Tie-dyed Socks
This project is more than a fun way to spruce up a pair of plain socks or a solid-colored T-shirt. It's also a hit at many summer birthday celebrations, slumber parties and Scout gatherings.
Materials
• Plastic bowl or pan
• Nontoxic fabric dye
• White socks
• Rubber bands
• Pennies
• Rubber gloves
• Plastic spoon
Step 1:
Begin by covering the work area with newspaper. In a plastic bowl or pan, dissolve a packet of nontoxic fabric dye in hot water, according to the package directions. Add more hot water until there is enough to cover a couple of pairs of socks.
Step 2:
Dampen the white socks with clear warm water, then bundle them up in rubber bands.
Step 3:
Wearing rubber gloves, submerge the bound socks in the warm dye and stir occasionally with a plastic spoon.
Step 4:
After 20 minutes or so (the color will lighten after the fabric is rinsed and dried), run them under cool water, squeezing until the water runs clear.
Step 5:
Remove the bands (and any pennies), smooth out the socks, and rest them flat on newspaper. Let them dry overnight.
Tips:
Wash the socks separately from the rest of the laundry the first few times to prevent damage from bleeding dye.
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