Make an Ice-Dyed Top
All levels | 8 min 20 sec
Make an Ice-Dyed Top
01:05
00:59
06:16
Taught by Lesley Ware
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Dyeing fabric with ice is like watching magic happen before your eyes. Lesley Ware, a maker and author of three books on sewing and fashion, takes you step-by-step through the fun and fascinating process of transforming a plain white T-shirt with dye. All you need are ice cubes and powdered dye to add a burst of color to your wardrobe and create interest with dynamic patterns.
Here’s what you’ll need:
  • Powder fabric dye - because we are using acid dyes, a mordant isn't necessary
  • Cotton t-shirt
  • Rubber bands
  • Plastic gloves
  • Spoon
  • Draining rack
  • Plastic pan
  • Ice cubes
Downloads:
Learn how to:
  • Upcycle an old shirt
  • Dye fabric with powder dye and ice

What you'll get:
  • Video lessons on how to ice-dye a T-shirt
  • 3 HD video lessons you can access online anytime, anywhere
  • Detailed supplies list 
  • Step-by-step expert instruction from artist Lesley Ware
  • The ability to leave comments, ask questions, and interact with other students
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Make an Ice-Dyed Top Reviews
312 users recommended this class to a friend
Nancy Gamon
For more vibrant results, soak the fabric in a soda ash solution before dyeing. Completely cover the project with ice rather than using just a few cubes. Let it sit 24 hours to get strongest color. Wear a mask when working with powdered dye and/or use in a well-ventilated area. Procion fiber reactive dye from Dharma will produce lovely results. Rit dye from the grocery store will not.
November 23, 2024
 
Belinda Bowling
I will be using this technique with my grandchildren!!
October 18, 2024
 
Druid Ludgar
Okay
More than 3 months ago