Resist Dying, commonly called tie-dying, is an easy and fun technique anyone can experiment with and come out with a successful result. Because the results are unpredictable, each dye job is unique and exciting. I love resist dying, so I'm very excited to be able to share a beautiful basic scarf dye that you'll enjoy using as a cover up this summer. Try it out!
1. A circle scarf created from natural fibers (cotton or linen), A fabric dye of your choice (I used Dylon which comes in tins and pouches), rubber bands, a glass or enamel pot, a measuirng cup, salt, a spoon or tongs to stir, access to a sink, an old towel to protect your work surface, rubber gloves to protect your skin from being dyed. 2-3.Prepare your scarf by lying it flat and deciding where you'd like to place your rubber bands. Create stripes of negative space (the color of your original scarf) by tying rubber bands tightly around that area. 4-5. For a more random pattern, twist your fabric as tightly as possible. Allow it to coil until you cannot twist any more. Secure the coil with rubber bands. I enjoy creating a combination of lines and random patterns for a more intentional design. 6. Prepare your dye by mixing according to your dye package instructions. Some dyes are meant to be hot, and others are cold water ones. Depending on the dye you have chosen, you may need to use salt as a fixative so your dye will not bleed out in the wash. Pay attention to the measurements on the package, and the amounts of water you require. I have been dying for years, so I do this by eye, and once you are familiar with the process, you can actually achieve some unique results by NOT following directions. It's fun to experiment. Once your bath is prepared, place your tied scarf into the bath and allow it to soak up the dye. Stir and turn it over a few times to make sure all air bubbles are being released and that all the fabric is receiving the dye. Depending on the dye you are using, you will leave the fabric in the dye mix for 20 to 40 minutes. 7-8. Here's the best part! Remove the scarf carefully from the dye pot and place it in your sink. Run it under cool water to remove excess dye, and carefully remove all rubber bands by unwinding (they're re-usable) or cutting. 9. You can choose to machine wash your new item to remove excess dye, or hand wash in cool water. Do not use detergent during this first wash, but make sure the water runs clear before squeezing out all excess water. Dyed clothing (especially natural fibers) will gradually fade and loose color in the wash over time. Hand washing and hang drying is a great option to reduce fading. If you choose to machine wash, wash your fresh dyes alone for the first cycle, and with like colors then on. Hang dry your dye work, and admire it's design. I love when spring arrives, because that's a great time to hang freshly dyed garments out on the line in the bright warm sunshine.
Have fun resist dyeing! xo. Jill
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Hi to all, how is the whole thing, I think every one is getting more from this web page.
Loooove!!
Just wondering where you got the scarf. I want one.
Looks very nice.
Sónia from Cats & Sisters
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This is gorgeous! I definitely hope to give this a try soon 🙂
Pretty purple Thanks for sharing I’m inspired
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Really sweet and beauty!
xx
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I love this! Where did you get this circle scarf? I want to find a plain white one that is reasonably inexpensive for this project. Any ideas?
I love this dye effect, and this bracelet is no exception http://bit.ly/H5Ig02
it is a good preject,very nice
it is amazing,really learn about it
where can I get a plain scarf like this?!
Great post!! I love the idea of resist dying an infinity scarf and can’t wait to try!
~Jacy
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This looks like a lot of fun!
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Wow, this brings back memories, way back in the 70’s. This will be a great project for my sister’s class.
i wanna one! sure will make the same one 🙂
xo
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Oh Jill, you’ve done it once again. I still need to try the bleach writing on a t-shirt first.
Vintagehoneybee.blogspot.com
LOVE
Love that color purple! Been looking for a similar tutorial, thanks for sharing!(:
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eeeek! i love that versatile scarf!! cute! xo
i remember times when dying your own t shirts, scarfs was so popular. lovely to see it coming back
i love that scarf!
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it’s gorgeous x
I love dip dye! It reminds me of being a kid again.Rx
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so cute ^^
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Gorgeous! on of my favourite dying techniques.
Zoe
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i love, i want the same !
I’ve always wanted to try out resist dyeing! This summer I’ll definitely try it out 🙂
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That makes me smiles because some memorys came.. back the elemantary shool we used to make shirts and bags this ways, it was so fun and this is how the the things look like: like a lot of fun!
Cool idea 🙂
So cute!
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I’m not usually a fan of this dying method, but the horizontal stripe pattern looks great!
ooh, my inner hippie is so inspired by this! might just have to be tyedying this weekend. xo.
Oooh. i love this. definitely going to have to give it a try.
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This photo reminds me of Liv Tyler in Lord of the rings! She’s so enchantingly beautiful 🙂
I’m so doing this…thanks for the inspiration!
I love this! That purple is just so perfect and it doesn’t look like your typical tie-dye. <3
Very cute!
xoxo
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what a great way to spice up an outfit! “resist dyeing” hahah
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Beautiful! Love the color!
ohhhhh! this is amazing! so so good 🙂
I love to dye things!! Its the easiest and very cheapest way to alter something completely, i have just done a little piece on my blog about it called ‘Deeply Dippy’ lol. My next tie dye is going to be something that is already patterned or printed…just as i am curious!!!