I seem to always need to make projects more challenging than they need to be so when I found an idea to color eggs with silk ties I was up to the challenge. Who wants dye tablets and vinegar, right?!?!
Check out this tutorial here:
Tie Dyed Eggs
I am pretty happy with how they turned out for the first try. I will be trying again soon and searching for more cheap ties too!:)
Although I don't think Will-zilla would be much help with sitting at the table and waiting for the colors to work he was thrilled to help...um...steal my ties!
When you get your ties back...here's what to do:
1. Find some 100% silk fabric and cut to size to cover the egg tightly.
2. Cover a fresh egg tighly with the fabric, trying your best to cover all of the surface. As the fabric overlaps or creases it may add swirls to the design and add to the character of your finished egg.
3. Tie with a twist tie or string.
4. Wrap again with plain cloth. I used a knit tee and tied with a string. This helps to hold the dye close to the egg.
5. Boil for 20 minutes in a pot of water with 1/4 cup white vinegar.
6. Cool then reveal!
The navy blue was my favorite of the three. The red one was textured already so it added to the uniqueness of the transfer. I was slightly disappointed in the paleness of the green but I do think it fits into pastel Easter motifs!:) So....I will be trying again this week after 1. Finding great steals on brightly patterned ties (remember 100% silk) and 2. concentrating more on the wrapping for the best outcome.
On a side-note, the same day I dyed these eggs my Nana sent me a magazine clipping on this VERY project! Great minds think alike!
Let me know if you try it too!
Love,
Andrea
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