easy, don’t you think? What designs will you create on your bag? Make sure to tag us on social and let us know! Whether you’re headed off to a study group, a road trip or errands around town, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind backpack that shines with your personality!
80s-Inspired Denim Backpack
If you’re searching for a craft project that’s truly, truly outrageous, look no further. This DIY 80’s Inspired Denim Backpack, made by our friend Holly at Club Crafted, is totally rad and fully functional. Whether you’re a kid of the 80s or you’re hoping to make this for a sweet child of your own, this super easy project is one worth showing off. Trust us: you won’t want to put this baby in a corner. In addition to its obvious style, one of the best things about this project is it’s easy to the max. All you need is a denim backpack and your favorite colors of Tulip Dimensional Paint and you'll be ready to embark on a most excellent creative adventure. What you need: - Tulip Dimensional Fabric Paint Pack - desired colors - Denim backpack So “Step One!” as the New Kids on the Block would say: lay your backpack out on flat surface. (Any New Kids fans in the house? Are we aging ourselves here?) If you want to put on an 80s playlist or John Hughes movie while you’re working, it isn’t required but is highly recommended to start channeling those 80s vibes. Draw abstract and geometric shapes by gently squeezing on the Dimensional Paint directly from the bottles. Feel free to practice on a paper towel or blank piece of paper before committing to the backpack if you’re nervous. Otherwise, take a chill pill and rest assured these 80s-inspired designs are super easy to create. Paint triangles, circles, squiggles, and zigzags in an assortment of bright colors. Don’t be afraid to overlap, either! Start with the flap of the backpack first, then when you’re satisfied with how that looks, move on to the rest of the backpack. After the flap is dry and set (if your bag has a flap), fold it upwards and continue using Dimensional Paint to create designs on the rest of the front and sides of your backpack. When finished decorating, let your awesome artwork dry completely. Once completely dry, load up your new backpack and geek out for a moment over how fresh, fly, and funky this DIY project turned out to be. Cool beans, dude!
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