Tie&Dye

What is Tie-dye?

• A way of creating patterns on fabric by painting after dyeing

• A way of creating colorful patterns on fabric by tying before dyeing

• A way of creating patterns on fabric by cutting before dyeing

• A way of creating plain fabric without any patterns

What are the materials needed for Tie & Dye?

• Elastic bands or twines, Plain white t-shirt or fabric, Squeezy bottles, Fabric dye, Protective gloves, Cling film/zip bag, Plastics

• Elastic bands or twines, Plain white t-shirt or fabric, Paint brushes, Fabric markers, Rubber gloves, Wax paper, Cardboard

• Elastic bands or twines, Plain white t-shirt or fabric, Spray bottles, Fabric dye, Protective gloves, Cling film/zip bag, Plastics

• Elastic bands or twines, Colored t-shirt or fabric, Spray bottles, Fabric paint, Kitchen gloves, Aluminum foil, Paper

What is the first step in Tie & Dye?

• Squeeze the dye onto the fabric

• Mix the dyes in separate squeezy bottles

• Pre-wash t-shirts according to the washing instructions

• Set up a large work surface and cover it with a plastic cloth or nylon

What is the last step in Tie & Dye?

• Wrap the t-shirt completely in cling film to prevent the dyes from drying out

• Rinse the t-shirt under a cold tap until the water runs clear

• Take the t-shirt out of the cling film and put it in the washing machine

• Your tie-dye is ready

What is the purpose of wrapping the t-shirt in cling film?

• To prevent the dyes from drying out

• To speed up the dyeing process

• To make the fabric softer

• To create a marbling effect

What should be done after rinsing the t-shirt under a cold tap?

• Remove the elastic bands and put the t-shirt in the washing machine

• Wrap the t-shirt completely in cling film again

• Leave the t-shirt to dry in the sun

• Squeeze more dye onto the fabric

What is the purpose of wearing protective gloves?

• To keep the hands warm

• To protect the fabric from getting dirty

• To prevent the dye from staining the skin

• To improve grip while dyeing

Which method of tie & dye involves creating a spiral pattern?

• Spiral or swirling method

• Picking method

• Folding method

• Stitching method

Which method of tie & dye involves creating a marbling effect?

• Crumpling or marbling method

• Pinching method

• Spiral or swirling method

• Folding method

What should be used to ensure the color sets on the fabric?

• Squeezy bottles

• Plastics

• Zip bag

• Cling film