SUPPLIES & TOOLS:
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DIRECTIONS:
- Either wash the handkerchiefs and leave wet OR soak dry handkerchiefs in water. Make sure they are completed saturated. Then wring out excess water.
- Mix the dye. Fill each Tulip dye bottle to the fill line, then secure the lid. Shake vigorously until the dye is completely dissolved.
- Cover your work surface with plastic. For best results, make the tie dye handkerchiefs outdoors. Then lay a damp handkerchief on top of the plastic.
- Choose your desired tie dye technique. Twist, fold and rubber band the fabric of the handkerchiefs.
- Wearing the provided gloves, apply the dye to select areas of the wet fabric. Because they are thin, they will saturate very quickly. Avoid too much overlap as the colors may appear "muddy." Make sure to flip and dye both sides.
- Cover your tie dyed fabric in plastic to keep damp while the dye sets. Let it set for 6 to 8 hours or longer for brightest colors. Follow the tie-dye instructions included in your kit for laundering.