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tie dye - help needed!

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doglover · 08/08/2006 17:06

I'd like to try some tie dye activities at school with my class in September but am not quite sure how to start! Have any of you attempted this? What products could you recommend? Any tips at all would be great. Thanks so much.

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mumatuks · 08/08/2006 17:27

Hi, I've done tie dye a few times with children and they loved it. You'll need a tonne of rubber bands, dylon dye and regular salt, a big bowl and enough cling film to cover it for each use.(woolies sell the dye). In the packets of dye you have the instructions so don't worry. I have always used the microwave, it works really well, and have never had anything run so to speak. The kids love using the microwave as the results are instant.. however I'm not sure about using one in the classroom, I guess it'll breach some health and safety rule. I'd buy a pack of dye or try the website try here and go from there. HTH!

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doglover · 08/08/2006 17:55

This is great! Thanks so much for the practical advice, Mumatuks.

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doglover · 08/08/2006 18:08

Just visited the Dylon website and have printed off some of the teachers notes.......FANTASTIC! I'll be brave and give it a go!!!!

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doglover · 10/08/2006 21:49

Bought the products needed from the Dylon range today and will have a go this weekend with my 2 dds. I'm sure they will love it and I can practice prior to doing it with my class in September!