Step-by-step tutorial
Step 1
Gather your materials. Tie dyeing is messy, so be sure to protect your work space! You can use newspaper or paper bags.
Step 2
For the most common tie dye pattern, start by pinching your fabric in the center and twisting it up until it's gathered into a circle. Using pipe cleaners, tie off the fabric into sections--like a pie!
Step 3
Experiment with other designs. For a polka dot pattern, pinch the fabric in several places and tie each "dots" with pipe cleaners. For stripes, fold the fabric accordion style and tie sections with pipe cleaners.
Step 4
Whatever design you choose, apply liquid watercolor to each section. Then let it dry overnight.
Step 5
What other designs can you make?
Warning
Always wash the tie dyed fabric separately to avoid staining other items