I love this dip dye effect as an update to traditional tie dying (you know those shirts that always makes me think of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream). The ombre effect isn’t coming through as well on video, but it is there, I promise! I did 15 minute intervals but you can do longer to achieve the shades that you want. This same technique can be used on clothes, table clothes, etc. Dip dyed napkins make a perfect summer hostess gift!

Materials:

• Rit Dye

• White curtains or whatever material you are planning on dying

• String

Tools:

• Bucket

• Rubber Gloves

• Measuring Cup

• Wooden or plastic spoon

Steps: Follow instructions that came with your dye. I recommend doing this craft outside.

1. Prewash fabric.

2. Tie string around the fabric where you want the dye to stop.

3. Fill bucket with enough hot water for fabric to move around freely.

4. Wet fabric in hot water. Ring out and place to the side.

5. Take 1 packet of dye to 2 cups hot water. Mix and add to bucket.

6. Add fabric to bucket, let is soak and then in in 15 minute intervals move the fabric out a foot to create an ombre effect.

7. Rinse in cool water until water runs clear.

8. Wash in warm water with mild detergent.

9. Dry item in dryer or air dry.

Images: Napkins, Shirt, Shoes,