{"id":3589,"date":"2021-03-31T10:00:24","date_gmt":"2021-03-31T15:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/?p=3589"},"modified":"2023-10-11T13:50:41","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T18:50:41","slug":"best-tie-dye-color-combos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/best-tie-dye-color-combos\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Best Tie Dye Color Combos"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3595\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hanging-tie-dye-shirts.jpg\" alt=\"hanging tie dye shirts\" width=\"500\" height=\"309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hanging-tie-dye-shirts.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/hanging-tie-dye-shirts-300x185.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: Jaochainoi1980\/Shutterstock.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are a newbie or a seasoned pro, one of the great things about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie dyeing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is that there are no limits in terms of what you can create. From popular <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie dye color<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> combos<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in swirl patterns to unique pairings in one-of-a-kind designs, it is amazing just how many things you can<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/t-shirts\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">create with bulk wholesale <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t-shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, fabric dye, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rubber bands<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a bit of creativity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"background: #075f96; display: block; text-align: center; padding: 10px 20px; max-width: 400px; color: #fff; border: 2px solid #075f96; transition: 0.3s; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 7px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/t-shirts\/\"><b>Making Your Own <\/b><b>Tie Dye<\/b><b>? Check Out Our Wholesale Blank <\/b><b>T-Shirts<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As boredom ramped up during the early months of COVID restrictions, creativity surged. And, with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> making a big comeback in the fashion world, it is no surprise that lots of people have been using their newly found free time to make unique <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t-shirts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hoodies<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, tapestries and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are finding that your creations are looking more like Pinterest fails than vibrant masterpieces, though, you may not be combining the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">right colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Before you dive into your next project, check out this guide to the best <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> color combinations<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Understanding the Basics of <\/b><b>Color Theory<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beginner DIY tie-dyer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it can be helpful to understand color theory before you begin picking <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">different colors<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for your project.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Color theory is a set of principles that explains how colors interact with each other. Understanding color theory is helpful when picking colors to tie dye a shirt because it allows you to create a harmonious <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">color palette<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and achieve the desired look.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">color wheel<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a visual representation of color theory and divides colors into primary and secondary colors. Primary colors include red, blue and yellow, creating <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">secondary colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when mixed together. For example, combining blue and yellow creates green, while mixing red and yellow creates orange.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Color mixing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential to color theory because it allows you to create <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with different shades and hues. For example, you can make <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fuchsia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a bright, purplish-red color, by mixing blue and red with a larger proportion of red than blue. You can also create colors like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teal <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">by mixing one part blue with one part green and adjusting the proportions to achieve the desired shade of teal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complementary colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are opposite one another on the color wheel, such as blue and orange or red and green. When placed next to each other, complementary colors create a strong visual contrast that can be used to create striking tie-dye designs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding color theory and using the color wheel can help you select colors that work well together and create a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing tie-dye shirt. Likewise, it can help you avoid using colors that give your shirt a dull or clashing appearance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Single Colors<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a complete <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie-dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> newbie, doing a few <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">single-color<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designs is a great place to start. Instead of trying to figure out which colors look good together, you just need to add one color to the fabric. Despite what you may think, the results will be more chic than boring.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this method, you can simply tie a white shirt and add a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">single color<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of dye. Or you can use your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">favorite color <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dye on a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pastel <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shirt instead of white. Using <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">magenta <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">dye on a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pastel<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> pink tee, for example, would yield stunning results! Another option is using multiple shades of the same color \u2013\u00a0 e.g., light blue, medium blue and dark blue. This is a great way to experiment with how <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie dyeing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> works without the risk of creating muddy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brown colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Two Colors<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are ready to step up your game, try<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/tie-dye\/adult\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">making <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie-dye shirts<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">two colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Remember, though, that when placed next to each other, they will mix slightly. For this reason, you need to be mindful of what colors you use. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider watching helpful <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=wavrRQCIbXc\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tutorials <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find inspiration and techniques for getting the right shade.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To create attractive <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">two-color<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designs, you can use either two <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">primary colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or one <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">primary color<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plus one <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">secondary color<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Options for two <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">primary colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red + Yellow (Creates Orange)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red + Blue (Creates Purple)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue + Yellow (Creates Green)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To combine a primary and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">secondary color<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, try:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red + Purple<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Creates Burgundy)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue + Pink (Creates Purple)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green + Yellow (Creates Bright Green)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also a few <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">color combos<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to avoid:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue + Orange<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yellow + Purple<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Red + Green<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These combinations create brown, which generally is not a color you want to make when doing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There\u2019s no accounting for tastes, so try out a few and see how they sell.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Rainbow<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3594\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/swirl-tie-dye-pattern.jpg\" alt=\"swirl tie dye pattern\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/swirl-tie-dye-pattern.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/swirl-tie-dye-pattern-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: P-fotography\/Shutterstock.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there a more quintessential <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie-dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> combo than a rainbow? We don\u2019t think so! Whether you make your rainbow neon, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pastel<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or something in between, it is hard to go wrong with this <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">color scheme<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"background: #075f96; display: block; text-align: center; padding: 10px 20px; max-width: 400px; color: #fff; border: 2px solid #075f96; transition: 0.3s; margin: 20px auto; border-radius: 7px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/tie-dye\/adult\/\"><b>Browse Our <\/b><b>Tie Dye Shirts<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One thing to keep in mind, though, is that you will get the best results if you apply the colors in the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.prepscholar.com\/rainbow-color-order\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">same order as a real rainbow<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Making sure your colors are arranged in the proper order \u2013\u00a0 red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet \u2013 means you do not have to worry about <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">two colors<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that clash being next to each other.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Tie Dye Tips<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-3593\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/holding-shirt-being-tie-dyed.jpg\" alt=\"holding shirt being tie dyed\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/holding-shirt-being-tie-dyed.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/holding-shirt-being-tie-dyed-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Source: HACHI STUDIO\/Shutterstock.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to create bright, vibrant designs, working with<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/sewingiscool.com\/what-fabrics-can-you-tie-dye\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fabric made from natural fibers is best<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Natural fibers \u2013 especially cotton \u2013 readily absorb color and yield impressive results.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Damp fabric absorbs color better than dry fabric, too, so make sure your shirt or any other item is damp before folding and tying. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider pre-soaking your t-shirts in a soda ash solution made by mixing one gallon of warm water with one cup of soda ash. The alkaline solution helps the dye bind to the fabric fibers more effectively and minimizes color bleeding, allowing you to try multiple color combinations on a single shirt. It also helps keep bolder jewel tones like <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teal and fuchsia<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">from fading into pastels after washing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose dyes that are appropriate for your project. This is especially important if you are dying something that is not made from natural fiber. Special dyes may be needed to dye polyester and other synthetic fabrics. It is always a good idea to test your dye colors, too. Squeezing a bit out on a paper towel will give you a better feel for what the color looks like and how vibrant it is. Remember, though, that the color will always be a bit less intense after rinsing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You could also try using tie-dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> kits. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The kits usually contain everything you need to get started, including dye, gloves, rubber bands and instructions. They allow you to experiment with different color combinations, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie-dye patterns<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, techniques and designs to create a one-of-a-kind t-shirt.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another great way to experiment with color is to try the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ice dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> technique. This method allows you to use multiple colors simultaneously without worrying about color bleeding. The technique uses blocks of ice placed strategically on the t-shirt, and sprinkling powdered dye on top, creating an alluring watercolor effect.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Last,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/how-to-properly-wash-tie-dyed-shirts-to-make-them-last\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">make sure you know how to wash a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie-dye shirt<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is a vital step in ensuring that your creations will withstand the test of time!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Shop Blank T-Shirts for Tie Dyeing at The Adair Group<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At The Adair Group, we have blank white <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t-shirts<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are perfect for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tie dye<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We also stock premade tie-dyed shirts for anyone who wants to embrace the trend without getting their hands dirty. Shop our full collection today!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Source: Jaochainoi1980\/Shutterstock.com Whether you are a newbie or a seasoned pro, one of the great things about tie dyeing is that there are no limits in terms of what you can create. From popular tie dye color combos in swirl patterns to unique pairings in one-of-a-kind designs, it is amazing just how many things you [&hellip;]","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[21,22],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3589"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3589"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3589\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4213,"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3589\/revisions\/4213"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3589"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3589"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.theadairgroup.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3589"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}