I’ve never been big on holiday outfits or decorations. But when I got back into line dancing and saw a few of the gals wearing Halloween shirts and jewelry the first week of October, I couldn’t resist joining in. Nothing I saw shopping in-person and online was quite what I wanted. Instead, so, I decided…
First Time Ice Dyeing
After recently playing around with textile dyeing and making some swatches, I decided to try ice dyeing on actual clothes. Honestly, I’m thrilled with how it turned out, especially since I’m very new at this! I experimented with both the “hills and valleys” and a fabric-coiling technique. I definitely prefer the more random, organic look…
Ice Dye Swatches
While researching fiber-reactive dyes recently, I stumbled upon a technique called ice dyeing. It’s similar to tie-dye but a little more unpredictable. You sprinkle powdered dye over ice placed on the fabric, and as the ice melts, it creates beautiful, watercolor-like blends that feel soft and organic. I ordered a few supplies from Dharma Trading…