Tie Dye Day

We took a break from distance learning on Monday for an outdoor art class. 

Pop found cotton sheets for a reasonable price on eBay

so I rounded up some tie dye supplies,

pinned the sheets down with rocks

and turned the girls loose. 

I thought Leanne might try some fancy designs using the kit’s rubber bands

but both girls were happy to just spray color at will. 

Or where the wind took it. Pro tip - don’t expect to stay clean when tie dyeing on a windy day. 

Jac was very annoyed when she couldn’t wash the dye off her hands, legs, face and shirt. Oopsie. 

 Leanne’s masterpiece

We let the dye set overnight, then did a vinegar soak followed by a wash and dry on high heat.  

 Jac’s new bed cover

The dye didn’t stay as vibrant as I’d hoped - maybe due to the sheets’ 30% polyester content and/or that we didn’t get the fabric wet before applying the dye - 

 Tie dye T-shirt - she used the rubber bands!

but the girls had fun and that’s what matters. 

And I have more dye for this guy and his big sister when she gets back from her mom’s. That’s going to be another super fun day.