Rainbow Original Tie Dye Spiral T-Shirt

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As a side note I do like to do my tie dye on a raised surface so if I over do the dyes they drip down. Spiral tie-dye is a classic design that looks complicated – but it’s actually quite easy to make. In this step-by-step guide, we will show you how to create a beautiful spiral or swirl design with just a few basic tie-dye supplies. To get more white stripes in your design: Make sure to twist the spiral tightly, and make the rubber bands really tight. You can also try applying a little less dye, and avoiding the areas where you want white to show through. Let the Dye Set

TIP: You can also combine the different techniques on one item, for example a bullseye in the centre and scrunch allover the rest. Leaving to set/dry Get full list of supplies and directions in the printable version at the end of this post. How to a Make Rainbow Tie Dye Shirts

Colorful rainbow tie dye shirts are so easy to make and are a fun activity for kids and adults alike! We can show you how to make this fun pattern using bright cheery colors and a handful of supplies. Why we love this project I use environmentally friendly, professional quality Procion Fiber Reactive Dyes. They don't fade, even after repeated washings. They don't wear off, therefore are safe on infant clothing and clothing for chemically sensitive people. With a little patience, you can fold the fabric to create a tie-dye heart in the middle of the shirt. Here’s how to make a tie-dye heart: Wrap several rubber bands around the disk. The tighter you scrunch it, the more white areas there will be in the final shirt.

Tie-dye is a popular fabric dyeing technique known for its bright, saturated colors and bold patterns. It’s one of those nostalgic, feel-good crafts that never seem to go out of style. There are lots of different tie-dye patterns and folding techniques that you can use to create unique designs. Here are a few of the various designs you can create with tie-dye. 1. Spiral or Swirl Tie Dye Wrapping The White Areas Of The Shirt With Plastic Wrap To Protect Them How To Tie Dye Rainbow Stripes? When all of the fabric is twisted into the spiral bundle, secure it with 3 or more rubber bands. Cross the rubber bands over the bundle at the center to create 6 or more wedge-shaped areas between the bands. I know many many places tell you to use 100% cotton tees and things for best results. I will be honest. I have used some things that are cotton poly blend and as long as they are mostly cotton my color results are usually the same.

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The versatility in color creation is all in your own hands. Want to add orange to the mix? Squeeze yellow and red dye onto the section you want. The same goes for any secondary colors you’d like to incorporate! More Tie Dye Projects First, prewash your fabric items with Synthrapol or another laundry detergent in the washing machine. Choose two spots on the shirt to form the centers of the two spirals. Make sure that the spots are far enough away from each other that you have room to create the spirals.