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Tie-dye is a method of dyeing clothing originally popularized by members of the hippie subculture. Clothes are tied, either with string or rubber bands into some sort of pattern. Then the clothes are dyed, either by submerging them or by squirting dye solution onto them. Where the fabric is tied, some areas do not absorb dye, forming a pattern. This is known as a resist technique (the areas that are tied resist dyeing).

Shibori is a form of tie-dye which originated in Japan, which has been practiced there since at least the eighth century. Shibori includes a number of labor-intensive resist techniques including stitching elaborate patterns and tightly gathering the stitching before dyeing, forming intricate designs for kimonos. Another shibori method is to wrap the fabric around a core of rope, wood or other material, and bind it tightly with string or thread. The areas of the fabric that are against the core or under the binding would remain undyed.

Tie-dye techniques have also been used for centuries in the Hausa region of West Africa, with renowned indigo dye pits located in and around Kano, Nigeria. The tie-dyed clothing is then richly embroidered in traditional patterns. It has been argued that the Hausa techniques were the inspiration for the hippie fashion.

Plangi and tritik are Malay-Indonesian words for methods related to tie-dye, and banda is a term from India. Ikat is a method of tie-dying the warp or weft before the cloth is woven.

Patterns

Bullseye

Bulls eyes  involve a central point which is bound, as though poking the fabric with a finger or stick to create rings of color. Often different parts of the bulls eyes  are dyed different colors.

Stripes

Horizontal or vertical stripes are created by pleating the fabric into several small folds, causing the dye to spread laterally.

Spiral

Spiral patterns involve a swirl of fabric, bundled into a round bun often resembling a cinnamon bun or a snail's shell. Different wedges of the circular bun are dyed different colors.

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Tie Dye Videos
 

Tie Dye 101: The Basics of Making Exceptional Tie Dye
Learn how to make outstanding tie dye of your own! Wear it, hang it on your wall, sew with it, and give it away to family & friends. Throw a tie dye party, teach a camp or school art project, or even sell it. Tie dyeing is fun, and now learning is easy. True Tie Dye's Tom and Martine share their years of experience and guide you through every step in the tie-dyeing process.

Learn how to make fascinating patterns with vibrant colors that don't fade, even after repeated washings. We'll help you avoid the common pitfalls and show you how to get professional looking results every time. From beginner to pro, there's useful tips for everyone.

Advanced Tie Dye Techniques: Making Shapes and Mandalas
Advanced Tie Dye Techniques: Making Shapes and Mandalas (2005) Take your tie dye to the next level --and beyond. Get the results you want using simple, proven techniques. All without stitching or expensive tools. True Tie Dye's Tom and Martine share their insights into this wonderful art.

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