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How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye

Written by Kimberly Coffin · This post may contain affiliate links · 286 Comments

Learn How to Tie-Dye Using the Ice-Dye method with Tulip Tie-Dye to Create Amazing Watercolor and Galaxy-Like Patterns on Plain Garments!

For this tutorial, I'm tie-dying a table runner and a few of t-shirts using the ice-dye method for a 4th of July celebration with my daughters! Tie Dye is a family-friendly fun summer activity that everyone will surely enjoy!

You've likely tried tie-dye before, but have you tried the ice-dye method? This is one of my favorite ways to use tie-dye to get unique patterns of colorful gradients.

How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye Sweet Red Poppy

This technique is one of my favorites, especially during the summertime, and I'm so excited to share the process and finished result. The steps are simple- all you need is a dyeable garment, powdered fabric dye, and ice.

How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye Sweet Red Poppy

I like using the ice-dying technique because the results look more organic and galaxy-like. It basically has the same effect as watercolor does on paper. This method also allows for more color variations than the normal tie-dye technique.

When using this technique, powdered fabric dye or all-purpose dye is the best for ice-dying. You can mix the dye powder with water or leave it in its powdered form. I'm going to be using Tulip Tie-Dye from my local craft store.

What Materials Can I Tie Dye?

When it comes to tie-dye, the options are truly endless! But the most important part of this process is to look for a natural base that's made primarily of cotton or Rayon fabric.

Synthetic fabrics such as polyester will have a harder time holding onto the dye and will have less vibrant-looking results.

Another thing to keep in mind is that dyeing a white base will give you the most vibrant results without altering the color of the dye. You can dye darker bases, but you won't get the same vivid results.

  • Gildan T-Shirts
  • Baseball Cap
  • Canvas Zipper Bags
  • Tote Bag
  • Bucket Hat
  • Socks
  • Canvas Shoes
  • Apron

Should I Prewash My Fabric Before Dyeing?

Yes! For the very best results, I always recommend washing your base material before applying dye. This will remove any sizing or chemical that may have been added to the material during production. The dye will absorb best on a freshly washed material.

Supplies Needed

How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye Sweet Red Poppy
  • Tulip Tie Dye Kit or Powdered Dye
  • 70-100% Cotton Material
  • Bucket of Ice
  • Metal Cooling Rack or Dish rack
  • Rubber Gloves
  • Rubber Bands
  • Plastic Tablecloth or Garbage bags
  • Storage Bin or Washtub
  • Disposable Spoons
  • Dust Mask
  • Laundry Detergent

If you're new to Tie-dyeing, I recommend grabbing a Tulip Tie-Dye Kit for the best results. Your kit will come with a variety of dye colors, rubber bands, instructions, a plastic table covering, and gloves.

I always recommend picking up a higher-quality pair of gloves than what comes with the kit. I find the tighter-fitting Rubber Gloves are much easier to work in.

Prepping the Fabric

Pre-washing your fabric will eliminate any residue on the material from the manufacturing process and help give you the best results. If you're not using Tulip Tie Dyes, you may need to pre-soak the fabric in soda ash depending on the brand you're using, but when using Tulip Tie Dye you can skip the soda ash.

Using a minimum of 80% cotton fabric will also help you get the best results.

Folding Techniques

There are many tie-dye folding techniques you can use! There's the spiral, bulls-eye, linear, etc. Feel free to use any of them for the ice method. I decided to tie-dye my garments using the linear and crumple technique. You can refer to your Tulip instructions for a variety of folding technique options.

How to Ice-Dye

Step One: Prepare the Surface for Tie Dye

The first step is to prepare your surface. Cover your surface with a tablecloth or garbage bag to prevent any dye from staining your surface.

This step is REALLY important. Just ask me how I know this. 🤣 I've stained way too many tabletops thinking I could get away without a protective layer between my project and table.

Next, grab a bin and set a rack inside. I recommend grabbing a metal or plastic rack to prevent your fabric from becoming too muddy as the ice melts. This will elevate the project so it doesn't have direct contact with the melted dye in the bottom of the pan, which gives you more vivid results.

Step Two: Fold or Scrunch Your Base Into the Desired Pattern

Fold or scrunch your material into your desired pattern. The technique below is called the crumple technique. You grab parts of the fabric and crumple it. There's no right or wrong way to scrunch your fabric. You can use an iron to help set the scrunched design into place.

You can wrap rubber bands around your fabric to secure it into place.

Or you could grab a strip of cardboard or foam piece and make a border to keep the ice in place. To make a border, tape the ends of a strip of cardboard together to form the wall, place it on the rack in your tub, and put your scrunched fabric inside.

Step Three: Add the Tie Dye to the Material

The next step is to sprinkle the dye over our material. Again, you can mix the dye in water or use it in its powdered form. I prefer using the dye dry to get the best results.

Sprinkle the colored dust onto the fabric however you want- it can be random or controlled. I just dusted the fabric by shaking the squeeze bottle.


Note: Powdered dye has different colored particles that make up the color you're using and can show up during the melting process. For example, if you are using a green dye, yellow and blue will appear.

If you don't want a variety of colors to appear, I recommend mixing the dye in water because dissolving the dye in water will turn it into a unified color, and you won't get the same effect as the melted ice mixing with the powdered. 

Step Four: Add the Ice to the Dye

After sprinkling the first layer of dye, it's time to add the ice.

Dump handfuls of ice onto your fabric until it's fully covered.

Note: Places that don't have ice will be left empty, meaning those areas will not be dyed. It can also happen if your material is tightly wrapped or crimpled.

Pro Tip: If you don't want any empty spaces, fully cover your material with ice.

Then, sprinkle more powdered dye on top of the ice randomly or in a more controlled way.

How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye Sweet Red Poppy

Step Five: Allow the Ice to Melt and Dye to Set

Let the ice melt completely. Afterward, you can wait 6-24 hours for the tie-dye to set for vibrant colors. If you want pastel colors, you can wash it immediately or wait a few hours after the ice melts.

As the ice melts, the powdered dye will mix with the water and create organic watercolor-like shapes.

I'm placing my material with ice outside since I live in a warmer climate, and then I let it completely melt.

Step Six: Rinse By Hand and Machine Wash

Hand rinse the garment to remove any excess dye with cold water until the water runs clear. It's important to use cold water during the process to avoid the colors running together. Afterward, put it through your washer and dryer.

How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye Sweet Red Poppy

Finally, put the garment through the wash and dryer separately, and now you have a beautiful ice-dyed piece of clothing!

How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye Sweet Red Poppy

Looking for more tie-dye projects?

  • Click here to learn how to tie dye in two different ways!
  • Click here to learn how to make costumes with tie dye!

Don't want to forget about this craft? Click here to save it on Pinterest!

How to Ice Dye with Tulip Tie Dye Sweet Red Poppy
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Comments

  1. Cindy Fink says

    June 29, 2023 at 11:12 pm

    This looks like a fun idea with my grandkids!

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    • Marie says

      July 23, 2023 at 2:03 am

      I think this is an easy, yet very creative project.

      Reply
  2. Cindy Fink says

    June 29, 2023 at 11:13 pm

    Looks like a great idea to do with the grandkids!

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    • Christi siebenthal says

      July 12, 2023 at 6:17 pm

      Perfect to do with my grandkids this summer

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    • Anne Marie says

      August 12, 2023 at 4:55 pm

      I also think its a great idea for the grandkids

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    • Mary Dickens says

      August 12, 2023 at 7:23 pm

      What a great idea! I need to try this method.

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  3. Shana says

    June 30, 2023 at 1:11 pm

    I love the outcome! I've tried tie dying with ice and have added this to our summer bucket list!

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  4. Briana says

    June 30, 2023 at 1:39 pm

    Gonna try this with the kiddos this weekend. Thanks Kim!

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  5. Carol says

    June 30, 2023 at 8:00 pm

    Love all the instructions. Your great

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    • Cindy S. says

      July 22, 2023 at 12:23 pm

      A nice summer project for the kids. Thanks.

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  6. Sherri McKnight says

    July 01, 2023 at 1:47 am

    Looks awesome especially in this heat.

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  7. Amy says

    July 07, 2023 at 8:52 pm

    I love tye-dyes! Thank you for sharing.

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  8. Theresa T. says

    July 07, 2023 at 10:12 pm

    I Love all your ideas.

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  9. Tom Bellamy says

    July 07, 2023 at 11:05 pm

    You have some awesome ideas!

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  10. Kimberly says

    July 08, 2023 at 1:07 am

    I paint, watercolors. I'm not gonna lie, this looks like when I use too much water and get blooms. I do that sometimes on purpose for the effect. This is neat seeing it on a shirt. I may have to do this for a shirt for when I do my plein air!

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  11. Jeff J. says

    July 08, 2023 at 2:05 am

    Great idea for a project! I haven't seen it done with ice cubes before. Good idea!

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  12. Dianna D. says

    July 08, 2023 at 3:48 am

    What a fun way to tie dye!

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  13. Kalena l says

    July 08, 2023 at 7:52 am

    Such a fun and easy craft with the kids! Thanks for sharing this. I will absolutely have to try this with my daughter.

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  14. Gail says

    July 08, 2023 at 11:34 am

    I love how the process makes such soft colors.

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  15. Chris cloer says

    July 08, 2023 at 11:38 am

    Fun

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  16. Lynn T says

    July 08, 2023 at 12:04 pm

    You make it look easy!

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    • Monique says

      August 06, 2023 at 3:00 pm

      Awesome

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  17. Brenda says

    July 08, 2023 at 12:09 pm

    This looks so fun and easy! I will definitely be trying this!

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  18. anna says

    July 08, 2023 at 12:17 pm

    interesting, I didn't know about this, it almost gives it a softer look.

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  19. Jess says

    July 08, 2023 at 12:27 pm

    So fun!

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  20. Sue Campana says

    July 08, 2023 at 12:40 pm

    I never would have thought to use powder! Beautiful!!

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  21. Alice Young says

    July 08, 2023 at 1:12 pm

    Great informative post

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  22. Jan says

    July 08, 2023 at 2:00 pm

    Love the idea. Thank you for sharing.

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  23. Heather says

    July 08, 2023 at 2:06 pm

    Cool idea. I have never seen this before. Love it!

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    • Constance Coghill says

      August 12, 2023 at 3:46 pm

      Very informative thanks!

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  24. Mayra says

    July 08, 2023 at 2:23 pm

    Very fun

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  25. Bev says

    July 08, 2023 at 2:39 pm

    Who Knew there was sooooooooo much fun to be had!

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  26. Sandy says

    July 08, 2023 at 3:02 pm

    Love to tie dye it have not tried this method. Great instructions!

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  27. Marta says

    July 08, 2023 at 3:12 pm

    What a cool effect!

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  28. susan says

    July 08, 2023 at 3:33 pm

    loving this

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  29. susan says

    July 08, 2023 at 3:33 pm

    great and easy idea

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  30. de kort says

    July 08, 2023 at 4:03 pm

    I have always loved tie die!

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  31. Kathleen B says

    July 08, 2023 at 4:16 pm

    Looks like fun

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  32. Kristy says

    July 08, 2023 at 4:50 pm

    Looks like a great summer project to do with my grandchildren!

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  33. Kaylynn says

    July 08, 2023 at 6:09 pm

    Cool way to tie-die. thanks for sharing

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  34. Susan says

    July 08, 2023 at 9:47 pm

    I have never tried the ice method before. I think it would be fun to try.

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  35. Catherine B says

    July 08, 2023 at 10:12 pm

    Looks like a very fun project!

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  36. Carolee Cucinella says

    July 08, 2023 at 10:44 pm

    I love this!

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  37. Susan Lindeman says

    July 08, 2023 at 11:42 pm

    I think I'll try this ice technique!

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  38. Michelle says

    July 08, 2023 at 11:55 pm

    These are beautiful! This looks much less messy than the traditional method. I’ll have to give it a try!

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  39. Jenifer says

    July 09, 2023 at 12:17 am

    This is a great summer project!!

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  40. Lorraine Jones says

    July 09, 2023 at 12:44 am

    Neat Idea!!! looks fun!

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  41. Sheri says

    July 09, 2023 at 1:52 am

    Wowzer- I can see how much more fun that would be than our lady's book club!!!!

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  42. Jennylyn Gross says

    July 09, 2023 at 1:54 am

    My grands would love this

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  43. Jessica Rickles says

    July 09, 2023 at 2:02 am

    My mom and I use to tie-dye shirts every summer. Now she does it with her grandkids. Totally sharing this to her!

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  44. Kaitlin says

    July 09, 2023 at 3:59 am

    Looks like fun

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  45. Sam says

    July 09, 2023 at 6:17 am

    Haven't tried the ice method

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  46. Tiffany says

    July 09, 2023 at 11:57 am

    How fun!

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  47. Jan says

    July 09, 2023 at 1:39 pm

    Can’t wait to try this!

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  48. Catherine B says

    July 09, 2023 at 2:03 pm

    Fun in the sun!

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  49. Michelle says

    July 09, 2023 at 3:07 pm

    So cool (pun definitely not intended)!

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  50. Kathleen B says

    July 09, 2023 at 6:16 pm

    My kids would love this

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  51. Vickie Lowe says

    July 09, 2023 at 6:35 pm

    Fun project to do with the grand kids!

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    • Geneva says

      July 22, 2023 at 12:37 pm

      I've always wanted to try this technique.

      Reply
  52. Ivette Chiong says

    July 09, 2023 at 7:47 pm

    Adorable kids would love this!

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  53. Samantha Walker says

    July 09, 2023 at 8:49 pm

    I need to give this a try, it’s absolutely stunning.

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  54. Elaine Lozano says

    July 10, 2023 at 1:13 am

    Love this technique!

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  55. Rita Corey says

    July 10, 2023 at 1:30 am

    I did tie dye back in the day, not saying how long ago ;). This is a new technique for me and I think I will try if only for the nostalgia.

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  56. Kmarie says

    July 10, 2023 at 3:33 am

    This looks like so much fun. I will definitely be trying this with my son!

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  57. Marilyn says

    July 10, 2023 at 3:39 am

    Never heard of ice dying, looks like fun. I do like the organic result like watercolor.

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  58. Marchese says

    July 10, 2023 at 2:08 pm

    Wow, that is so cool! I had no idea that ice dying exists and am happy to have found this article

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  59. Rita Corey says

    July 11, 2023 at 1:00 am

    Can't wait to try

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  60. Kathleen B says

    July 11, 2023 at 2:02 am

    I like the ice twist

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  61. Kmarie says

    July 11, 2023 at 2:27 am

    So simple but came out amazing!

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  62. Katy says

    July 11, 2023 at 1:03 pm

    Looks like fun!

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  63. Ashley says

    July 11, 2023 at 11:01 pm

    So fun! Love this idea.

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  64. Kathleen B says

    July 12, 2023 at 3:36 am

    I will have to try this

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  65. Rebecca Zoll says

    July 12, 2023 at 1:12 pm

    That looks so cool. I need to try this!

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  66. Kathleen B says

    July 13, 2023 at 3:58 am

    Something to try with the kids

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  67. Kmarie says

    July 14, 2023 at 3:02 am

    So much easier than typical tie dye

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  68. Kathleen B says

    July 14, 2023 at 11:45 pm

    Love the outcom

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  69. Joy Gifford says

    July 15, 2023 at 3:09 am

    Love the ice method will definitely be trying.!!

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  70. Elaine Lozano says

    July 15, 2023 at 12:17 pm

    Cool summertime project

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  71. Kathleen B says

    July 15, 2023 at 3:32 pm

    Looking forward to trying this

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  72. Kathleen B says

    July 16, 2023 at 2:47 pm

    Love the end result

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  73. Dawn Curtis says

    July 16, 2023 at 5:02 pm

    I will have to try this!

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  74. TeAuna D. says

    July 17, 2023 at 6:11 pm

    Soo cute!! Love tie dye!

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  75. Kathleen B says

    July 17, 2023 at 6:26 pm

    Too cute

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  76. Tracie Rogers says

    July 17, 2023 at 8:07 pm

    Such a cool idea. I have done regular tie-dye but not this way.

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  77. Maritess S says

    July 18, 2023 at 12:19 am

    Thanks. very informative and will have to try.

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    • Renee says

      August 12, 2023 at 2:30 pm

      Always enjoy your crafts! Loved the pj pants!

      Reply
  78. Liz says

    July 18, 2023 at 5:08 am

    So pretty

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  79. Kathleen B says

    July 18, 2023 at 4:52 pm

    Love the effect of adding the ice

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  80. Cecie Haxton says

    July 18, 2023 at 10:54 pm

    I’ve never seen this technique before. It looks like a lot of fun! I wonder how matching socks would look.

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  81. Amy says

    July 19, 2023 at 10:00 am

    Love to tie dye and this looks like fun!

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  82. Sharon says

    July 19, 2023 at 2:00 pm

    fun project

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  83. Catherine B says

    July 19, 2023 at 2:26 pm

    A great project for children to participate in. Would also be good for summer camp projects!

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  84. Kathleen B says

    July 19, 2023 at 3:34 pm

    Love the coordinating shirts and outfits

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  85. Elaine Lozano says

    July 20, 2023 at 1:21 am

    will have to give this one a try

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  86. C Prottsman says

    July 20, 2023 at 1:31 am

    This looks like fun!

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  87. Jamie says

    July 20, 2023 at 1:59 pm

    I would love to try this! School colors maybe?!

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  88. Kathleen B says

    July 21, 2023 at 2:35 am

    Cool idea

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  89. Julie says

    July 21, 2023 at 4:30 pm

    Looks like fun!

    Reply
  90. Rita Corey says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:02 am

    Different than the tie-dye I did in 1970s but I think I like this better. When I was young I loved the bright, neon colors but not so much now that I'm old 🙂

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  91. Sheri says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:17 pm

    What a fun idea!

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  92. Tanya says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:19 pm

    Thank you for sharing this.

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  93. Susan says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:24 pm

    Looks like fun.

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  94. Oneis says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:26 pm

    Nice!

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  95. Jan Stenberg says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:28 pm

    Love this. It looks easy and the results are outstanding.

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    • Athena Shank says

      August 08, 2023 at 9:34 am

      Looks like alot of fun,definitely need to do this with my kid.

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  96. Kristi says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:39 pm

    Such a neat technique. Loving the results!

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  97. Beth Carmichael says

    July 22, 2023 at 12:52 pm

    This would be a fun project to make with my son! He is my crafting buddy.

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  98. Anne L. Rightler says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:03 pm

    Looks like a fun project

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  99. Bill Webb says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:07 pm

    First time I'm seeing/reading the ice trick, really cool. Kid's will love this..

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  100. Vicky S says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:10 pm

    This looks like a fun project to do with my grandkids

    Reply
    • Vicky says

      July 22, 2023 at 1:15 pm

      Fun idea can’t wait to try it

      Reply
  101. Nancy says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:12 pm

    Lots of great ideas!!

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  102. Chris says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:18 pm

    How cool!! Looks like a fun and neat project!! Can't wait to try that and make some fun shirts!!

    Reply
  103. Rhonda says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:19 pm

    I love how that looks! I might give it a try for a galaxy skirt!

    Reply
  104. Tori says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:19 pm

    I tried this and my shirt came out great. It was fun and easy to di

    Reply
  105. Sandra says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:22 pm

    This looks like so much fun and the results are amazing.

    Reply
  106. Tonia says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:23 pm

    Great activity to do with the grands!

    Reply
  107. Vicky says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:31 pm

    Really fun!

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  108. Barb says

    July 22, 2023 at 1:37 pm

    Very interesting concept. I didn't know something like this existed.

    Reply
  109. Helen J Roberts says

    July 22, 2023 at 2:14 pm

    This looks great! Going to try it on white bath towels to make pool towels for the kids.

    Reply
  110. Catherine B says

    July 22, 2023 at 2:14 pm

    Love the shirts!

    Reply
  111. Cathie Hanson says

    July 22, 2023 at 2:15 pm

    Thank you for the great tutorial! My grand daughter will be her next week and she would love doing this together.

    Reply
  112. D says

    July 22, 2023 at 2:18 pm

    Great help!

    Reply
  113. Jess says

    July 22, 2023 at 2:25 pm

    Such a fun idea! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  114. Tom Bellamy says

    July 22, 2023 at 2:35 pm

    Great idea!

    Reply
  115. Sheila Ciechoski says

    July 22, 2023 at 2:52 pm

    I am going to do this with my Granddaughters!

    Reply
  116. Lacey Jurke says

    July 22, 2023 at 3:16 pm

    Can't wait to try this!

    Reply
  117. Morgan Aldy says

    July 22, 2023 at 3:38 pm

    Ice dying is so fun!

    Reply
  118. Phyllis Huebbe says

    July 22, 2023 at 4:08 pm

    My granddaughters would love this project!

    Reply
  119. Esmeralda Duran says

    July 22, 2023 at 4:34 pm

    Wow you really are amazing and the ultimate crafty wizard. I would will tie this with my niece for a fun summer project. I love how you explain it things, you make it look easy.

    Reply
  120. Ericka La Tour says

    July 22, 2023 at 4:53 pm

    Tie dye is back!! This is so cool!

    Reply
  121. Lauretta says

    July 22, 2023 at 5:20 pm

    A great project to do with the kids.

    Reply
  122. Claire Cohen says

    July 22, 2023 at 5:56 pm

    Thank you for the step by step detailed photos, I am such a visual learner!

    Reply
  123. Jenifer says

    July 22, 2023 at 6:42 pm

    Love this idea!

    Reply
  124. Karen says

    July 22, 2023 at 6:55 pm

    You always come up with amazing projects, and the instructions are very understandable. Thank you.

    Reply
  125. Terry K says

    July 22, 2023 at 8:22 pm

    Really want to try this! I run a camo for kids and this would be a great project!
    Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  126. Kathleen Blom says

    July 22, 2023 at 8:42 pm

    I never would have thought to add ice

    Reply
  127. Amy says

    July 22, 2023 at 8:46 pm

    What a great summer project!

    Reply
  128. kathy says

    July 22, 2023 at 8:51 pm

    What a great idea to do with kids! I am going to do it with my goddaughter.

    Reply
  129. Daphne says

    July 22, 2023 at 9:09 pm

    Great tutorial! This is something I have been wanting to try and can now.

    Reply
  130. Maggie says

    July 22, 2023 at 10:18 pm

    Fun!

    Reply
  131. Michael Robles says

    July 23, 2023 at 12:07 am

    Super cool method!

    Reply
  132. Maddie says

    July 23, 2023 at 3:43 am

    How fun!

    Reply
  133. Diane R says

    July 23, 2023 at 4:26 am

    Ice dyeing gave me pastel colors on my shirts. I like more vibrant colors.

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  134. Taryn says

    July 23, 2023 at 5:40 am

    I really want to try this.

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  135. Cathy says

    July 23, 2023 at 1:37 pm

    I have never heard of Ice Dying before ... looks a lot easier than most methods I have seen!!

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  136. Phyllis Huebbe says

    July 23, 2023 at 3:08 pm

    I haven't tried tie dying in years but this looks fun!

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  137. Barbara says

    July 23, 2023 at 8:25 pm

    Looks fun and easy.

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  138. Kathleen B says

    July 23, 2023 at 11:01 pm

    Curious how it would work with the colours more mixed together.

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  139. Maureen Clark says

    July 24, 2023 at 12:13 am

    i love tie dye! thanks for the instruction!

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  140. Elisabeth Lenzi says

    July 24, 2023 at 2:30 am

    I had no idea ice dying was a thing!!

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  141. Colleen Latimer says

    July 24, 2023 at 4:01 am

    Fun project

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  142. dena says

    July 24, 2023 at 4:56 am

    I love tie dye on anything. Grew up with that style1 Great job, making everything so cute. And fun to do!

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  143. Mary Strange says

    July 24, 2023 at 6:50 am

    This is on my bucket list to do with my grandbabies as soon as they get a bit older!

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  144. Tamara Dougherty says

    July 24, 2023 at 7:34 am

    Never knew you could use ice for dying! How cool!

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  145. EDELGARD says

    July 24, 2023 at 1:36 pm

    Great idea for a project! I haven't seen it done with ice cubes before.

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  146. Catherine B says

    July 24, 2023 at 2:07 pm

    Love how these shirts turned out!

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  147. Linda Janet Shapiro says

    July 24, 2023 at 2:41 pm

    Great project for a hot day!

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  148. Denise says

    July 24, 2023 at 4:08 pm

    Love this!!!

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  149. Valerie says

    July 24, 2023 at 6:47 pm

    Looks like a fun summer project.

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  150. colleen latimer says

    July 24, 2023 at 7:53 pm

    what a fun project

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  151. Phyllis Huebbe says

    July 24, 2023 at 9:44 pm

    Great idea if you have kids!

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  152. Liz Minx says

    July 24, 2023 at 9:46 pm

    I've never heard of ice dying before. It looks pretty neat. I'll have to try it

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  153. Kathleen B says

    July 24, 2023 at 10:54 pm

    Great summer project

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  154. Gloria says

    July 24, 2023 at 11:15 pm

    You are a nicer mom than I was...messy things were off the table...LOL...you have so much fun with your girls...I bet they had a blast!

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  155. Ericka La Tour says

    July 25, 2023 at 3:55 am

    Fun!

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  156. Ericka La Tour says

    July 25, 2023 at 3:55 am

    I love this!

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  157. Phyllis Huebbe says

    July 25, 2023 at 4:01 pm

    After reading your blog I tried this method, loved it!

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  158. Lorena z says

    July 25, 2023 at 5:46 pm

    Great summer idea. I’ve never tie dyed but seems like a nice project to do with my daughter.

    Reply
  159. Katie lee says

    July 25, 2023 at 6:36 pm

    This is truly awesome. Thanks for the tips.

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  160. Andi says

    July 25, 2023 at 6:59 pm

    So much fun! Thank you for this step-by-step, it is very helpful!

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  161. Krista says

    July 25, 2023 at 9:04 pm

    The grandkids did this at school year end and haven't stopped talking about it. They turned out great. We will have to give it a go next time they are here.

    Reply
  162. Laura Comans says

    July 26, 2023 at 12:18 am

    We used to do this years ago and have forgotten all about it! I’ll have to try this with my grandchildren! Thank you!

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  163. Susan says

    July 26, 2023 at 12:30 am

    This is something I would like to try. Thanks for the information.

    Reply
  164. Kathleen B says

    July 26, 2023 at 3:58 am

    Very cool

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  165. Rashawnda says

    July 26, 2023 at 12:30 pm

    You make it look so easy!

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  166. Phyllis Huebbe says

    July 26, 2023 at 2:04 pm

    I can't wait to try something for Christmas with this method.

    Reply
  167. Kathleen B says

    July 26, 2023 at 7:41 pm

    Definitely something to try

    Reply
  168. Dan says

    July 26, 2023 at 11:34 pm

    Going to try this

    Reply
  169. Dee says

    July 27, 2023 at 5:39 am

    Such a great and fun craft!

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  170. Shawna says

    July 27, 2023 at 10:16 am

    Looks like a fun project to do with the grandkids!!!

    Reply
  171. Joy Gifford says

    July 27, 2023 at 3:12 pm

    My granddaughter loves anything tye dyed will have to try this with her, a cute shirt for her and some quality time and memories for both of us, Thank you!

    Reply
  172. Phyllis Huebbe says

    July 27, 2023 at 4:19 pm

    Love this idea!

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  173. Kathleen B says

    July 27, 2023 at 11:42 pm

    Curious what it would look like with three colors

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  174. adam charpentier says

    July 28, 2023 at 4:08 am

    gonna have to try this with my niece and grandkids

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  175. Andi says

    July 28, 2023 at 3:17 pm

    Wow!

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  176. Kathleen B says

    July 28, 2023 at 7:46 pm

    Great project for the family

    Reply
  177. Sharon Aurora says

    July 28, 2023 at 11:28 pm

    Looks like a fun activity to do with kids.

    Reply
  178. Bob Lozano says

    July 29, 2023 at 1:34 am

    Gotta try this!

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  179. Maritess S says

    July 29, 2023 at 4:30 pm

    Very fun idea . . . love it.

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  180. Linda S. says

    July 29, 2023 at 8:04 pm

    Literally cool!!

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  181. Kathleen B says

    July 29, 2023 at 11:16 pm

    Great project to do with kids

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  182. Kathleen B says

    July 31, 2023 at 10:45 pm

    Have got to try this

    Reply
  183. Fran says

    August 01, 2023 at 2:17 pm

    Looks like this would be so much fun! Thank you.

    Reply
  184. Elspeth says

    August 01, 2023 at 3:23 pm

    I can’t wait to try this! My kiddos have been going stir crazy this summer.

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  185. Phyllis Huebbe says

    August 01, 2023 at 3:25 pm

    Glad to see you finally got your site fixed! I love this project!

    Reply
  186. Maritess S says

    August 01, 2023 at 3:30 pm

    very cute and fun to do.

    Reply
  187. Kathleen B says

    August 01, 2023 at 3:42 pm

    I wonder what it would look like with the colours more mixed

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  188. Jack Gregory says

    August 01, 2023 at 4:33 pm

    Looks like a great idea for the summer!

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  189. Elizabeth says

    August 01, 2023 at 5:53 pm

    Love this idea! Sooo cute!

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  190. Darlene rank says

    August 01, 2023 at 6:48 pm

    This looks like a fun activity to do with the kiddos. I can't wait to try it with our 2 boys. We need more activities to do as we are homeschooling for now on starting this year. Thank you for putting this together so others can try too.

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  191. Heather Eleo says

    August 06, 2023 at 12:03 pm

    Love this! This looks like so much fun,my nieces would love it!

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  192. Mama says says

    August 06, 2023 at 12:35 pm

    What a cute project!

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  193. Nicole Watson says

    August 07, 2023 at 1:29 am

    That glowforge machine is awesome and amazing ❤️

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  194. RICHARD SKUSE says

    August 07, 2023 at 1:56 am

    good info

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  195. Anita L says

    August 07, 2023 at 9:47 am

    This sounds like a fun activity for the grand kids!

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  196. Mari says

    August 07, 2023 at 12:45 pm

    Fun to try

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  197. Colleen Debs says

    August 07, 2023 at 2:08 pm

    So cool

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  198. Nicole Watson says

    August 07, 2023 at 3:59 pm

    This looks like so much fun

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  199. Nahomi Bench says

    August 07, 2023 at 4:39 pm

    My kids would love this!

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  200. wendy hutton says

    August 07, 2023 at 4:48 pm

    wow I love this, looks pretty easy to do and the results are so nice

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  201. Shannon Hendee says

    August 07, 2023 at 9:29 pm

    So fun!

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  202. CAROL COLE says

    August 07, 2023 at 9:48 pm

    Very Interesting

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  203. Dana Beeman says

    August 07, 2023 at 10:17 pm

    TY for sharing. This is v cool and I'm going to try it with my nephews.

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  204. Wade M says

    August 07, 2023 at 10:50 pm

    Looks like so much fun!

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  205. Kathy Fronk says

    August 08, 2023 at 3:44 am

    I have never thought to use ice.

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  206. Danny says

    August 08, 2023 at 6:51 am

    I'm glad u spend such quality time with ur kids!

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  207. Betty S says

    August 08, 2023 at 2:48 pm

    Going to do this with my granddaughters looks like so much fun

    Reply
  208. Julie J says

    August 08, 2023 at 3:27 pm

    Used to tie dye as a child. Will definitely share with my grandchildren

    Reply
  209. kathie hoehn says

    August 08, 2023 at 3:51 pm

    This looks like a fun activity!

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  210. vkelly says

    August 08, 2023 at 4:00 pm

    Looks fun

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  211. Mindy says

    August 08, 2023 at 4:26 pm

    This is a neat idea !

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  212. Emes says

    August 08, 2023 at 4:47 pm

    Neat technique!
    This would be a fun project to do with nephews!

    Reply
  213. Danny says

    August 09, 2023 at 3:02 am

    I was looking for something for kids (niece)

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  214. Frank Stuart says

    August 09, 2023 at 6:07 am

    I've heard about this method but never tried it. Guess I'll have to give it a go!

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  215. DeAnna Ball says

    August 09, 2023 at 2:58 pm

    This would be so fun with the kids. Need to make thr list of supplies I need. End of summer fun.

    Reply
  216. Wanda B says

    August 09, 2023 at 8:16 pm

    This fascinates me! I would love to try this with my grandsons.

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  217. Wolfbane says

    August 09, 2023 at 8:20 pm

    Very clear and easy to follow!

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  218. David Smith says

    August 10, 2023 at 1:12 am

    Very interesting. You make this look so easy and fun.

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  219. Nicole Watson says

    August 10, 2023 at 2:01 am

    Awesome ideas for the grandbabies

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  220. Anita L says

    August 10, 2023 at 9:39 am

    Looks easy to do and lots of fun!

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  221. Julie Mulzer says

    August 10, 2023 at 12:30 pm

    I wouldn’t want the results to be so light. Is there a way to make it brighter?

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  222. Vickie Gallo says

    August 10, 2023 at 3:51 pm

    This looks like so much fun with my grands!

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  223. Jodi Bouier says

    August 10, 2023 at 3:58 pm

    I always love coming to your site to see the How To video's you post. Your a busy lady thats for sure. I'm dusting off my sewing machine and headed back sewing again. Thank you for the MOTIVATION!!!
    The advertising on the page is over kill making it too hard to get to the comment section!! Just a heads up.

    Reply
  224. Anita Duvall says

    August 10, 2023 at 4:11 pm

    What fun!! I would love to do this again!!

    Reply
  225. Hannah G says

    August 10, 2023 at 8:55 pm

    My kids would love doing this with me!

    Reply
  226. Melissa Griffin says

    August 10, 2023 at 9:38 pm

    This looks so fun!

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  227. Jesse says

    August 11, 2023 at 1:47 am

    Love this a lot because the coloring is more subtle than with traditional tie-dye.

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  228. Melissa Shirley says

    August 11, 2023 at 1:50 am

    That looks fun!!

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  229. Patty Bersch says

    August 11, 2023 at 4:30 am

    Looks like such a fun project.

    Reply
  230. Stephanie Stewart says

    August 11, 2023 at 7:38 am

    This is so cool

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  231. Andrea Hickey says

    August 11, 2023 at 1:31 pm

    Fun project to do with kids and looks so cool!

    Reply
  232. Jack Keller says

    August 11, 2023 at 2:05 pm

    Wow! I did not know how to do this! Thanks!

    Reply
  233. Joy Chadwick says

    August 11, 2023 at 7:05 pm

    I cant wait to give this a try with my grandkids!!!

    Reply
  234. Claudette says

    August 11, 2023 at 8:50 pm

    I'm definitely doing this with my kids! They will enjoy it!

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  235. jessica says

    August 11, 2023 at 9:12 pm

    my grandkids would love this ty

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  236. Paula s says

    August 12, 2023 at 5:56 am

    Going to do with my granddaughter. Thanks

    Reply
  237. Becky says

    August 12, 2023 at 11:35 am

    Been wanting to try this, great tutorial

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  238. Cathy says

    August 12, 2023 at 11:40 am

    Less mess with beautiful results! What a great technique!

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  239. rosalyn duvall says

    August 12, 2023 at 11:48 am

    This is amazing! Thank you for sharing!

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  240. Alice says

    August 12, 2023 at 12:02 pm

    What a fun way to dye many things!! Can't wait to try it!

    Reply
  241. Cathyann says

    August 12, 2023 at 12:28 pm

    I've never tried to tie die before because it seemed too difficult and messy. This blog makes it look so much fun. Maybe I'll try this with my grandchildren.

    Reply
  242. Jenny Williams says

    August 12, 2023 at 12:50 pm

    This looks really fun!

    Reply
  243. Sarah K says

    August 12, 2023 at 12:51 pm

    My niece would love this!

    Reply
  244. wen budro says

    August 12, 2023 at 12:53 pm

    I've never heard of this method before. It looks very fun and cool.

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  245. Paula says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:08 pm

    This is great! My daughter is obsessed with everything tye dye. We will be trying this soon I am sure.

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  246. Tom Bellamy says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:21 pm

    Very nice!

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  247. Karla says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:23 pm

    What a fun activity! Love the tips included.

    Reply
  248. Bill Webb says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:38 pm

    AWESOME fun for the whole family.

    Reply
  249. Jack Keller says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:39 pm

    Ice dye? I never knew!

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  250. Amanda says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:41 pm

    This is cool and so different! Love it!

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  251. Tammy Jewell says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:42 pm

    I've never tried to tie dye before because I've always thought it seemed too messy. I may try this. I need a new tied dye shirt for Tie Dye Day at school. Thanks for sharing this!!

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  252. Gershona says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:43 pm

    What a great idea to do with children of all ages.

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  253. Lucie says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:48 pm

    Beautiful result ! I like it and perhaps I will try with my grandchildren when they will be older. Thank you

    Reply
  254. Mary says

    August 12, 2023 at 1:59 pm

    The grandkids are going to love this!

    Reply
  255. Jinger says

    August 12, 2023 at 2:12 pm

    What a fun summer craft!

    Reply
  256. Julie Schoonover says

    August 12, 2023 at 2:14 pm

    My grandchildren would find this fun!! Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
  257. Jen says

    August 12, 2023 at 2:39 pm

    what a great idea!

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  258. Jenifer says

    August 12, 2023 at 3:01 pm

    I love this idea!

    Reply
  259. Cecie Haxton says

    August 12, 2023 at 3:04 pm

    Love this technique and the shirts!

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  260. Michelle says

    August 12, 2023 at 3:05 pm

    I had never heard of ice dyeing before this. I liked it. I will have to give it a try.

    Reply
  261. Jodi Hunter says

    August 12, 2023 at 3:40 pm

    We so love doing things like this.

    Reply
  262. Laurie Black says

    August 12, 2023 at 3:42 pm

    Looks like fun!

    Reply
  263. Sally Long says

    August 12, 2023 at 3:45 pm

    I've never seen this technique before, but I really love the results! Thank you!

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  264. Heather Williamson says

    August 12, 2023 at 3:47 pm

    Love this

    Reply
  265. Sevin says

    August 12, 2023 at 4:15 pm

    This looks like a lot of fun! I can probably do it with my nieces and nephews.

    Reply
  266. Linda S. says

    August 12, 2023 at 4:16 pm

    So cool, literally and figuratively!

    Reply
  267. Erin says

    August 12, 2023 at 5:07 pm

    Tried this and loved it. Thanks!

    Reply
  268. Ruth Pearman says

    August 12, 2023 at 6:06 pm

    Looks so cool

    Reply
  269. Ruth Pearman says

    August 12, 2023 at 6:06 pm

    Looks so very cool

    Reply
  270. Maryjane Lovell says

    August 12, 2023 at 6:12 pm

    This is really neat! I thought you had to use hot water to dye like this. Thanks for the video and tips!

    Reply
  271. Debra Williams says

    August 12, 2023 at 6:55 pm

    I've always wanted to try this!

    Reply
  272. Katie says

    August 12, 2023 at 7:19 pm

    I love the way it turned out. I need to tie dye all of my daughter's white clothing it always ends up stained by the first wear.

    Reply
  273. June says

    August 12, 2023 at 8:11 pm

    Never heard of Ice dying. Looks cool

    Reply
  274. June says

    August 12, 2023 at 8:12 pm

    awesome

    Reply
  275. Polly Locklin says

    August 12, 2023 at 8:12 pm

    My granddaughters love to craft with Nana. And they love to do tie dye. We are definitely going to try this method.

    Reply

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