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Glue Resist DIY Tie-Dye Patterns
Published Date: June 14, 2021 We’re always in the mood to try something new with tie dye! Twists and folds are fun, and combining them with a glue resist technique will take your tie dye to the next level. In this easy tutorial, Oh Yay Studio shows you how to use glue to create a resist for DIY tie-dye patterns that combine color with your own creative designs! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - Canvas tote bag - Wire rack + plastic bin - Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue - Iron - Pencil - Plastic bag - Spray bottle (optional) Instructions Sketch design on tote with a pencil First you’ll want to decide what kind of DIY tie-dye patterns to create for your resist technique. Iron the tote so you have a nice, smooth surface to lightly sketch your designs on with a pencil. You can even place a design pattern underneath the top layer of the tote to trace over if you don’t feel like free handing it. Apply Tacky Glue over designs Now it’s time to create a resist over your DIY tie-dye patterns. Trace over your sketched designs with Tacky Glue, applying a generous amount (but not SUPER thick so it pools and ruins your designs). You can always practice your glue application on a piece of scratch paper first to get a feel for the glue flow. Let glue dry After you’ve covered over your designs with Tacky Glue, let the tote dry flat until the glue is completely dry. Tacky Glue dries clear Tacky Glue dries clear, so it should look like this. There shouldn’t be any “white” left – that would indicate the glue isn’t dry yet. For the resist technique to work properly, don’t skip this step! Dampen tote and bind with rubber bands Next dampen your tote all over with a spray bottle, then crumple it and bind it with rubber bands. Or, you can leave the tote dry if you want “crisper” DIY tie-dye patterns and less color blending with the dyes. It’s up to you! Then place it on a wire rack over a bin and prep your dye bottles according to instructions. Apply dyes to tote Squeeze the dyes any way you like over the tote! Make sure to rotate the tote bag as you apply the dyes, so you cover it from all different angles. Tip: Use the tip of the dye bottles or your gloved hands to help work the dye into the fabric fibers if needed. After you’ve applied the dyes, place the tote in a plastic bag to keep it damp while the dyes process for 6-8 hours or overnight. Soak tote to remove glue resist After the dyes have fully processed, remove the rubber bands and thoroughly rinse the tote under running water until the runoff is clear. Next fill your sink (or a bin) with warm water, adding enough to cover the tote lying open and flat. Allow the tote to soak for at least 30 minutes so the glue begins to soften and lift off the fabric. You might need to use your fingers to help scrape any excess residue. Soak, rinse and wash tote Don’t be alarmed if your DIY tie-dye patterns look a bit murky after removing the glue resist; sometimes the dye sits on top the glue so they should clear up once all glue is removed. Continue soaking in warm water and removing the glue until all residue is gone. Then wash and dry the tote separately according to instructions. DIY Tie-Dye Patterns with Glue Resist We looooove how this turned out! Isn’t it such a cool way to create different DIY tie-dye patterns? Now you’re ready to hit the farmer’s market or your friend’s pool party in total tie-dye style. What are you thinking of making with tie dye and glue resist? Tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and share your awesome creations with us!
8 Ways to Dress to Impress in a Tie-Dye Dress
Published Date: May 28, 2021 If you’ve got places to go and people to see, but nothing to wear, don’t fret! Elevating your wardrobe doesn’t have to deplete your bank account. Dress to impress with these eight fun and affordable tie-dye dress ideas you can DIY today and have ready to wear tomorrow! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kits of choice - White 100% cotton dresses - Disposable plastic surface cover Instructions Tie-Dye Slip Dress: This versatile slip dress project calls for the Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of your choice as well as a Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Container. With its cool colors and clean pleats, this dress can be styled with strappy sandals and a floppy hat for a light and breezy summer look. Or, you can dress to impress for fall by accessorizing with boots and a denim jacket to keep your fab tie-dye dress in rotation for another season. Tie-Dye Flannel Effects Dress: Turns out tie dye isn’t the only trend on a 21st century comeback tour. Flannel and other 90s fashions are like, totally back in style, too! Use the folding tie-dye technique to put your own creative spin on this grunge-inspired flannel look, and dress to impress as a retro force to be reckoned with! Tie-Dye Summer Kimono Kimonos are such an adaptable look, no matter where your plans take you. Wear this tie-dyed version to cover up at the beach, to wrap over a slinky slip dress, or to add some flowy flare to your basic jeans and T-shirt. You can use any Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit to mimic the tutorial’s bullseye technique, or you can opt for any pattern of your choosing! Tie-Dye Maxi Skirt Dress to impress (or maybe even dress to get mistaken for a celebrity!) with this tie-dye maxi skirt inspired by Hillary Duff. To get the look, you’ll need two or three Tulip 1-Color Tie-Dye Kits in Black and a white maxi skirt. Don’t forget to add some standard starlet accessories, like a simple tank, a cute bag, and sunglasses the size of the Hollywood sign. Ombre Tie-Dye Maxi Dress Here’s a twist-free take on tie dye that will have you looking more like a Greek goddess than a far-out flower child. Use the Tulip One-Step Tie Dye Party Kit and a paintbrush to create this elegant ombre effect in your own custom colors. The result is a maxi dress that is très chic and oh-so YOU-nique! Tie-Dye T-shirt Dress This swervy, curvy tie-dye T-shirt dress will help you dress to impress while still providing the comfy breathing room we all crave in a garment. Create magically meandering lines in your favorite colors, then accentuate with various accessories that can transport the look from day to night and from season to season! Ombre Dip Dye Dress Dip dyeing is one of the easiest ways you can dress to impress with tie dye; there’s no actual tying involved! This fun fashion statement can breathe a new ombre life into an older faded dress you still love, or, add some layers of originality to the latest dress styles everyone’s wearing. All it takes is a few dips to let the reality soak in that you are now the proud owner of a fresh new look! Shibori Tie-Dye Dress Last but not least on our tour of tie-dye dresses is this Shibori-style number. It’s fun yet sophisticated and goes great with just about any shoe, jacket, or accessory for any occasion. Use the Shibori tie-dye technique to create what is sure to become a signature closet staple. We want to see how these tie-dye styles help you dress to impress! Don’t forget to share your final looks on social media and tag @tulipcolorcrafts!
10 Fun DIY Projects for National Tie-Dye Day
Published Date: April 19, 2021 April 30 is National Tie-Dye Day, so of course it’s one of our favorite days of the year! We hope you’re planning on spending the day like us – celebrating with tons of tie dye. Not sure what to make? Get inspired with these 10 fun DIY projects that will make your National Tie-Dye Day even brighter! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - White 100% cotton clothing to tie dye - Canvas shoes Instructions Ombre Tie Dye Scarf A scarf is one of those versatile accessories everyone should have in their closet! They’re perfect for adding a pop of color to any outfit, protecting you from the sun, tying in your hair … you get the point. We love the ombre tie-dye pattern on this pretty tie-dye scarf, but you can really try any tie-dye technique for your fun DIY project. Choose colors to match other clothes in your wardrobe or try something new and totally different! Tie-Dye Kimono Like scarves, kimonos are so versatile! So if you don’t have one in your wardrobe yet, take this as a sign to swoop up a kimono for another fun DIY project for National Tie Dye Day. If you want to create a similar look to this one, try the accordion tie-dye pattern in any color that fits your vibe. Your new tie-dye kimono will look amazing with anything from shorts and dresses to a swimsuit while lounging by the pool. Speaking of swimsuits … Neon Tie-Dye Swimsuit Make your summertime sizzle with an Electric Neon tie-dye swimsuit that’s brighter than the sun. One of the things we love most about the Electric Neons Dye Kit is that the dyes work on both natural and synthetic fabrics, making it much easier to tie dye swimsuits. Once this fun DIY project is done, you’ll be ready to make a splash in bold tie-dye style! Tie-Dye Shoes Put some extra pep in your step with tie-dye shoes in vibrant rainbow colors that have you feeling like you’re walking on sunshine! As long as your shoes are a natural-fiber fabric like canvas, you can add them to your list of fun DIY projects this National Tie Dye Day. Hop on over to this roundup of tie-dye shoes to get inspired for adding color to your own kicks. PS. Tie dyeing your shoes is a great way to give an old grungy or stained pair new life! Reverse Tie-Dye Heart Tee If you haven’t gotten your hands on our Reverse Tie-Dye Kit yet, why not? Reverse tie dye is a great way to change up traditional tie dye because you get to remove color from darker clothing, then add tie-dye colors of your choice back in! You can also create any tie-dye pattern you want to with reverse tie dye, just like with regular tie dye. So grab a dark tee, some tie dye, and fall in love with the heart tie-dye technique or any one of our many other techniques! Mommy and Me Tie-Dye Dresses Get your little ones involved in a fun DIY project for National Tie Dye Day too! We don’t know about you, but we think matching mommy and me tie-dye dresses are about as cute as tie dye gets. You can even change up the look with T-shirts for the whole fam instead of just dresses for the ladies. Whatever you choose to do, tie dye makes a great family activity for any day of the year, not just National Tie Dye Day! Tie-Dye 90s Style Outfits 90s style is back in a big way, and we’re all about it. Channel your inner grunge goddess with flannel-style tie dye or hit the mark with a bullseye bodysuit that puts you front and center on the trendy fashion scale. Grab your girl crew for some National Tie Dye Day creativity, then head out and make the world your runway. Pastel Tie-Dye Jeans Show your jeans some tie-dye love too! One of the things we enjoy most about tie dye is that no two projects ever turn out exactly alike, so you’ll have a pair of jeans that can’t be bought anywhere. Add your favorite color combo in random or defined tie-dye patterns for one-of-a-kind jeans that are perfect for one-of-a-kind you! Tie-Dye Men’s Shirt Guys can wear tie dye too! If you haven’t seen any guys in your life sporting this hot trend lately, it’s time to round them up and give them a tie-dye kit and a fun DIY project for National Tie Dye Day. Any tie-dye pattern in any color palette will go with any guy’s favorite looks! Tie-Dye Loungewear and Masks And last but not least, we can’t forget to include tie-dye loungewear in the mix! Tie-dye sweats, joggers, hoodies and other loungewear have been THE fashion statement this past year, and we for one, are not sad about it. Who doesn’t love being comfortable, and who doesn’t love tie dye? Throw in a matching mask for a total tie-dye fashion statement every time you leave the house! We hope this roundup of fun DIY projects for National Tie Dye Day has you inspired to celebrate in creative, colorful ways. Make sure to tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and show us what you’re making with Tulip Tie Dye!
Mommy and Me Tie-Dye Dresses
It’s the perfect time of year to start sporting flowy dresses in fabulous colors! Get your whole girl crew – even the littlest members – in on the fashionable fun with matching tie-dye dresses. Pretty Life Girls will show you how to use the ice dye tie-dye technique with Tulip Tie Dye to make the coolest mommy and me dresses around! You can even get your littles in on the adventure for a Mother’s Day gift, creative activity or just because it’s fun to tie dye! What you need: - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - Tulip Soda Ash - Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Containers (optional) - White 100% cotton dresses - Wire rack/grate - Ice - Plastic bucket or bin Before getting started on tie dyeing your mommy and me dresses, make sure your dresses are 100% cotton for best and brightest results. You don’t HAVE to presoak the dresses in soda ash when working with Tulip One-Step Dyes, but Pretty Life Girls opted to – and you totally can too! If you aren’t soaking in soda ash, make sure to wash the dresses without fabric softener before tie dyeing, especially if they are brand new. If you’re using soda ash, prep the soda ash according to instructions and soak the dresses for 20 minutes. After soaking the dresses, ring them out thoroughly (and leave damp), then crumple each dress and place on a wire rack over a bucket or bin (to catch the dye runoff when the ice melts). You can also try a different tie-dye technique; it doesn’t have to be a crumple pattern. Get creative and have fun exploring tie dye! Next cover the dresses entirely with ice, then sprinkle dry dye powders from the dye bottles over the top of the ice. There’s no strategy to it, and no wrong way to do it! Just sprinkle the dye colors however you want to. Let the ice melt completely. As the ice melts, it will transfer the dye onto the dresses! To speed up the dye set process after the ice melts, Pretty Life Girls decided to use Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Containers to microwave their tie-dye dresses. Important: Make sure the dresses are completely damp with no dry spots before microwaving, and carefully follow the instructions that the containers come with. After your mommy and me tie-dye dresses are done processing, rinse and wash according to instructions. Then you and your little will be ready to rock your matching tie dye for any and every occasion! What other tie-dye mommy and me outfits are you thinking of making with Tulip Tie Dye? Tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and share with us!
1 Hoodie 4 Ways to Tie Dye
We don't know about you, but we consider hoodies a wardrobe staple no matter how old you are. A tie-dye hoodie is EVEN BETTER! Lightweight cotton hoodies like this one are perfect to wear all season long, like when the A/C is turned down way too low in your classroom or office during warmer months, or for throwing a cute jacket over in colder winter months; you can't go wrong! Read on to see 4 ways you can trick out a simple white hoodie with awesome tie-dye patterns. Pleat & Crumple Tie-Dye Hoodie If you're in the mood to get extra creative with your hoodie, this is the tie-dye pattern for you! Combining two different tie-dye techniques, the pleat/stripe technique and the crumple technique, there's really no wrong way to do this. Just fold and pleat your hoodie where you want the cool striping to be (and secure with rubber bands from your tie-dye kit), then crumple the remaining fabric that's not pleated and start adding your tie dye! If you're using colors that mix well like red and blue, you can overlap them to create a section of purple. Totally up to yo Spider Tie-Dye Hoodie Spider tie-dye technique? Say what? Before you get too weirded out, let us explain. The spider pattern is really just the spiral tie-dye pattern with black dye added over the top of one side while your hoodie is still wrapped and bound in the spiral shape. It ends up creating the super cool curved black lines you see on this hoodie. Spiral Tie-Dye Hoodie You can never go wrong with a classic spiral tie-dye pattern! So easy to do and it always turns out so cool no matter what color combo you choose. You can keep it simple like we did here with just two colors, or you can combine up to 6 for super tricked out spiral tie dye. Freeform Pleated Tie-Dye Hoodie Okay, remember a few examples ago when we said if you were in the mood to get extra creative with tie dye, that was the hoodie for you? Well, THIS ONE takes it to a whole new level ... So this might be the hoodie for you. Featuring like, a bunch of different colors, this hoodie takes it truly freeform by tightly pleated the fabric in a curvy direction, then crumpling the rest that isn't pleated and going a little crazy with dye colors. Get daredevil with it and have fun! We used the Super Big Tie-Dye Kit to create this hoodie. Freeform Pleated Tie-Dye Hoodie Feeling inspired to try out your favorite tie-dye techniques on a hoodie (or 4)? Share what you make by tagging us on social @tulipcolorcrafts!
St. Patrick’s Day Activity: Shamrock Tie Dye
Today is your lucky day! This St. Patrick’s Day activity is fun for the whole family, and doesn’t require any work hunting for little guys in green. Craft Box Girls will show you how to make a shamrock tie-dye shirt using One-Step Dye and a resist technique with nontoxic glue. It’s easy enough for all ages, and everyone will have their own lucky T-shirt when the tie-dye fun is done! What you need: - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit in Green (1 kit per T-shirt) - White 100% cotton T-shirt (for each person) - Disposable plastic surface cover - Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue - Scissors - Sealable plastic bag - Pattern printed from this post Before getting started on your St. Patrick’s Day activity, print out the shamrock pattern from this post and cut it out. (Or you can make your own!) Wash and dry your T-shirt without fabric softener, and protect your work surface with a disposable plastic table cover. Lay the dry T-shirt flat on your work surface and place the shamrock pattern in the center of the shirt. Squeeze a thick line of Tacky Glue around the pattern, directly onto the shirt, then use your finger to help spread the glue and press it into the fabric. You’ll want about a 1-inch thick line of glue around your shamrock. Peel away the pattern and let the glue dry completely before moving on to the next step. (Once dry, the glue will resist absorbing the dye when applied to the fabric.) Now onto the tie-dye portion of this fun St. Patrick’s Day activity! Once the glue is dry, dampen the shirt, but do not oversaturate, as too much water will make the glue tack up again. Lay the damp shirt out flat on your work surface then pinch the fabric in the center and twist the entire shirt into a spiral shape. Once the glue is dry, dampen the shirt, but do not oversaturate, as too much water will make the glue tack up again. Lay the damp shirt out flat on your work surface then pinch the fabric in the center and twist the entire shirt into a spiral shape. Mix your tie dye according to instructions, then apply green dye onto the entire shirt, rotating as you apply the dye in order to get all sides. Place the dyed T-shirt in a sealable plastic bag and let set for the time recommended in the instructions. After the dye sets, remove the rubber bands and rinse thoroughly under running water. Craft Box Girls recommends using your hands to help work the glue out of the fabric as you rinse. Then wash your new shamrock tie-dye T-shirt according to instructions! You now have a lucky new T-shirt after this fun St. Patrick’s Day activity! Creative time with the fam is as good as gold, wouldn’t you say? What other St. Patrick’s Day activities are you crafting up with Tulip products? Make sure to tag us social @tulipcolorcrafts and share with us!
Street Trend: Tie-Dye Jogging Suit
Published Date: January 12, 2021 Word on the street is that tie dye is still the hottest fashion trend around! We don’t know about you, but one street trend we’re living for right now is the tie-dye jogging suit. Whether you’re working out, running errands or chilling at home with a flick, you can’t go wrong with this super versatile, comfortable look. Annie Papi will show you how to add a bit of edge to your tie-dye jogging suit with the cosmic colors in the Tulip Celestial Tie-Dye Kit! Supplies needed - Tulip Celestial One-Step Tie-Dye Kit - White 100% cotton jogging suit - Disposable plastic table cover - Sealable plastic bag Instructions Tulip Celestial One-Step Tie-Dye Kit Before getting started on your own version of this fun street trend, you’ll want to wash your jogging suit without fabric softener. You can grab it straight from the washer to start tie dyeing, or if you’re doing it at a later time, just re-dampen under the faucet. Cover your work surface with a disposable plastic table cover to protect from the dyes. Bind project and mix dyes For her jogging suit, Annie used the crumple tie-dye technique, but you can choose any tie-dye technique you like! Your tie-dye kit comes with rubber bands, so fold or scrunch your damp top and pants and bind with rubber bands to hold in place. Mix your chosen dye colors with water according to instructions. Let dye set Apply the dyes on your bound clothing, rotating the fabric as you apply the dyes in order to get all sides. When you’re finished, place each piece of clothing into a sealable plastic bag to keep damp while the dye processes. After the dye sets, rinse and launder your jogging suit according to instructions. Tie-Dye Jogging Suit Street Trend Once it’s washed, your new tie-dye jogging suit is ready to rock all over town! This is one street trend we hope never goes away. What are you tie dyeing with Tulip Tie-Dye Kits? Make sure to tag us on social and share with us!
How to Tie Dye Sweatpants & Sweatshirts
Published Date: November 02, 2020 The tie-dye fun doesn’t have to stop because the weather is getting cooler. If you haven’t tie dyed every pair of sweats you own at this point, now is the perfect time to get started! We’ve put together a list of ideas to help inspire you to cozy up in color this fall and winter. So swoop up your favorite tie-dye kit and give yourself (and maybe your family too) the gift of super cool tie-dye outfits this holiday season. Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - 100% cotton loungewear Instructions Striped Tie-Dye Hoodie We don’t know about you, but we start wearing hoodies as soon as the weather even hints at being cold. They’re soooo warm and comfortable … and right now we’re all about comfort. Give your hoodies total tie-dye style with bright striped patterns (or any tie-dye pattern)! It’s totally easy with just a few rubber bands and your favorite tie-dye colors. Tie-Dye Leggings If you’ve been living in leggings all year, you are not alone. They’re the perfect wardrobe staple; from working out to watching movies, leggings have you covered. Kick up the cool factor on yours with tie dye. From edgy to pretty in pastels, tie dye a pair of leggings for every day and every mood! Then throw on a hoodie (note our obsession above) and you’re ready for where ever the day takes you. Matching Tie-Dye Sweatsuit Look AND feel fabulous while making a fashion statement with a tie-dye sweatsuit. Colorful and comfy is where it’s at this year! Whether you’re Christmas shopping or kicking up your feet after a long day of virtual meetings, get yourself in a Zen state of mind with colors and patterns you love in the comfiest outfit of all. Check out this post for more tie-dye sweatsuit inspo we’re totally here for. Matching Face Masks and Sweats Speaking of Christmas shopping – or just being out and about – make your face mask part of your tie-dye fashion statement! As long as your mask is 100% cotton, you can tie dye it while you’re tie dyeing a lovely loungewear set to chill in. (Hint we have cotton face masks here.) Get your whole family in on the fun with matching tie dye – which is also perfect for your holiday family photos! Done and done. Aren’t you glad you’re reading this post? Striped Tie-Dye Sweatshirt Looking for the perfect holiday gift for a friend or family member? Now that you’re a DIY tie-dye loungewear expert, it’s time to start tie dyeing stuff for everyone else in your circle! You’ll get to have some creative fun, and a handmade gift they’ll get to wear and enjoy makes it even more meaningful. Check out these tie-dye techniques to find tie-dye patterns everyone on your list will love. What are you tie dyeing this fall and winter? Make sure to tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and let us know!
Easy Hippie Costumes for the Whole Fam
Published Date: October 19, 2020 If you’re hoping to make your Halloween a little less ghoulish and a lot more groovy, these easy hippie costumes should do the trick! Craft Box Girls will show you how to use Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye to make colorful tie-dye costumes with far-out flair. Supplies needed - Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit + additional One-Step Dyes if desired - White 100% cotton T-shirts, flowy tops to tie dye - Jeans - Lace or colorful fabric - Colorful pompom trims to match tie dye - Scissors - Disposable plastic surface cover - Aleene’s® Fabric Fusion® - Sunglasses, necklaces and other hippie accessories Instructions Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye helps speed up the dye set process, which is great if you’re short on time or are making last-minute Halloween costumes! Cover your work surface with a disposable plastic surface cover, and wash all items you plan on tie dyeing for your easy hippie costumes. Leave them damp, or make sure to thoroughly dampen before adding the dyes. Choose tie-dye technique and mix dyes For your easy hippie costumes, you can choose any tie-dye technique you like. Craft Box Girls opted for the bullseye tie-dye technique, the spiral tie-dye technique, and the stripes tie-dye technique. Prep your dyes (no more than 24 hours before using) by adding water according to instructions. Twist T-shirt into a spiral For the spiral tie-dye T-shirt, lay the damp T-shirt out flat on your work surface. Pinch the fabric in the center of the shirt and twist until the entire shirt is swirled. Add dyes and process in microwave Secure the shirt by crisscrossing rubber bands around it, then squeeze your chosen dye colors onto the shirt however you like. Repeat on the back side, then place into the Two-Minute Tie-Dye Container and process according to instructions. NOTE: Make sure the T-shirt is completely damp before processing in the microwave. If any portion has dried out, even a little bit, re-dampen by spritzing with water. Wrap rubber bands around the top every few inches For the stripes tie-dye top, Craft Box Girls wrapped rubber bands around the top every few inches, including the sleeves. Apply dyes to top and process in microwave Apply dyes to the top, alternating colors in between the banded sections. Make sure to rotate the top as you apply the dyes so you get all sides. Once you’ve added the dyes, place in the container and process according to instructions. Pull fabric into a tube shape For the bullseye tie-dye T-shirt, pinch the damp shirt in the center of where you want your bullseye design to be, then pull the entire shirt into a tube shape. Apply dyes and process in microwave Wrap rubber bands around the shirt every few inches, then apply your chosen dye colors. Alternate colors between the banded sections, rotating the shirt as you apply the dyes so you get all sides. Once you’ve added all of your dyes, place into the container and process in the microwave according to instructions. Cut jeans at side seam To give your easy hippie costumes some extra fun flair, turn an old pair of jeans into bell bottoms. It’s so simple! Lay out your jeans on your work surface and cut a slit up the seam on both legs. Glue fabric in place Cut a swatch of fabric to fit in between the cut seams – this will help expand and widen the bottoms of your jean legs. Align your fabric inside of each leg, then add a line of Aleene’s® Fabric Fusion along each edge of the open seam. Press into place on the fabric swatch and let dry completely. Spiral tie-dye T-shirt Now it’s time to coordinate accessories to go with your easy hippie costumes! Bullseye tie-dye T-shirt You can cut leather string to make headbands, turn tassels into necklaces and add some 60s-style sunglasses! Tie-dye strips top Celebrate Halloween with peace, love and tie dye! Easy hippie costumes These easy hippie costumes will make a total statement no matter how you’re celebrating Halloween this year! Will you be wearing tie dye this Halloween? If so, tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and show us what you made!
Tricked Out Halloween Tie-Dye Roundup
Published Date: October 12, 2020 The end of summer does not equal the end of tie dye! And since we're all about tie dye year round, we've gathered the ultimate Halloween tie-dye T-shirt roundup to keep your fall creativity in full swing. From glowing alien tie dye to skulls and candy corn, we have your Fright Night costume covered. Supplies needed - Tulip® One-Step Tie Dye - Halloween colors - 100% cotton T-shirt or hoodie - Tulip® Dimensional Paint (optional) Instructions Jack-O-Lantern Tie Dye Hoodie Um, how awesome is this Jack-O-Lantern Tie-Dye Hoodie? Featuring the Jack-O-Lantern Technique, this Halloween look is super easy to create; make the face as silly or spooky as you like with Tulip Dimensional Paint! Alien Glow Tie Dye T-shirt This Alien Glow Tie-Dye T-shirt is out of this world! There's no such thing as too extra when it comes to Halloween - especially in the extraterrestrial realm. Check out the Alien Glow Technique and get ready to light up Halloween night with your own creative flair. Candy Corn Tie Dye T-shirt One of our favorite things about Halloween is the candy (let's be honest). So of course this Candy Corn Tie-Dye T-shirt is right up our alley. All you need is a paintbrush and two dye colors to create a sweet Halloween T-shirt that looks good enough to eat! Skull Tie-Dye T-shirt Can you even have Halloween without a skull somewhere? We think not. Create this spooky Skull Tie-Dye T-shirt in your favorite tie-dye colors for a shirt we think you can wear year round, not just on Halloween! Eyeball Tie-Dye T-shirt This Eyeball Tie-Dye T-shirt will have you thinking twice about looking the other way! Perfect for adding a touch of creepiness to your Halloween look, you can use the same eye color scheme we used or get creative with reds, blacks and other spooky shades. Pumpkin Tie Dye Baby Suit You didn't think we forgot about the little ones did you? This Pumpkin Tie Dye Baby Bodysuit is so adorable and an easy way to get your tot looking festive without spending big bucks on a costume they'll never be able to wear again. Create it using the Jack-O-Lantern Technique and add on the facial features with Tulip Dimensional Paint. Easy Hippie Costumes for the Whole Fam If you’re hoping to make your Halloween a little less ghoulish and a lot more groovy, these easy hippie costumes should do the trick! Craft Box Girls will show you how to use Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye to make colorful tie-dye costumes with far-out flair. Check out how to make them here!
Easy Hippie Costumes for the Whole Fam
If you’re hoping to make your Halloween a little less ghoulish and a lot more groovy, these easy hippie costumes should do the trick! Craft Box Girls will show you how to use Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye to make colorful tie-dye costumes with far-out flair. What you need: - Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit + additional One-Step Dyes if desired - White 100% cotton T-shirts, flowy tops to tie dye - Jeans - Lace or colorful fabric - Colorful pompom trims to match tie dye - Scissors - Disposable plastic surface cover - Aleene’s® Fabric Fusion® - Sunglasses, necklaces and other hippie accessories Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye helps speed up the dye set process, which is great if you’re short on time or are making last-minute Halloween costumes! Cover your work surface with a disposable plastic surface cover, and wash all items you plan on tie dyeing for your easy hippie costumes. Leave them damp, or make sure to thoroughly dampen before adding the dyes. For your easy hippie costumes, you can choose any tie-dye technique you like. Craft Box Girls opted for the bullseye tie-dye technique, the spiral tie-dye technique, and the stripes tie-dye technique. Prep your dyes (no more than 24 hours before using) by adding water according to instructions. For the spiral tie-dye T-shirt, lay the damp T-shirt out flat on your work surface. Pinch the fabric in the center of the shirt and twist until the entire shirt is swirled. Secure the shirt by crisscrossing rubber bands around it, then squeeze your chosen dye colors onto the shirt however you like. Repeat on the back side, then place into the Two-Minute Tie-Dye Container and process according to instructions. NOTE: Make sure the T-shirt is completely damp before processing in the microwave. If any portion has dried out, even a little bit, re-dampen by spritzing with water. For the stripes tie-dye top, Craft Box Girls wrapped rubber bands around the top every few inches, including the sleeves. Apply dyes to the top, alternating colors in between the banded sections. Make sure to rotate the top as you apply the dyes so you get all sides. Once you’ve added the dyes, place in the container and process according to instructions. For the bullseye tie-dye T-shirt, pinch the damp shirt in the center of where you want your bullseye design to be, then pull the entire shirt into a tube shape. Wrap rubber bands around the shirt every few inches, then apply your chosen dye colors. Alternate colors between the banded sections, rotating the shirt as you apply the dyes so you get all sides. Once you’ve added all of your dyes, place into the container and process in the microwave according to instructions. To give your easy hippie costumes some extra fun flair, turn an old pair of jeans into bell bottoms. It’s so simple! Lay out your jeans on your work surface and cut a slit up the seam on both legs. Cut a swatch of fabric to fit in between the cut seams – this will help expand and widen the bottoms of your jean legs. Align your fabric inside of each leg, then add a line of Aleene’s® Fabric Fusion along each edge of the open seam. Press into place on the fabric swatch and let dry completely. Add some color to your new bell bottoms by gluing bright pompom trim along the bottom hems. Let dry. Now it’s time to coordinate accessories to go with your easy hippie costumes! You can cut leather string to make headbands, turn tassels into necklaces and add some 60s-style sunglasses! Celebrate Halloween with peace, love and tie dye! These easy hippie costumes will make a total statement no matter how you’re celebrating Halloween this year! Will you be wearing tie dye this Halloween? If so, tag us on social @tulipcolorcrafts and show us what you made!
How to Throw a Tie-Dye Party in Your Backyard
Published Date: August 17, 2020 We’re all staying close to home these days, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate special occasions or enjoy fun activities outdoors with close friends and family. We’re feeling super inspired by this amazingly bright backyard tie-dye party our friends over at Beijos Events threw for their kids, and we just have to share. So, if you’ve been searching for fun party ideas you can do outdoors, or you’ve been obsessing over tie dye lately (we can’t think of anything better to obsess over) and are wondering how to throw a tie-dye party, get the deets here. Are you ready for the best backyard party ever?! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kits of choice - White 100% cotton T-shirts - Colorful plastic table covers - Sealable plastic bags + permanent marker for labeling - Paper towels - Colorful decorations like balloons, flowers, etc. - Colorful napkins, paper plates and plastic utensils – choose lots of different colors - Colorful snacks of course! Instructions Tie-dye party invitations Are you ready to learn how to throw a tie-dye party that’ll make you the coolest parent/friend/neighbor ever?! First things first: invitations. There are a ton of options online to affordably create party invitations – get creative and add lots of color. It IS a tie-dye party after all! Tie-dye party table setting Now that you have the invites out, let’s set the stage. To throw a tie-dye party, you’ll want to decorate your backyard with lots of COLOR. Don’t be afraid to go full rainbow with it, mixing in lots of different colors with your party decorations. This doesn’t have to be expensive either. You can create a balloon arch as a backdrop (which also serves as a great photo spot for guests), and even use a wild mix of bright flowers as your table centerpieces. Colorful place settings for a backyard tie-dye party Paper plates and cups make cleanup at the end of the party extra easy; you can toss ‘em and move on! And luckily, finding them in a bunch of different colors is also easy and affordable. Have fun mixing & matching a variety of different-colored paper plates and cups into your place settings. And if you’re feeling extra fancy, you can even create cute little name cards for each guest like the Beijos crew. Prep dye bottles before the party starts Now it’s time for the tie dye! Cover all work areas with disposable plastic tablecloths to protect your surfaces while working with the dyes. Make sure to have paper towels handy, as well as sealable plastic bags the kids can store their tie-dye projects in while the dye processes. (Plus, it’s a great way to keep messes contained so they’re not setting their wet dye projects on other surfaces!) To speed things up, you can prep your dye bottles before the party starts, just keep in mind that you’ll want to do it less than 24 hours before the party. Dyes can lose their concentration after 24 hours, so we recommend waiting until just before the party starts. Dampen shirts and bind for desired tie-dye technique When it’s time to tie dye, have the kids (or hey, grownups too – tie dye is for everyone!) dampen their shirts in a bucket of water or under the faucet and wring out. Have them choose the tie-dye technique they want to try from the instruction guides included in your Tulip Tie-Dye Kits. Or you can find even more ideas on our tie-dye techniques page. Put on plastic gloves before dyeing projects Once the T-shirts are scrunched, folded and held secure with rubber bands, it’s time to add the tie dye! Each tie-dye kit comes with protective plastic gloves, so have everyone put on their gloves before working with the dyes. Add dye to projects – experiment and have fun Depending on the tie-dye technique, everyone can choose from one to as many dye colors as they like. They can follow the instruction guide or completely do their own thing. There’s no wrong way to tie dye! The most important thing about a tie-dye party is the experience of having fun being creative. Once everyone has tie dyed their T-shirt, place each shirt in a separate sealable bag and write the person’s name on their bag so they can take it home with them at the end of the tie-dye party. Backyard tie-dye party The fun doesn’t end after the tie dye though! It’s time to toast to a totally awesome backyard party, don’t you think?! Serve colorful treats at your backyard tie-dye party And let’s not forget about the snacks … you’ll want colorful treats to serve everyone to go along with your tie-dye theme. Popsicles offer so many colors and flavor options, and are a refreshing way to stay cool during time outdoors! Cupcakes, cookies and fruits are also great colorful treat options. Use balloons as a colorful tie-dye party photo backdrop You can’t have a tie-dye party without photos! A mix of colorful balloons makes the perfect backdrop for tie-dye party photos. How to throw a tie-dye party in your backyard Now that you know how to throw a tie-dye party in your backyard that everyone will remember, make the most of the warm days we’re still having. Grab your favorite tie-dye kits and your favorite people, and have some outrageously colorful fun!
Tie-Dye Slip Dress for Summer to Fall Style
Published Date: August 07, 2020 A slip dress is the perfect way to transition from summer to fall style. Wear it alone for an easy breezy look during the day, and with a denim jacket or cozy cardi at night when it gets cooler! Get set for the change in seasons with this easy tie-dye slip dress tutorial from Mikyla Creates. Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Containers - White 100% cotton slip dress - Disposable plastic surface cover Instructions Wash dress before tie dyeing and leave damp Make sure your dress has been washed (without fabric softener) before tie dyeing. You can leave it damp directly from the washing machine, or thoroughly dampen it under the faucet or a bucket of water before starting. Make sure to cover your work surface to protect it before mixing up your dyes! Accordion pleat damp dress lengthwise Lay your damp dress out flat on your covered work surface and fold it in half lengthwise. Accordion pleat lengthwise from the side closest to you, all the way to the other side. Secure pleated dress with rubber bands Once you’ve pleated the entire dress, secure it with rubber bands every few inches along the length. Spritz with water to make sure dress is completely damp If any parts of the dress have dried or feel less damp, spritz with water again to make sure the entire dress is completely damp. This is VERY important for when you microwave it in the Two Minute Tie-Dye Container because you don’t want to risk burning the dress. Mix dyes with water according to instructions Choose which dyes you want to use and mix them up with water according to instructions. Mikyla used two colors for this dress, but you can choose as many as you like! Apply first color of dye along length of folds Apply your first dye color along the folds of one side of the pleated dress, working your way down the entire length of the folds on the dress. Apply next color of dye along length on the other side Rotate the pleated dress and apply your second dye color along the length of the folds on the other side. Another option, if you want horizontal sections of color, apply different dye colors to each section in between the rubber bands instead. It’s your tie-dye experience, so experiment and have fun with it! Microwave in Two Minute Tie-Dye Container Make sure the dress is still completely wet in all sections before placing into the Two Minute Tie-Dye Container. Spray any sections that have dried with extra water, then place the dress into the container and follow instructions for microwaving. Let the dye process, then launder according to instructions. Tie-Dye Slip Dress for Fall Style Now your tie-dye slip dress is ready to add some colorful fall style to your wardrobe! Tulip Tie-Dye Slip Dress Interested in different tie-dye patterns? Check out our techniques page and get inspired to put your own fashionable twist on fall styles this year.
10 Things To Tie Dye That Aren’t T-shirts
Published Date: August 03, 2020 Have you tie dyed every T-shirt in you own by now? If you’re looking for some new ideas, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 things to tie dye that aren’t T-shirts, but you can still find at home. That’s right, now you can wear tie dye and live in it too. Sounds pretty much like Heaven if you ask us! Supplies needed Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice 100% cotton items to tie dye (bedding, towels, curtains, etc.) Disposable plastic table cover Instructions Tie-Dye Cloth Napkins Enjoy your favorite summer dishes with a side of tie dye! Perfect for picnics in the park, backyard brunches and every meal in between, tie-dye cloth napkins are a fun way to add an extra personal touch when dining with friends and family. Tie-Dye Curtains Add some extra interest to your view with a set of tie-dye curtains! Customize in colors to match your space for such an easy way to brighten up any room in the house, even when it’s dark outside. Tie-Dye Picnic Blanket A lot of us are making the most of time outdoors this season with bike rides, hikes, fresh air and pretty scenery. Take a picnic on your next outdoor excursion – and don’t forget to pack your tie-dye blanket! No matter where the day takes you, lounge in style with a soft picnic blanket in your favorite tie-dye colors. Tie-Dye Pet Bed If you get to catch some Zs on a tie-dye bed, your furry BFF should get to as well. Tie dye a pet bed to match your own tie-dye bedding, or make one that’s wild and crazy to match your pet’s personality! Either way, a cushy, colorful tie-dye pet bed will be a total treat for your fur baby. Tie-Dye Bedding Speaking of lounging, get your beauty sleep in custom tie-dye bedding! Try tie dyeing sheets, a duvet, pillowcases or your whole entire bed set for sweet dreams in bold color. Plus, now you have more reasons to sneak naps in during the day. We won’t tell. Tie-Dye Shoes “I have too many pairs of shoes,” said no one ever. That’s why adding a pair of tie-dye shoes to your collection is a great idea. And hey, you can actually tie dye a pair you already have (as long as they’re made of canvas), so it won’t even count as getting a new pair. For this cool watercolor effect, try the ice dye tie-dye technique and let the ice do the work for you! Tie-Dye Scrunchie These are the days of top knots, ponytails and braids. Tie up your locks in bright colors with a custom tie-dye scrunchie! Tie dye a whole set for yourself or your crew for such an easy way to add the perfect pop of color to any casual look. Tie-Dye Face Mask Give your cotton face mask some extra flair with tie dye! (Tulip One-Step Dyes are nontoxic, so you don’t have to stress about masks dyed with any of our tie dyes.) Tie dye a face mask for every day of the week to keep yourself and others safe in vibrant color and style. Tie Dye Towel Beat the summer heat whether you’re poolside or beachside with a tie-dye towel that’s cooler than the waves you’re making. Dive right in to a new tie-dye adventure and tie dye a towel for the ultimate summer splash. Tie-Dye Hoodie Fall will be here before we know it, so it’s never a bad idea to have a good hoodie ready to keep you warm when the weather turns. Tie dye a hoodie in bright colors that remind you of sunny summer days for the coziest way to chill out this fall and winter. It's always a fun idea to tie dye some loungewear for cooler temps. Tie-Dye Hammock BONUS! We know we said 10 things to tie dye that aren’t T-shirts, but we’re throwing in an extra project for you. Can you tell we’re all about that lounging life this summer? Pick up a good book and head outside to relax in your very own tie-dye hammock! Kick up your feet with colorful tie-dye patterns that might just end up rocking you to sleep mid-chapter.
How To Tie Dye Socks The Easy Way
Published Date: July 10, 2020 It might be summertime right now, but socks are always in season as far as we’re concerned. Sometimes the air conditioner is freezing you out, or it gets cold in the evenings where you live; either way it’s a good idea to have pair ready to put to work! If you’ve tie dyed everything else in your closet but aren’t sure how to tie dye socks, Club Crafted will show you the easiest way to do it using the Tulip Walking Tie-Dye Kit. With the included circular palette, you’ll get to watch your dyes move and blend to create cool tie-dye patterns! Supplies needed - Tulip Walking Tie-Dye Kit - White 100% cotton socks - Disposable plastic surface cover - Scissors - Popsicle sticks or stir sticks Instructions Prep work surface for tie dyeing Prep your work surface for tie dyeing by covering with a disposable plastic table cover to protect from any potential spills. Your socks should be washed (without fabric softener) before dyeing. Dampen socks and wring out Dampen your socks and wring out excess water. Fold damp socks in half Now it’s time to learn how to tie dye socks in a cool rainbow tie-dye pattern, and P.S., it’s so easy! First lay out your damp socks on your covered work surface and fold each in half vertically. Wrap rubber bands around socks Wrap rubber bands around each sock, evenly spacing down the length of the socks. Club Crafted used 4 rubber bands to create 5 sections for tie dyeing a rainbow of 5 different colors. Prepare dyes in circular palette Prepare the dyes in your circular palette by cutting the corner off of each color packet you’ll be using and pouring the powder into each cup, one per color. Fill with water and mix according to instructions. Press damp socks into dye cups around palette Place your damp socks around the circular palette, pressing each banded section into one of the cups of dye as shown. Let dyes saturate socks Allow the socks to set for the recommended time in the instructions. Over time, the dyes will saturate into the damp socks and will move and blend into one another. Cut off rubber bands and launder Once the dyes have set, remove the socks from the palette and cut off the rubber bands to reveal. Rinse and wash according to instructions. How to tie dye socks in a rainbow pattern Now you know how to tie dye socks in a super bright rainbow pattern! It’s so fun to watch the dyes move and blend on their own, don’t you think?! Now that your feet are covered, what else will you tie dye with the Walking Tie-Dye Kit? Make sure to tag us on social and let us know!
DIY Americana Tie-Dye T-shirt
Published Date: June 25, 2020 Fourth of July is just around the corner, and however you’re celebrating this year, do it with some extra red, white & blue flair! Get patriotic with the Tulip Americana One-Step Tie-Dye Kit, which not only includes tie dye in shades of blue and red, but iron-on crystals and transfers so you can make embellished tie-dye creations that are awesomely Americana. Crafterward shows you how to DIY your own twinkling flag-inspired tie-dye T-shirt that you can sport on the Fourth and all summer long. Supplies needed - Tulip Americana One-Step Tie-Dye Kit - White 100% cotton T-shirt - Iron or heat-setting tool - Thin cloth - Disposable plastic table cover - Sealable plastic bag Instructions Prewash T-shirt and cover work surface Your Americana One-Step Tie-Dye Kit comes with all of the embellishments you need to make your own stars & stripes tie-dye T-shirt and other patriotic tie-dye creations. First you’ll want to tie dye your T-shirt before ironing on crystals or transfers. Wash your shirt (without fabric softener) and leave it damp. Make sure to cover your work surface with a disposable plastic cover before getting started on your tie dye! Pleat T-shirt and secure with rubber bands Lay your damp shirt out on your covered work surface and pleat it horizontally from the bottom hem to the shoulders using the stripes tie-dye technique. Secure your pleated shirt with rubber bands from your kit, evenly spacing your rubber bands about 2 inches apart. Add as many rubber bands as stripes you want to create, leaving a larger section of loose fabric at the top. Apply red and turquoise dyes to bound T-shirt Mix your red and turquoise dye with water according to instructions, then apply red dye to every other banded section. Apply turquoise dye to the top of the T-shirt, leaving the fabric crumpled a bit as you apply the dye. Make sure to rotate your bound T-shirt as you add dye so you get all sides. Once you’ve added the dyes, place your shirt into a sealable plastic bag and allow to set for the time recommended. Then remove the rubber bands, rinse and launder according to instructions. Heat set crystals onto T-shirt To heat set crystals onto the turquoise section of your shirt, first make sure your shirt is dry and ironed smooth. Place your crystals where you’d like them, and if using an iron, place a thin cloth over the top. Heat your iron without the steam setting on, then press the iron over the tops of the covered crystals, working in sections. Follow the instructions on your kit for full heat setting details. Check the crystals once they’ve cooled to make sure they are permanently set to the fabric, and add more heat if needed. Tulip DIY Americana Tie-Dye T-shirt Once your crystals are in place, you’re ready to shine in star-spangled style for the Fourth! You can also add transfers, change up your striping and so much more. Make your Americana tie-dye experience completely your own!
Groovy Tie-Dye Family Fashion
Published Date: June 23, 2020 Social media influencer Annie Papi let the good times roll in groovy 70s style for her daughter’s 8th birthday! Annie and her daughters used Tulip One-Step Tie Dye for a fun activity during the birthday celebration. “I was a little nervous about how the tie-dye experience would go,” Annie said. “But thanks to Tulip’s One-Step Tie-Dye Kit, I looked like the Martha Stewart of tie-dye!” Check out their family experience here and get inspired to round up your own crew for some colorful tie-dye action this summer. Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - White 100% cotton T-shirts - Disposable plastic surface cover - Sealable plastic bags Instructions Protect work surface with plastic table cover Some Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kits come with the plastic surface cover in them, but if not, you’ll definitely want to protect your work surface with one before getting started. Prewash your shirts (without fabric softener) and leave damp. Bind shirts using bullseye tie-dye technique Annie and her daughters chose to try the bullseye tie-dye technique for their shirts for a more traditional tie-dye pattern, but you can try any of our tie-dye techniques for results that look pro status! After you have your project bound with rubber bands for the tie-dye pattern of your choice, it’s time to add water to your dye bottles and start tie dyeing. Once all dye is added, place in a plastic bag to set For the bullseye tie-dye technique, you can use as many or as few colors as you like! Try applying a different color to each banded section, or alternating colors between sections like Annie and her daughters. Once you’ve added all of your dye colors, place in a sealable plastic bag to keep damp for 6 to 8 hours or overnight for the dye to set. Once the dye has set, rinse and wash your tie-dye T-shirts according to instructions. Groovy Tulip Tie-Dye Family Fashion with Annie Papi “I asked my daughters what the highlight of the birthday weekend was, to which they both shouted ‘our tie-dye shirts!’” Annie shared. “I have no doubt we will be tie dyeing all the things this summer using Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye. It was easy to use, mess free and created the most beautiful tie-dye shirts!” What will YOU be tie dyeing this summer? Make sure to let us know!
Ideas for Tie-Dye Men’s Shirts
Published Date: June 09, 2020 Whether you’re looking for the perfect Father’s Day activity or surprise gift, or you just know a guy who could use some help in the wardrobe department, you’re in luck. Our friend Mikyla Creates came up with these awesome ideas for dressing Dad (or the special guy in your life) in the season’s coolest trend – tie dye! See how to easily make three different tie-dye men’s shirt designs, because dads can wear tie dye too! Supplies needed - Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Kit of choice - White 100% cotton button-up men’s shirt - White 100% cotton long-sleeve men’s shirt or T-shirt - Disposable plastic surface cover - Scissors NOTE: For the shirts, make sure fabric is 100% cotton, does not contain any metal and buttons are microwave safe. Instructions Prewash shirts and cover work surface with plastic Before starting, wash all of the shirts (without fabric softener) and leave damp. Cover your work surface with a disposable plastic surface cover and prep your dyes by mixing with water according to instructions. Rainbow stripes tie-dye men’s shirt You can easily create this bright rainbow stripes tie-dye look on a long-sleeve or short-sleeve T-shirt. Follow the same steps to create either version! Pleat and bind for the stripes tie-dye technique, then add dyes Lay the damp shirt out flat on your covered work surface, then follow the stripes tie-dye technique for creating horizontal pleats on the top half of the shirt. Bind your pleated shirt with as many rubber bands as you’ll need to section off the amount of stripes you want on the shirt. Example: this shirt has 3 stripes, so you’d need 4 rubber bands. Add a different dye color to each banded section, rotating the fabric so you get the portions on the underside as well. Microwave according to instructions Once you’ve finished adding your dyes, make sure your fabric is still completely damp. If any portion has dried, mist with a spray bottle to re-dampen before placing into your Two-Minute Tie Dye container. Process in the microwave according to instructions. Men’s crumple tie-dye dress shirt There is everything right about a man in a pink tie-dye dress shirt, but you can recreate this look with any color you choose! The Two-Minute Tie Dye containers work with any Tulip One-Step Dye, so if you want a different color than what comes in your kit, you can absolutely use it. Check out our 1-Color Kits for other options. Crumple and bind shirt, then add dye Lay the damp dress shirt out flat on your work surface and follow the crumple tie-dye technique to scrunch the entire shirt. Bind with rubber bands to keep the pattern tight and super defined, then add your dye color all over the entire crumpled shirt. Once finished, place in your container and process in the microwave according to instructions. Half crumple tie-dye men’s dress shirt To create a half crumple tie-dye shirt, follow the same crumple tie-dye technique above, but on only half of the shirt. Crumple, bind and dye half of the shirt When processing in the microwave, you’ll still want to make sure the entire shirt is damp before placing into the container, even the undyed portion. Try to keep the undyed half in half of the container and the crumpled, dyed half to the other side so as not to get any unwanted dye on the undyed half. Process in the microwave according to instructions. Tulip Tie-Dye Men’s Shirts With all of these fantastic men’s tie-dye shirts to wear, your dad (or the special guy in your life) will be super stylin’ in a colorful way all year long!
Quick and Easy Tie-Dye Handkerchiefs
Published Date: June 03, 2020 Handkerchiefs are the universal accessory; you can use them to tie up your hair, wear as a scarf, accent a handbag and so much more. However you like to wear your handkerchiefs, do it with the trend that's taking the season by storm - tie dye! Got a few minutes? Club Crafted shows you how quick and easy it is to create your boldest new accessories using Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye and cotton handkerchiefs. Supplies needed - Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit of choice - White 100% cotton handkerchiefs - Disposable plastic surface cover Instructions Twist damp handkerchief into a swirl Prep your work surface by covering with a disposable plastic surface cover, then wash your handkerchiefs (without fabric softener) and leave damp. Decide which tie-dye techniques you want to try on your handkerchiefs. For this one, Club Crafted used the spiral tie-dye technique. Lay your damp handkerchief out flat, then pinch the fabric in the center and twist it into a swirl. Bind with rubber bands Bind your swirled handkerchief with 3 rubber bands, crisscrossing the rubber bands to create 6 wedge shapes. Set aside. Accordion pleat and bind for the stripes tie-dye technique For the next handkerchief, Club Crafted used the stripes tie-dye technique. Accordion pleat your entire damp handkerchief with even pleats, then bind by wrapping rubber bands spaced along the handkerchief. Set aside. Triangle fold accordion style the next handkerchief For the last handkerchief, Club Crafted used the triangle fold, a technique similar to the folding tie-dye technique to create a cool grid pattern. To achieve this, lay the damp handkerchief out flat, then accordion fold the fabric from one side all the way to the other. Starting at one end, fold one corner over to meet the folded edge on the opposite side, forming a triangle shape. Fold this triangle shape back, accordion style, creating another triangle section. Continue accordion folding your triangle folds across the length of your fabric. Bind with a rubber band around each corner. Apply dye to projects Add water to your dye bottles and shake to mix, then apply desired colors to each of your bound handkerchiefs. You can add the dye in any patterns you like - there's really no wrong way to do it! Don't forget to flip your projects over and apply dye to the other sides as well. Microwave according to instructions Check to make sure your projects are still damp in all areas. If any portion has dried, mist with a spray bottle to re-dampen. It's important that the projects are completely damp when microwaving so as not to scorch the fabric. Place your dyed projects into the Two-Minute Tie-Dye Container and snap the lid securely shut. Process according to your instructions. Remove rubber bands, rinse and launder according to instructions Once your handkerchiefs have processed and cooled according to the instructions in your kit, remove the rubber bands, then rinse and launder per your instructions. Quick & easy tie-dye handkerchiefs Such a quick and easy way to make yourself some bold new accessories! Tulip Quick & Easy Two-Minute Tie-Dye Handkerchiefs Now you have some fun new tie-dye handkerchiefs on the ready for any and every summer excursion!
Tie Dye Your Own Fashion Accessories
Tie dye your own accessories for vibrant, one-of-a-kind fashion statements - completely designed by you! The Tulip Tie-Dye Fashion Kit contains everything you need to tie dye cotton fashion accessories you can wear to accent your everyday style. Customize a scarf, a scrunchie and a headband in 5 fun tie-dye colors and patterns that'll brighten any outfit. See how easy it is in this post and get inspired to turn the world into your runway with your own tie-dye fashion designs! What you need: - Tulip Tie-Dye Fashion Kit - Disposable plastic surface cover - Wire rack (optional) - Sealable plastic bags Your Tie-Dye Fashion Kit comes with pretty much everything you need right in the box! Prep your work surface with a disposable plastic surface cover, and make sure you pre-wash your cotton accessories (without fabric softener) before dyeing. Leave them damp (unless you won't be dyeing them until later, in which case, make sure to damped before tie dyeing). To create a striped headband like shown here, see the following steps. Wrap 3 to 4 evenly spaced rubber bands around the damp headband, depending on how many dye colors you want to use. Mix your dyes according to the kit instructions, then place your bound headband on a wire rack (optional) to help prevent pooling of dye underneath the headband. You can apply dye colors as shown with the rubber bands in the center of each color, or you can apply the dye colors between each rubber band. It's completely up to you! Don't forget to rotate the headband to apply the dyes to the sides and back side as well. Once you've finished applying dyes, place it in a sealed bag to keep damp while the dye sets for 6 to 8 hours or overnight. To create a spotted tie-dye scrunchie like shown, see the next step! You can also try binding your scrunchie with rubber bands if you'd like, or freestyle it with random dots of dye everywhere! Flip over and repeat on the backside, then place in its own sealed bag to keep damp while the dye sets. To add cool tie-dye stripes to your scarf, check out the following steps! First fold your damp scarf into quarters. Wrap rubber bands evenly spaced along the length of the folded scarf. Add desired dye colors to each bound section, making sure to rotate scarf so you apply dye to all sides. Place the dyed scarf in a sealable bag to keep damp while the dye processes. Are you ready to rock your fab new tie-dye fashion accessories?!
Easy DIY Tie-Dye Garland
Published Date: June 01, 2020 Whether it’s a graduation, birthday, an engagement, or it’s just finally Friday night, there’s always a reason to celebrate! Handmade Charlotte shows us how to put the perfect finishing touch on any festivity or brighten any room with decorative color using this joyful tie-dye garland. Bring in the spirit and fun of the biggest summer bashes, even if the bash is now virtual! There’s no reason not to celebrate life’s little moments, and this adorable and easy project will be there to remind you of all you have to enjoy! Supplies needed Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit of choice 100% cotton white cloth napkins Rotary cutter and a cutting mat, or scissors Double-sided tape Yarn or string A plastic cover to protect your workspace Microwave Oven mitts Disposable plastic surface cover Instructions Swirl and bind damp cloth napkins Prep your workspace by protecting it with a disposable plastic cover. Wash your white cloth napkins (without fabric softener), making sure they are completely damp. For this garland, Handmade Charlotte used the spiral tie-dye technique, but feel free to use any tie-dye technique you’d like! To make the spiral design, lay your damp cloth napkin flat on your work surface. Pinch the center of the cloth between your fingers and twist your wrist in a clockwise motion until you create a spiral. Crisscross two rubber bands in an ‘X’ shape to secure. Add water to dye bottles and shake to mix Mix your dye! Fill your One-Step Dye bottles to the fill line, tighten the lid so it is secure, and shake until the dye is completely dissolved. Do this for all colors you wish to add to your garland. Add dye colors to fabric Put on the gloves provided in the kit and get ready to dye your spiral. Handmade Charlotte uses two colors on each cloth in an alternating pattern for her design, but you can use as many colors as you’d like, such as a different color for each wedge! Think about how you can incorporate your favorite color combos and get to work dyeing the segments of your spiral. Be sure to saturate each segment fully with color, and don’t forget to flip your bound fabric over and add dye to matching sections on the back side. Place dyed fabric into Two-Minute Tie Dye Container Once you’ve added your dye colors, make sure the fabric is still completely damp before placing it into the Two Minute Tie-Dye container. If any portion of the fabric has dried, mist with a spray bottle until saturated again. Close the lid tightly and microwave for the time recommended in the instructions based on your project and microwave wattage. Wearing oven mitts, carefully take the container out of the microwave, and let it cool for 15 minutes with the lid still intact so your dye can finish processing. Open the lid and let the fabric cool for an additional few minutes, until it is cool to the touch. Check out your product instructions for more detailed information! Rinse and launder fabric napkins according to instructions Once the project is cool, carefully cut off the bands to see your design! Rise the cloth under cool water until the water runs clear, then proceed to wash and dry the fabric according to kit instructions. Cut cloth into desired shapes After your fabric is clean and dry, using a rotary cutter and cutting mat or scissors, cut your cloth napkins into smaller squares, rectangles or any shape or design you can think of! Leave one top edge of each piece of fabric with a straight edge so you can attach it to the string in the next step. Attach string to fabric with double-sided tape Lay out your cut shapes in the order you want them for your garland, with the straight edges in line along the top. Keep a small and even space between each cloth. Apply a piece of double-sided tape to the top edge of each cloth and lay one piece of yarn or string along the tape. Fold the top over into the tape to secure the fabric to the string. Repeat process, creating a new strand for each color, or have fun with it and mix and match your tie-dye fabric any way you like! Display your garland just the way you like Hang your garland in front of your favorite video chat background and be prepared to immediately want to celebrate the (virtual) night away! PS. When the fun is done, hang your tie-dye garland in any room for added color that’ll make you smile on the daily.
How to Make a Tie-Dye Picnic Blanket
Summer is just around the corner and that means sunbaths, pool days, and backyard picnics! And nothing ties together a perfect picnic on a lazy, sunny afternoon quite like lounging on a bright, happy tie-dye blanket. Using a Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit, Club Crafted shows us how to add the quintessential splash of summer color to all of our upcoming backyard adventures faster than ever before! Lying poolside has never felt so refreshing, with colors that rival sweet berries and juicy watermelon, you’ll adore this delicious summer accessory to brighten up your private oasis year-round! What you need: Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit A thin, white 100% cotton blanket or a Turkish towel A plastic cover to protect your workspace Microwave Oven mitts First, wash your blanket and make sure it is completely saturated with water. Wring out the excess water, but make sure the material stays sufficiently damp so that way it won’t scorch later on in the microwave! Be sure to protect your work surface with a disposable plastic covering before getting started with your dyes. Mix your dye! Fill the Tulip Two Minute Tie-Dye bottle to the fill line, tighten the lid so it is secure, and shake to mix until the dye is completely dissolved. Repeat with all the colors you wish to add to your blanket. Along the folded edge of the blanket, starting on one side, wrap a rubber band around a third of the fabric a few inches down from the top of the fold. Wrap another one around the bound fabric about an inch above the first. Repeat this twice more with the remaining thirds of the blanket as shown. Bind the rest of the blanket with two more rubber bands, several inches apart. This is just one way to do it, but feel free to get creative with how you tie your blanket! Put on the gloves provided in the kit and apply the dye to the areas of your blanket you wish to add color to. Rotate the blanket as you add dye, applying the dye between the folds and to all sides. Leave white space between the different colors so they don’t mix and become muddy. Make sure to flip your blanket over and repeat this process on the other side until you achieve your desired look! Immediately place your dyed blanket into the Two Minute Tie-Dye container. Make sure your blanket is still completely damp before placing it into the container. If any portion of your blanket has dried, mist with a spray bottle until damp again. Adjust your blanket if needed to completely fit into the container and close tightly. Next, microwave it for the time recommended in the instructions based on the size of your project and microwave wattage. Wearing oven mitts, carefully take the container out of the microwave, and let it cool for 15 minutes with the lid still intact. Open the lid and let the blanket cool for an additional few minutes, until it is cool to the touch. Check out your product instructions for more detailed information! Once your blanket is ready, carefully cut the rubber bands off to reveal your unique design! Rinse and launder your blanket according to the kit instructions. Be it a picnic, pool day, or an afternoon nap, your custom new creation is ready to be the perfect accessory for all of your summertime adventures!
Reverse Tie-Dye Galaxy Wall Hanging
Take your kids' imagination to a galaxy far, far away with this Reverse Tie-Dye Galaxy Wall Hanging project! Perfect for kids who enjoy outerspace themes, this fun space craft from Handmade Charlotte will send their creativity out into orbit. Pair the Tulip Reverse Tie-Dye Kit with Tulip Puff Paints for out-of-this-world wall hangings that are perfect for decorating any aspiring astronaut's room. What you need: - Tulip Reverse Tie-Dye Kit - Tulip Puff Paints - desired colors - Black 100% cotton fabric (like a T-shirt or cloth napkins) - Chalk - Wooden dowel or skewers - Double-stick tape - Scissors - String Before painting your fabric, you're going to want to create cool galaxy effects using the Reverse Tie-Dye Kit, which removes color from darker fabrics. Cover your work surface with a disposable plastic cover before getting started. Wash and dry your 100% natural black fabric (like cotton); this project uses cotton cloth napkins but you could cut up a T-shirt as well. Read over the instructions that come in the kit to prep your supplies. Since we wanted to create a galaxy night sky look, we used the crumple tie-dye technique. Simply lay the fabric out on your work surface and scrunch it all together, then secure with the included rubber bands. Repeat for as many wall hangings as you’d like to make. Prepare the Color Changer by adding water up to the line on the bottle and shaking to mix. Make sure to follow all of the safety precautions listed in the kit instructions. Apply the Color Changer onto your crumpled black fabric (make sure you are working on a protected work surface)! Start by applying a little bit at first to both sides and let it sit for a couple minutes - you’ll see the colors start to change and you can add more Color Changer if you like. Do this for all fabric pieces. Monitor your fabric every few minutes and once it has lightened to your liking, cut off the rubber bands and launder according to the kit instructions. Once your fabric pieces have been laundered, lay them out flat on your work surface for cutting and shaping. Cut the fabric pieces into the size and shape of wall hangings you want. Use chalk to sketch out space-themed designs and words - have fun with it! Outline and fill in your designs with Dimensional Paints. Once you're done painting, let the fabric pieces dry completely before moving on to the next step. Fold the top edge of the wall hanging over to the back side and secure with double-stick tape to form a sleeve for threading a wooden dowel (or long wooden skewer) through. Cut the ends to trim if needed. Hang as is by resting on two nails on the wall, or tie a piece of string to both ends of the wooden skewer to create a hanger. This is one space craft the kids will get to keep enjoying "light-years" after they finish the actual project!
9 More Pastel Tie-Dye Ideas
Published Date: May 11, 2020 Stay cool this summer with the lighter side of tie dye. Did you know you can make any Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye color pastel in just a few easy steps? Check out this roundup with instructions and get inspired to channel chill vibes all season long with your favorite clothing tie dyed in shades of pastel! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - White 100% cotton item to tie dye - Disposable plastic surface cover Instructions Pastel Tie-Dye Jeans INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE ANY ONE-STEP DYE PASTEL: First mix your chosen dyes according to kit instructions. If you have extra mixing bottles, pour some mixed dye of each color into a new mixing bottle (one for each color), then refill each with water to dilute the colors and create pastel shades. Test on scrap fabric first if desired to make sure you like the colors. If you don't have extra mixing bottles, you can pour out a majority of each dye color into a plastic cup (one for each color) to save dye, leaving about a third or less of dye in each of your bottles. Refill with water to dilute and shake to mix. Test if desired, until you are happy with each pastel dye color. Get the tutorial for these killer pastel tie-dye jeans here. Pastel Spiral Tie-Dye Cropped Tank Top Tank tops are pretty much a summer staple for a lot of us; they're perfect for everything from sleeping to working out to lounging by the pool. Put a twist on yours with the spiral tie-dye technique in a warm, summery pastel color palette that's cool like sherbet ice cream. Speaking of ice cream, you can get this same color palette and more pastel shades (and without diluting dyes) with the Tulip Ice Cream Shoppe Tie-Dye Kit. Ice Dye Pastel Tie-Dye Tank Top Looking for another way to cool off this summer? How about combining a cotton tank top with the ice dye technique? Scrunch up your top and let the ice do the work while you chill out with a cold bevvy. Doesn't this fun tank top remind you of cotton candy? Is anyone else hungry right now? Get this color palette and more from the Tulip Ice Cream Shoppe Tie-Dye Kit. Spiral Pastel Tie-Dye T-shirt Since we're on a roll with the Tulip Ice Cream Shoppe Tie-Dye Kit - because ice cream and summer go together like, well, the sun ... and summer? Um, anyways, so this pastel tie-dye T-shirt was also created with the Ice Cream Shoppe Kit, and we're really digging the vibe of pastel pink and purples together. Try this palette or one of your choice with the spiral tie-dye technique for a cool take on a classic. Striped Pastel Tie-Dye Tank Top Let's try pastel tie dye in a different technique, shall we? Tie-dye stripes are so easy to do and the result is as many layers of goodness as you want. We went with three wide stripes on our tank top, but you could make your stripes much thinner and create a lot more depending on how many colors you want to use. You'll hear us say this a lot - have fun and experiment with your tie-dye creations! There's no wrong way to tie dye! Ombre Pastel Tie-Dye Tank Top If the hot summer sun has everything around you looking dried out and less than lush, add some green into your wardrobe for that fresh spring feeling. Grab any One-Step Tie-Dye Kit containing green and dilute your green to make it pastel; for this look you can simply squeeze the dye onto a tank top, T-shirt, shoes or shorts for the easiest way to go green this summer! Striped Pastel Tie-Dye Tank Top Here's a variation of the stripes tie-dye look using white space in between your dyed stripes. Follow the stripes tie-dye technique, creating horizontal stripes, then add dye to every other banded section to get this same effect. You can make your middle stripe a varying color or go wild with a different color for each stripe! Striped Pastel Tie-Dye Hoodie Depending on where you live, evenings can still be chilly in the summertime, so keep a cozy pastel tie-dye hoodie ready for action when the sun goes down. This simple pastel stripes tie-dye look has a big impact, don't you think? It's just simple enough to wear with anything, but still colorful enough to pop! Ice Dye Pastel Tie-Dye Hoodie Annnndddd one more hoodie for good measure if there's still a chill factor where you live, even in summertime. We love the pastel camo vibes this hoodie has going on. Recreate it using the ice dye technique and pastel pinks and greens or any color palette you're currently vibing with.
Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie-Dye T-shirts
Published Date: May 07, 2020 If you're impatient like us and you want to wear your tie-dye fashion as soon as possible - like yesterday - you've come to the right post. Today we're talking about Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye (yes, it actually exists) ... and if you haven't heard of it yet, it's your lucky day. Two-Minute Tie Dye is our patent-pending process that speeds up our One-Step Dye set time from 8 hours to 2 minutes. No joke. Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kits feature specially made containers designed to work specifically with Tulip One-Step Dyes in the microwave to speed up the set process. Our friend Handmade Charlotte put together some fab candy-inspired T-shirt ideas for you using Two-Minute Tie Dye, so check out the process and swoop up your own kit to sweeten your day with a faster way to tie dye! Supplies needed - Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Kit or Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Containers & One-Step Dyes of choice - White 100% cotton T-shirts - Scissors - Disposable plastic surface cover Instructions Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts - wash shirt Before tie dyeing, wash your shirt (without fabric softener) and leave damp. Cover your work surface with protective plastic then lay your shirt out onto your prepared surface. Scrunch the shirt fabric together into a tight mound. Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts - bind shirt Bind your scrunched shirt with rubber bands to hold the shirt secure. Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts - mix dye For a bubblegum look, mix up pink One-Step Dye according to instructions. Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts - apply dye Apply dye over the entire shirt, flipping it over and applying to the backside as well. Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts - microwave in container Make sure your shirt is still completely damp before placing in the Two-Minute Tie-Dye Container. If any part has dried, re-dampen. Snap the lid closed and microwave your shirt according to instructions. Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts - microwave in container Once your shirt has processed and cooled according to instructions, remove the rubber bands and rinse it. If you want to achieve a "double-bubble" effect like Handmade Charlotte, repeat the entire scrunching, binding and dye process with a darker shade of pink for twice the effect! Bullseye Berry Cotton Candy T-shirt For the berry cotton candy shirt, Handmade Charlotte used the bullseye tie-dye technique. To mix it up, she started the bullseye off to the side instead of the center of the shirt. To do this, lay out your shirt flat on your work surface and pinch the spot to the side of the shirt where you want the center of the bullseye to be. Pull the fabric upward into a tube shape and wrap a rubber band around the bunched fabric a few inches below the point to create the innermost circle. Continue to wrap additional rubber bands around the shirt to create more circles for the bullseye. Bullseye Berry Cotton Candy T-shirt Mix up your dyes and add a different dye color to each banded section. Once you are finished, process in the microwave according to instructions, then rinse and wash as instructed. Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts How cool is this Double-Bubble Crumple T-shirt?! It's twice the tie-dye fun! Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts This Cotton Candy Bullseye T-shirt really hits the mark, don't you think?! Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts We didn't show the folding process for this bright tee, but you can use the spiral tie-dye technique and yellow and orange dyes for a bold pop of color that beams like the summer sun. Candy-Inspired Two-Minute Tie Dye Shirts What are you waiting for? It's time to try Two-Minute Tie Dye, don't you think? You won't be waiting long for fab new tie-dye fashion!
10 New Ways to Tie Dye with Spray-On Color
By now, if you follow us, you might be pretty familiar with a lot of the classic ways to tie dye. Here at Tulip, we LOVE tie dye. And while dyeing projects is ALWAYS fun in our opinion, sometimes even WE want to change it up and try something different (still with tie dye, of course). So if you're like us and looking for new ways to tie dye your stuff, read on! Right now we're into using spray-on color like Tulip ColorShot Instant Fabric Color and the Tulip One-Step Spray Dye Kit to tie dye; with sprays, you still get tie-dye vibes, but with different, super cool effects. Check out our video tutorial and this colorful roundup of ideas, and get inspired to experience a whole new way to tie dye! What you need: - Tulip ColorShot Instant Fabric Color - Tulip One-Step Spray Dye Kit - White 100% cotton T-shirt - Iron (optional) - Disposable plastic surface cover Fabric Spray Paint Diagonal Pleats This tie-dye effects shirt was created using ColorShot Instant Fabric Color - a permanent, ultra vibrant spray paint for fabric. One of the many cool qualities ColorShot has is that you can blend colors on fabric like you see here. Tip: If you're going for a rainbow of colors on one project, make sure you pair colors next to each other that blend nicely. To get this look, diagonally pleat your dry fabric (it doesn't have to be perfect or even) and press a hot iron along the pleats to help hold everything in place while you spray. Then prep and spray on your paints (matching front and back), following the instructions that come with your ColorShot Fabric Sprays. How easy is that? Fabric Spray Paint Crumple Wanna get a little crazy with your tie-dye look? This awesomely abstract crumple pattern couldn't be easier to create with ColorShot! Scrunch a dry T-shirt into one big mound (seriously), and press the crumpled fabric with a hot iron to help define the folds and hold everything in place while you spray. Spray on ColorShot Fabric Sprays in diagonals or any patterns you like, then flip the shirt over and repeat. Bold color in a one-of-a-kind pattern. Yes please! Rainbow Ombré Spray Dye Let's change things up for a sec with Tulip One-Step Spray Dye. How amazing is this rainbow ombre tie-dye pattern? Creating this same look is super easy; mix up the dyes in the included spray bottles (just add water), then spray stripes of color along a damp T-shirt. Repeat on the backside. You can go with this same horizontal stripes pattern, make them vertical or diagonal ... experiment and make it your own! Rainbow Swirl Is your brain swirling with tie-dye ideas yet? How about now after seeing this cool fabric spray swirl shirt created with ColorShot? To get this look, lay a dry shirt out flat on your work surface, then pinch it in the center and twist it around into a spiral shape. Press it with a hot iron for those ultra-defined creases, then spray on your favorite ColorShot colors in any pattern you like. Flip over and repeat on the backside, and you have yourself a tie-dye shirt that's radiating color! Fabric Spray Swirl Here's a 2-color variation of the shirt above, created in exactly the same way! You know, in case you're not into THAT much color. Galaxy Tie Dye And last but definitely not least, send your style into orbit with a galaxy tie-dye tee! This tie-dye technique uses bleach on a dark T-shirt before spraying on your One-Step Spray Dyes, then adding a finishing touch with white fabric spray paint. Check out this complete galaxy tie-dye tutorial then get started on having fun experimenting with new ways to tie dye! Blue Ombré Anchor Tote This fabulous fabric spray tie dye tote is perfect for bringing on your beach trips! Those cool blue tones will have you feeling those summertime vibes, all of the time. Just spray on the color with Tulip ColorShot Fabric Spray Paint and you’re ready for your road trip! Try adding some extra sparkle with Tulip Fashion Glitter Iron-On Transfer Sheets! Watermelon Make Up Bag If you’re all about fresh tie-dye accessories, you’ll love this watermelon spray tie-dye makeup bag! This sweet ombre tie-dye design is made easy with Tulip ColorShot Fabric Spray Paint—just shake and spray on the color! Once the paint has dried, draw on the seeds with Tulip Permanent Fabric Markers. You won’t be melancholy anymore when you’ve got a bag this cute! Spray Painted Ombré Shoes Maybe you can't seem to find the perfect pair of running shoes to match your style, or maybe the pair you just got not all that long ago is already getting dingy. If you want to try ombre tie-dye without all the mess, turn to Tulip ColorShot Fabric Spray Paint! It's amazingly easy to give a pair of kicks a colorful makeover with this fabric spray tie dye technique! Sunset Mandala Tote This ombré mandala tote is a summertime staple! It’s got tons of vivid color that looks like a stunning sunset, thanks to Tulip ColorShot Fabric Spray Paint. Once you’re done with this fabric spray tie dye project, channel your creative energy into drawing your own intricate mandala with Tulip Permanent Fabric Markers! Now that you’ve seen how many different options you have for tie-dye fun, grab your tie dye and give it a whirl! Will you be trying your hand at some new tie-dye ideas? Show us your tie-dye projects and tag us on social media @TulipColorCrafts! And, here are few more pages you might like to learn all about Tulip Colorshot Fabric Spray Paint: Shop Fabric Spray Paint Fabric Spray Paint FAQs Easy Fabric Spray Paint techniques
Comfort Zone: DIY Tie-Dye Loungewear
Published Date: April 17, 2020 Whether you're working or schooling from home or you're not even sure what day it is, chances are, loungewear is your new go-to daily outfit choice. Is anyone even wearing jeans at this point? Pass the sweats and leggings please! Since we're all pretty much laying low right now, we recommend chillin' in style with tie-dye loungewear. Not only is tie dyeing your stuff a fun creative activity (that you really can't mess up if you tried because all tie dye is cool), but you get something awesome to wear afterward. Check out this roundup of comfy tie-dye DIYs that'll have you ready for your next video chat with no extra effort! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - 100% cotton hoodie or sweatshirt in white - 100% cotton leggings or sweats in white - 100% cotton tank top or T-shirt in white Instructions Pastel Stripe Tie-Dye Sweatshirt Right now we're vibing with soft color palettes like pastels and other cool tones. They help put us in a zen state of mind! This simple pastel stripes tie-dye design across a cozy sweatshirt is all about total relaxation. You can keep it simple with just a few stripes like we did, or add stripes to your entire sweatshirt; get creative with it! Pastel Crumple Tie-Dye Sweatshirt Doesn't this hoodie remind you of a softer version of camo? Create this cozy vibe by watering down your dyes to make them extra pastel, then using the crumple tie-dye technique on the entire hoodie (don't forget to flip it over and dye the backside as well). You can use a mix of your favorite dye colors with the crumple technique, or one color if you want to keep it super simple! Another way to get this cool watercolor pastel look is with the ice dye technique; you don't even have to add water to your dyes - just sprinkle them over the ice on your hoodie and let the ice do the work! Ombre Tie-Dye Tank Top A soft tank top is perfect for lounging, especially as the weather starts to warm up! Recreate this simple ombre tie-dye design by mixing up your dye and squeezing it directly from the bottle onto the tank top, applying more dye at the bottom and less as you work up towards the top. Try blending several dye colors for a fun variation, or applying the dye to the top section instead. Tie-Dye Leggings We don't know about you, but we're basically in leggings 24/7 right now, and we're not sorry about it. We're just sorry we don't have MORE LEGGINGS. Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind set with tie dye! You'll want to make sure your leggings are 100% cotton so you can dye them, then check out our tie-dye leggings tutorial to see how we created this cool inverted V tie-dye pattern. We opted for simple black dye, but you could absolutely recreate this same pattern using multiple colors, or trying a completely different tie-dye technique on your leggings. Ice Dye Pastel Tie-Dye Sweatshirt Remember that ice dye technique we mentioned for the hoodie above? Try combining it with the stripe tie-dye technique for this seriously cool effect! First you'd bind your sweatshirt in vertical stripes (if you're going for this same look), then apply dyes using the ice dye technique. The result is chill loungewear that looks as good as it feels!
Rainbow Tie-Dye Projects To Brighten Your Day
Published Date: April 14, 2020 Brighten your day with rainbow-colored tie dye! It's the perfect way to spread some extra cheer whether you're walking past your sibs in the living room or walking your dog through the neighborhood. If you haven't discovered this already, tie dye is a super fun activity, there's no wrong way to do it, and you can seriously grab an old T-shirt or hoodie from your closet and give it new life with bold colors and tie-dye patterns. Pick up your favorite Tulip Tie-Dye Kit and follow the rainbow this way to discover 6 ways to make tie-dye magic! Supplies needed - Tulip Tie-Dye Kit of choice - 100% cotton T-shirt, hoodie, tank top or denim shorts - Disposable plastic table cover Instructions Rainbow Stripe Tie-Dye Hoodie A lot of the country is still bundling up from winter chills at the moment, so a cozy hoodie is the perfect way to stay warm while lounging in style. A rainbow stripe tie-dye pattern across the front will add some sunshine to your day, even if it's blustery outside. To achieve this more abstract effect, get your hoodie extra damp before dyeing, and don't wrap your rubber bands as tightly around the fabric. You can even skip binding with the rubber bands and squeeze on the dyes right into one another so they lightly blend. Have fun and experiment with it! Rainbow Swirl Tie-Dye Hoodie And here's one more hoodie in case you want to try a different tie-dye technique on your loungewear than the stripe technique we mentioned above. The spiral tie-dye pattern is so easy to create, and is awesome for working with a lot of dye colors (although you could just stick to one color if you really want to). To create this kind of effect with a lot of white space in between colors, make sure your hoodie is less damp, and leave undyed white space between your rubber bands. If you want a ton of bold color though, apply that dye all the way to the bands and make sure to really saturate your fabric! Rainbow Tie-Dye Shorts Summer is just around the corner, and that means shorts season will be in full effect. (If you're in a warmer state like Cali you might already be wearing shorts!) Give a faded pair of cutoffs new life with outrageously bright tie-dye effects; you can freestyle it (that's the great thing about Tulip One-Step Dyes coming in squeeze bottles) or you can bind the shorts with rubber bands or zip ties to get a specific look. These shorts feature the stripe tie-dye technique in a vertical pattern (so pleating the shorts from waist to bottom edge and evenly spacing zip ties into about 9 sections). It's up to you how many different colored sections you want to try! Rainbow Sunburst Tie-Dye Tank Top The sunburst tie-dye technique sounds perfect for summertime, doesn't it?! Add in super bright rainbow colors and a tank top, and you'll be beaming with cheer whether you're headed to bed or out on a hike. The sunburst might actually be one of the easiest tie-dye techniques ever (we know we say that a lot but we really mean it). For this tank, bind the center with one rubber band and lay the rest of the top out flat. Add one dye color to the bound section and in a triangular shape on a portion of the top. Repeat with other dyes in triangular patterns as shown. Look at you, BURSTING with tie-dye creativity! Rainbow Stripe Tie-Dye Tank Top Okay one more tank top idea for you, since in addition to just having something cool to wear in the summer, they're also great for working out and for pajamas as well. If you want a true rainbow pattern, the stripe tie-dye technique in a rainbow palette is the way to go. We made our stripes thin for this tank, but feel free to widen them or have your stripes span the entire length of your top. You could even run them diagonally if you want! Rainbow Stripe Tie-Dye T-shirt Here's a variation of the tank top above, because maybe tank tops aren't your thing, or you also want a T-shirt in a similar style! Feel free to change up your blues (notice we went turquoise in the tank top and used a darker blue shade here). Or maybe add in some fuchsia or violet for an even bolder rainbow effect. Remember, there's no wrong way to tie dye!
Pastel Tie-Dye Sock Bunnies
There's a chance we're biased here (we don't think so), but aren't these sock bunnies pretty much the cutest little critters you've ever seen?! If you're looking for a spring craft to do with the kids while hanging out at home, this adorable DIY keeps on giving after the creative part with some extra snuggly playtime fun. So grab some old socks you already have (or order a cheap pack online), your favorite Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit, and check out this easy tutorial for making sweet little sock bunnies for spring. What you need: - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit - Pretty Pastels or kit of choice - Tulip Dimensional Fabric Paint - White 100% cotton socks - Embroidery string - matching colors - Disposable plastic cups - Polyfil stuffing - Scissors - Disposable plastic surface cover Step 1 Add Water to Dyes Add water to each of the dye bottles you'll be using, replace caps and shake to mix. Step 2 Pour Dye Colors into Cups Once dyes are mixed, pour each color into its own disposable cup. Step 3 Dampen Socks If your socks are brand new, you'll want to wash them before dyeing (without fabric softener). Either way, make sure your socks are damp before dyeing. Step 4 Dip Socks into Dyes Crumple up your socks and place one into each dye color. Step 5 Wring Out Dye from Socks Once the socks have soaked in the dye for a while, wearing gloves, wring out the socks and place on a plastic-covered surface. Step 6 Let Dye Set Cover the socks with plastic and let set overnight for the dye to fully process. Step 7 Fill Socks with Polyfil Once the socks have finished processing, rinse thoroughly and wash and dry according to dye instructions. Stuff each sock with Polyfil. Step 8 Tie String Around Sock to Create Bunny Tie a strand of embroidery string tightly around the halfway point of each sock to create the body and the head. Tie another just above the "head" at the base of the leg portion of the sock to create the section for ears. Step 9 Cut Tops to Create "Ears" Cut top portion of socks in a V shape to create ears. Step 10 Add Paint to Create Faces Use white Dimensional Paint to create a face and whiskers on each bunny sock. Step 11 Let Paint Dry Let bunny socks dry flat for several hours until paint has completely dried.
5 Stripe Tie-Dye Ideas
Published Date: April 07, 2020 Looking for tie-dye ideas? You've come to the right place! Right now we're vibing with the stripe tie-dye pattern because it's super simple to do and the effects are awesome, whether you use two dye colors or six. To help get you inspired, we put together 5 stripe tie-dye ideas you can use to tie dye something new or to upcycle old clothing with bright new colors. No need to leave the house to create a whole new fashion statement! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - 100% cotton T-shirt, shorts, tank top, etc. - Plastic table cover Instructions Rainbow Stripe Tie-Dye T-shirt Brighten your day with a stripe tie-dye T-shirt in a rainbow of color! Pleated horizontally instead of vertically, this fun stripe tie-dye design uses all 5 colors from the Rainbow Tie-Dye Kit for a look that says you can make your own sunshine & rainbows any day of the week. Pink and Orange Stripe Tie-Dye Tank Top Doesn't this tank top remind you of a giant scoop of rainbow sherbet ice cream?! The perfect way to stay cool this summer, a stripe tie-dye tank top in bright colors is a fun fashion statement whether you're lounging by the pool, playing backyard games or watching a fave flick. Super Big Stripe Tie-Dye T-shirt If you're wild about color, this stripe tie-dye T-shirt should be your jam. Featuring crazy cool diagonal stripes in a super vibrant color palette, swoop up a Super Big Tie-Dye Kit and give an old T-shirt new life. The Super Big Kit has enough dye to share with your friends, but you might want to keep it all to yourself because look at all of this COLOR. Stripe Tie-Dye Shorts Tie-dye stripes are for shorts too! If you've never thought about tie dyeing shorts before, why not? Summertime calls for a super cool pair of shorts you can throw on and still look stylish no matter where the day takes you. Grab a faded old pair of denim shorts you already have and try the Whimsy 3-Color Tie-Dye Kit or any dye colors of your choice. All you need is two rubber bands and tie dye to create this look! Stripe Tie-Dye Tank Top And because we're all about summer gear around here, here's one more tank top for good measure! To get this pretty pastel kind of look, you can water down any of your One-Step Dyes, or you can try shades from the Mermaid 5-Color Tie-Dye Kit and alternate adding dye between sections. What will you tie dye stripes on this summer? (Hint: EVERYTHING is a good answer!)
Tie Dye Isn't Just for T-shirts
Published Date: March 13, 2020 Most people think of T-shirts and tie dye going together like peanut butter and jelly (and they totally do), but have you ever thought about tie dyeing other items? Tie dye isn't just for T-shirts, and to prove it, we put together this roundup of cool tie-dye items other than shirts to get you inspired to think outside of the tie-dye box. Check 'em out and get inspired to try something new with tie dye! Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit of choice - Items made from 100% natural fibers (cotton, rayon, canvas, silk) Instructions Tie-Dye Shoes Give a white pair of canvas kicks a whole new life with vibrant tie dye in an ombre tie-dye pattern. You can squeeze the dyes directly from the bottles onto a damp pair of shoes, or use a paintbrush to brush and blend each color onto the shoes. Such an easy way to create a cool tie-dye look! Tie-Dye Backpack You don't have to be a student to tote around a backpack; they come in handy for hauling stuff to work, stuff for baby, traveling and so much more. We love this freestyle tie-dye pattern on a canvas backpack using the Tulip Rainbow Tie-Dye Kit. You can squeeze the dyes randomly on the backpack or you can try the crumple tie-dye technique, which is basically the easiest to do with such fun results! Tie-Dye Pet Bed Pets deserve to enjoy tie dye too! A tie-dye pet bed is the perfect way for your furry family member to chill out after a run in the park or chasing the tennis ball around. The string bullseye tie-dye technique is an easy one for a pet bed; try a bright color like this one or experiment with multiple colors if your pet has a wild side! Shibori Tie-Dye Pillow Speaking of comfy, cushy tie dye, why not try tie dyeing a pillow? Shibori tie-dye patterns are super chic and never go out of style, and make a great home dec effect you can use to accent your couch, chair or bedding. Get the tie-dye tutorial for this pillow here, then pick up a Shibori Tie-Dye Kit and turn your pillows into tie-dye works of art! Tie-Dye Tassels Tassels are a great way to accessorize home decor like baskets, blankets and even items like handbags. Learn how to make and dye your own using a dip dye style tie-dye pattern and the Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit, which speeds up the dye set process in a major way. It'll take hardly any time to have some fab, colorful new accessories.
Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets
Published Date: February 04, 2020 Looking for an easy way to add color to your accessories? Tassels make such a cute add on to handbags, cozy items like blankets, and even home decor items like baskets, without having to do a whole revamp of the item. A quick pop of color goes a long way in giving your things a whole new look! It's even quicker when you have a Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit ... you read that right ... you can take the tie-dye set process from 8 hours to 2 minutes so you can get your tassel project done in no time! Just grab a Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit and check out this tutorial from Handmade Charlotte to see how easy it is to make your own colorful tie-dye tassels for baskets, bags and more. Supplies needed - Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit - Cotton yarn - Cardboard square - Scissors - Mesh laundry bag - Woven baskets - Hot glue gun or permanent fabric glue Instructions Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye You can start out with white cotton yarn, or feel free to mix in other lighter colors you can then add dye to after you make your tassels! Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye To make a tassel, tie a strand of yarn around your cardboard square. Then wrap the yarn around the square in the opposite direction about 45 times and cut. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Untie the first strand and tie it around the bulk of strands to secure. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Cut through the bulk of strands to remove from the cardboard square and straighten. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Divide the top half in half and pull the strands down next to the lower half of strands. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Wrap a strand around the upper folded over portion and secure to create your tassel. Trim the bottom to even out strands. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Repeat process to create as many tassels as desired. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Soak your tassels in a bowl of water to dampen, then wring out. Place your damp tassels on a covered work surface and prep your dye according to instructions. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Add desired dye colors along the bottom halves of tassels to create an ombre/dip-dye effect. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Place your dyed tassels into the special containers and microwave carefully according to instructions. Note: make sure your tassels are still damp before microwaving to avoid any potential scorching. Your yarn must be damp! If it dries out before you place in the container, simply dampen a bit under the faucet or by misting with water. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Once your tassels have processed in the microwave and set, place them in a mesh laundry bag and wash on gentle cycle, then air dry. Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye Glue around the rims of your baskets and let dry completely! Tie-Dye Tassel Baskets with Tulip Two-Minute Tie Dye So many pretty colorful tassels! Use your baskets for storing your other crafty supplies and more. If you have extra tassels, try adding them to a tote bag for color everywhere you go!
90s Inspired Neon Tie-Dye Grip Socks
The 90s are back in a big way, and we couldn't be happier about it! Neon colors, tie dye, dimensional paint ... everything nostalgic about 90s fashion that we love has come together in these magical socks from Club Crafted, and we just can't get enough of them. Grab your besties and your Tulip® Slumber Party Crazy Socks Kit, then make these colorful little treats for your feet with tie dye! Embellish the soles with dimensional paint designs for your new go-to pair of grip socks that are 90s all the way. What you need: - Tulip Crazy Socks - Tulip Puff Paint - Disposable plastic table cover Wash the socks and leave damp. Cover your work surface and place the damp socks on the protective plastic. Mix your dyes according to the instructions and apply in desired color patterns on socks. You can even bind your socks with rubber bands before dyeing if desired. Experiment and have fun! Let the dye set for the amount of time recommended, then rinse and wash your socks according to instructions. Place your dry socks sole up on your work surface and embellish the soles with fun dimensional paint designs. Let dry completely. It's totally up to you whether you want to share these awesome socks with your crew ... you might just want to make all pairs for yourself! (And we wouldn't blame you.) Cute, colorful and so cozy!
Tie-Dye Ideas in Classic Blue
Published Date: January 13, 2020 PANTONE® recently released its Color of the Year for 2020, and we are ALL ABOUT IT. Chosen for the sense of calm, confidence and connection it evokes, Classic Blue is the perfect color to kick off a new decade of tie dye! Sure, sometimes we're more into a rainbow of shades all in one (that's the beauty of tie dye, after all), but other times we like to keep it simple with a cool hue that still makes a statement. For a fresh take on this classic color, try using it for all of your favorite tie-dye techniques! Check out this roundup of ideas to help get you inspired to kick off your year in Classic Blue. Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit (Blue or Shibori) - T-shirt, tote bag, dress, tapestry or other 100% cotton item Instructions Classic Blue Tie-Dye Tote Carry your stuff around in style with a Classic Blue tie-dye tote! Make sure your tote bag is 100% cotton/canvas (you can easily find one online or at most craft stores), then try the folding tie-dye technique to create an awesome, artsy pattern like shown here. Looking for a different vibe? The crumple tie-dye technique, sunburst tie-dye technique and ombre tie-dye technique are also easy options for tote bags! Classic Blue Tie-Dye T-shirt We're of the opinion that you can never go wrong with a tie-dye T-shirt in any color. Tie-dye T-shirts are great for all ages to wear and fun for any skill level to make. The bullseye tie-dye technique is fantastic for a tie-dye T-shirt in just one color, and the Classic Blue really makes it pop, don't you think?! Another tie-dye technique that will make blue tie dye anything but basic is the shibori twist tie-dye technique. Give it a try! Classic Blue Ombre Tie-Dye Dress Feeling blue yet? Classic Blue, that is. In several shades! Ombre dip dye is such an easy tie-dye technique, with no folding or binding required. All you need is a bucket/bin and some extra water to go along with your bottles of dye. Get the tutorial here for a tie-dye pattern you'll want to show off year after year, even after a new PANTONE® color is announced. Classic Blue Tie-Dye Tapestry If you're into displaying tie dye as much as you are wearing it (and why wouldn't you be?), this beautiful blue tapestry is for you! Wouldn't it look fantastic hanging on basically any wall in your house? Or as a curtain in a window? This tapestry features a simple striped tie-dye pattern, but pretty much any tie-dye pattern looks fab on a tapestry. Try the spiral tie-dye technique or the string technique in Classic Blue for a tapestry you won't want to take down.
Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie Tutorial
Published Date: December 06, 2019 We can't stress this enough: tie dye isn't just for summertime! (Ignore the name of our website.) Give yourself (and your friends and family) the gift of tie dye this holiday season with a Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie that's cute, cozy and totally festive. Since it's cold outside and you probably want to put on your new favorite hoodie ASAP, (and also Christmas is just around the corner if you're making as a gift), speed up your tie-dye process with the Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit! Check out this tutorial from Club Crafted then grab your kit and get your tie-dye Christmas tree started. Supplies needed - Tulip Two-Minute Tie-Dye Kit - Tulip Dazzling Glitter Paints - Tulip Dimensional Fabric Paint - Metallic Gold - White 100% cotton hoodie - Wire rack - Plastic table cover - Microwave - Cardstock - Pencil - Scissors - Washable marker Instructions Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie Pre-wash your hoodie and leave damp (do not use fabric softener). Lay flat on a covered work surface and fold in half vertically. Create a Christmas tree shape on a piece of cardstock and cut out. (You will only need half of the tree for this pattern). Align the tree cutout with the fold of the hoodie and trace on the shirt with a washable marker. Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie Tightly pleat the hoodie along the marker line, aligning the fabric so that the marker line appears straight across the pleats as you work. Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie Wrap rubber bands around the shirt to secure, starting the first one at the marker line, then another about an inch after, and a third an inch or two after the second. Re-soak in water to completely dampen hoodie and wring out. (Hoodie MUST be completely damp before microwaving to avoid possibly scorching the fabric.) Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie Place your hoodie on a wire rack if you have one, then mix your green and fuchsia dyes according to instructions. (Note: you can also order a red 1-color kit if you want to keep your color scheme super traditional.) Apply green dye to the tip where your tree pattern is, then apply fuchsia dye to the rest of the hoodie. Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie Immediately place the hoodie in one of the containers from your kit and follow instructions for microwaving based on your microwave's wattage. Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie Once the hoodie has been microwaved and allowed to set in the container for 15 minutes to cool and for the dye to set, remove from the container and cut off the rubber bands. Immediately wash and dry according to laundering instructions. Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie After the hoodie has been washed and dried, use Tulip Dazzling Glitter Paints and/or Tulip Dimensional Fabric Paints to create ornaments and a star on your tree! Let dry completely before wearing. Tulip Tie-Dye Christmas Tree Hoodie How fun is this tie-dye Christmas tree?! And hey, if you decide to wear it until the weather warms up, we're not judging, because we'll probably be doing the same.
Make Your Own Festive Christmas Tee
Get in the holiday spirit with a funny tee that's festive too! Quote art tees are a great way to show your personality (and sense of humor), and are so easy to make with Tulip ColorShot Instant Fabric Color. This Resting Grinch Face shirt is perfect to wear for just about any holiday activity - because who doesn't love anything Grinch related?! All you need is a pattern, some freezer paper and ColorShot to get creative with this project. What you need: - Tulip ColorShot Instant Fabric Color (desired colors) - Freezer paper - Printed quote art pattern - Craft knife - Iron - Pen or pencil - Painter's tape - Protective plastic First make sure your shirt has been washed and dried (without fabric softener). Iron it smooth and choose your ColorShot color palette. Print word pattern in desired font. Trace onto freezer paper (non-wax side) and cut out with a craft knife. Place a piece of freezer paper inside of shirt (wax side up) and iron over the shirt to create a temporary hold and to prevent any color from soaking through to the back side of shirt. Place pattern wax side down on shirt and iron in place. Cover exposed areas of shirt with protective plastic. Tape pieces of freezer paper over areas of pattern that will be different colors than the first color you are spraying. Spray first color of ColorShot over exposed areas of pattern. Spray several light coats instead of one heavy coat. When you are happy with the coverage, let dry, then cover these sections with freezer paper to protect from overspray. Repeat covering and spray process for each color. Once your entire design is complete, remove the plastic and freezer paper and let your shirt dry completely. Now you're ready to rock around the Christmas tree in a super festive tee!
DIY Tie Dye Leggings
Published Date: August 20, 2019 Leggings are a wardrobe staple you can pretty much wear year round. Thank goodness, because they are so comfortable and work with so many different fashion looks. If you're on this site, you are most likely into tie-dye fashion (yay!), and we're happy to tell you that DIY tie-dye leggings are one more fab tie-dye fashion statement you can rock this year without spending a fortune on designer. (This year just keeps getting better!) We're totally feeling this inverted-V tie-dye pattern, so check out the tutorial below to see how easy it is to make your own pair of tie-dye leggings or tie-dye joggers with this cool design. Supplies needed - Tulip One-Step Tie-Dye Kit in Black (we recommend 2 to 4 bottles depending on fabric thickness) - White 100% cotton leggings or joggers - Disposable plastic table cover - Zip ties (optional - as an alternative to rubber bands in kit) - Washable marker - Scissors Instructions Tulip DIY Tie-Dye Leggings Wash your leggings or joggers and leave damp (do not use fabric softener). Smooth flat on your covered work surface and fold in half vertically, aligning all of your seams. Using a washable marker, draw a diagonal line from inseam to outer edge (seam) of legs. Tulip DIY Tie-Dye Leggings Starting at inseam, pleat the leggings along the marker line so that the line aligns straight across the tops of pleats. Wrap a zip tie or rubber band tightly around this section to bind. Tulip DIY Tie-Dye Leggings Continue binding fabric every 1 inch or so with zip ties or rubber bands until you reach the top of the leggings/joggers. Mix your dye according to instructions and begin adding to the fabric. Tulip DIY Tie-Dye Leggings Add dye to the entire pair of leggings/joggers, rotating as needed to make sure you cover with dye. Wrap with the plastic table cover or plastic wrap to keep damp and allow the dye to set for time recommended in instructions. Tulip DIY Tie-Dye Leggings Once the dye has set, cut off the rubber bands/zip ties and immediately wash and dry the leggings/joggers according to instructions. Make sure to wash separately from other clothing as some dye will rinse out in the wash. Tulip DIY Tie-Dye Leggings How cool are these tie-dye leggings?! See how easy it is to make your own pair? Perfect for yoga class, math class or everything in between, make a statement with your own one-of-a-kind tie-dye fashion.
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