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TIE AND DYE
Tie Dying has become one of the most popular new things to do, especially with young people. It has become so popular that many adults are taking note and trying their hand at it. It tends to lend toward being creative.
The basic idea in tie-and-dye is to tie off sections of fabric, then dip the fabric in dye. The tie-off sections are prevented from absorbing the dye, therefore forming an uncolored pattern on a dyed background.
Any fabric other than glass fibers, some polyesters and acrylics will take dye. For striking results we recommend satin acetate, velveteen and silk. Fabric can be white or a pastel. However, after trial you may wish to try effects over brightly colored fabrics. First, prepare the idye. Mix V* cup liquid dye or Vi package (about 1 1/3 tablespoons) powder dye for about every quart of hot water. Dissolve and strain powder lye according to package directions. For dark colors, double this concentration. Have nore than enough dye solution to completely immerse fabric; Keep dye solution simmering for best results; if not possible, use hottest tap water available. Then tie fabric. Crumple fabric
tiands into a long strip. Keep ‘right” side of fabric to-outside when crumpling or gathering fabric. Secure at intervals or randomly with several thickness >f tightly wound string or rubber sands. You may tie marbles or tiny buttons into fabric, winding securely. For a shadowy effect, tie knots in fabric itself., this method works best on light weight materials as it is difficult to remove knots from heavy materials. Now you are ready to tie the fabric. Wet the fabric first, then immerse into hot dye solution for 10 to 15 minutes or until desired shade is teached. Stir
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