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Sharpie Pen Tie Dye

Sharpie Pen Tie Dye

Your kids will enjoy partaking in a tried and true activity which produces beautiful tie dye.  They will love the colorful result!

Ages:
3 - 7
Est. Time:
<1 hour

How we did it:

Materials List

  1. permanent markers (e.g., sharpies)
  2. rubbing alcohol
  3. plastic cups
  4. rubber bands
  5. fabric
  6. squeeze bottle
See full instructions at www.kiwico.com...
  1. Sharpie Pen Tie Dye Pin It

    Place the fabric over the cup with the rubber band, draw your design. 

  2. Sharpie Pen Tie Dye Pin It

    Slowly add about twenty drops of alcohol to the design.  

  3. Sharpie Pen Tie Dye Pin It

    Let the design dry for a few minutes, then shift the fabric over to color that area.  Repeat until your fabric is sufficiently covered.  

  4. Sharpie Pen Tie Dye Pin It

    Set the colors by placing in the dryer for about 15 minutes. 

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