So a few days ago I attempted tie dying for the first time ever, I kind of expected a disaster but I’m actually really pleased with how it turned out.
I filmed the process if you’d like to have a look, or if you’d rather read the step by step instructions then scroll down.
What you’ll need:
- Dye – I used Dylon hand dyes and would recommend these. You can use as many as you like, I went for three.
- Salt.
- Bags or newspaper to limit the mess.
- Rubber gloves.
- Squeezy bottles.
- Rubber bands.
Instructions
1. Set up your area and get everything out that you’ll need.
2. Make up your dyes according to the instructions on the back of the packet and then put the dyes into your squeezy bottles.
3. You’ll need your fabric to be damp, so give it a quick wash under the tap and wring it out.
4. To create your spiral pattern you’ll need to pinch your tshirt in the centre and then start twisting (see the video above for a demonstration) until all the fabric has been gathered.
5. Wrap elastic bands around your tshirt to secure.
6. Now you can start pouring on your dyes. There are no rules here, just go for it really! Make sure you do both sides.
7. Leave overnight.
8. The next morning you’ll need to remove the elastic bands and rinse the tshirt until the water runs clear. Leave to dry and that’s it!
Here’s the finished result:
Have you ever tried tie dying?
Thanks for reading.
In collaboration with Dylon
We actually have tie dying on our bucket list to do over the summer….I will be using these instructions when we do. The t-shirts look fab 😀 x
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Thank you. I hope you have fun doing it 🙂 x
Nice one. Could certainly brighten up a faded old T-shirt or something. #bigpinklink
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Definitely! x
These look utterly fab. I remember doing it as a child and I think we’d gather up little sections of the fabric and wrap the band around. I feel a spot of tie dying coming on!!! Thanks for being a #bigpinklinker
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I never did it as a kid although I do remember it being all the rage at the time. I think there’s different ways of doing it but I just went for the spiral pattern x
These look fab and I now want to try to make them! I will be using your video to help. However, I have a feeling that ours won’t look as lovely as yours #bigpinklink
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If I can do it, anyone can! x
This is brilliant Emma, thank you !!! Something I have always wanted to do 🙂
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Thanks Lynne, it’s so easy to do x
We’ve always wanted to know how to do this! Thanks for the tips, might try it out now with one of my old t-shirts! 🙂 #bigpinklink
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Give it a try, it’s really easy to do 🙂
It’s been a long time since I tie dyed something. From what I can see it looks like its now an easier process than it was in the past.#MarvMondays
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It’s much easier than I expected it to be x
I’ve used tie die at school before but they never turned out that good. Great video too! #BloggerClubUK
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Thank you 🙂
They look fab, and the video is great – subscribed to your channel 🙂
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Thank you 🙂
I remember doing this school it loads of fun great result #bloggerclubuk
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Thank you x
I’ve never tried tie dying either, but always wanted to give it a go! This might be a fun activity with the little one over the summer hols 🙂 I love how yours turned out! Thanks for sharing this post on #MarvMondays. Emily
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It would be great to do with the kids, I think I’m going to give it another go 🙂 x
These look great!
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Thank you 🙂