While reading one of these magazines, I came upon an article that gave instructions on tie dying shirts for the family. It walked you through step by step and had pictures of patterns that would be really cool. My original plan here was to allow each C to help me put on the rubberbands and assist in the dying process. Ummmm....well.....that was a big no-no. The dye was amazingly messy (yes, I should have thought about that waaaaay back when this sounded like a good idea) so I ended up doing most of the work. This is how it turned out:
(Please excuse the pajama bottoms and pullups-we were getting ready for bed)
Caitlin & Caroline have a rosebud pattern (turned out more like clouds or big spots, but whatever) and Christian has horizontal stripes. His took longer, clearly because I had to do 2 different colors. Even though it was extremely messy and time consuming (2 hours start to finish) I had fun with them. I may even do a few more later. There are still several patterns I've yet to try---the bullseye, crinkle, twist, and heart. Should be tons of fun!*Honestly, I think the lack of sleep this week has gotten to me---why else would I have chosen an arts & crafts project with the kids that was utter chaos and messiness?!? Someone please save me from myself!* :)
PS: This is my 400th post--can you believe it?
4 comments:
I love the shirts they are great. I am so glad that you had fun doing them even with all of the mess.
so cute!! :) I think onsies would be super cute for babies! :)
Anyways they are fun looking. I have always wanted to try that.
You did a great job! We must share a brain. Seriously!! I just tie dyed a backdrop last week and I've got the dye to do two more this week. LOL It's so much fun!
They look great (kids and the shirts)! That would be a fun summer project with the kiddos at church. Can I get a copy of the patterns from you? JoAnns has cool fabric crayons. But since you are the JoAnn's Queen you probably already know that :D You use them on paper then iron it onto a shirt. Turns out really well.
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