{"id":3002,"date":"2019-04-10T08:00:15","date_gmt":"2019-04-10T13:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/?p=3002"},"modified":"2024-05-17T07:12:22","modified_gmt":"2024-05-17T12:12:22","slug":"how-to-properly-wash-tie-dyed-shirts-to-make-them-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/how-to-properly-wash-tie-dyed-shirts-to-make-them-last\/","title":{"rendered":"Make It Last: How to Wash Tie Dye Shirts"},"content":{"rendered":"

Even though it screams Summer of Love,<\/span> tie dye<\/span> is totally in these days. Whether you have a favorite homemade <\/span>tie-dye shirt<\/span> that you\u2019ve had forever or you just brought a brand-new one for the summer, keeping the <\/span>vibrant colors<\/span> is probably one of your primary concerns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The good news is that most commercial dyes tend to maintain their <\/span>bright colors<\/span> through repeated washings. The bad news, though, is that if you make certain washing mistakes, your favorite <\/span>tie-dye clothes<\/span> could fade much sooner than you\u2019d like.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tie dye<\/span> designs are bright and colorful<\/span><\/a> additions to any wardrobe. Plus, the act of <\/span>tie-dyeing<\/span> itself is a great way to release your creativity and show off your artistic side using things you already have around the house, like <\/span>rubber bands<\/span>, <\/span>warm water<\/span>, <\/span>white vinegar<\/span> and a few old <\/span>t-shirts<\/span>. All you need is some <\/span>dye powder<\/span> or liquid or a <\/span>tie-dye kit<\/span> \u2014 and a bit of creative vision \u2014 and you\u2019re good to go!<\/span><\/p>\n

Of course, you want your wearable work of art to last as long as possible, which is why it\u2019s so important to follow these care and maintenance tips in addition to closely following your specific <\/span>tie dye<\/span> instructions. This article lays out all the ways to wash your <\/span>DIY <\/span>tie-dye shirts<\/span> and keep them looking as good as new.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our Shirts Have Some of the Coolest <\/span>Tie Dye<\/span> Designs and Patterns<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

How to Tie Dye a T-Shirt <\/b>Step-By-Step<\/b><\/h2>\n

Tie dyeing is a creative way to add color and personality to a plain t-shirt, and it\u2019s an easy craft for <\/span>beginners<\/span> and kids, making it fun for the whole family.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Supplies you will need:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. A <\/span>plain white t-shirt<\/span><\/a> (or any light-colored cotton fabric)<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Fiber reactive dyes<\/span> (choose your favorite colors)<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Rubber bands<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Rubber gloves<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Plastic bags or plastic wrap<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Large bucket or basin<\/span><\/li>\n
  7. Stirring utensil<\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Soda ash<\/span> (not <\/span>baking soda,<\/span> which isn\u2019t alkaline enough)<\/span><\/li>\n
  9. Salt (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Step 1: Prepare the Dye<\/b><\/h3>\n

    First, prepare the dye according to the instructions on the package. Typically, you\u2019ll need to dissolve the dye powder in warm water, add some salt (if recommended) and stir well. Make sure to wear gloves to avoid staining your skin.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Step 2: Prepare the T-Shirt<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Wet your t-shirt thoroughly with water. This helps the dye penetrate the fabric evenly. You can also soak the shirt in a solution made from one cup of <\/span>soda ash <\/span>in a gallon of warm water and then gently squeeze to remove the <\/span>excess water<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Then, lay the shirt flat on a work surface and decide how you want your tie-dye design to look.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Step 3: Create Your Design<\/b><\/h3>\n

    There are many ways to create a tie dye design, but here are a few popular techniques:<\/span><\/p>\n