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Tie Dye Flowers

This candy-colored Tie Dye Flowers Craft will brighten anyone’s day! Use Crayola Markers, a Crayola Paint Brush, coffee filters, and more.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, Adult

Supplies/Tools Directions Staff Tips

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! ...

  • Paint Brushes
  • Chenille Stems
  • Coffee Filter(s)
  • Disposable Cup
  • Glass Jar
  • Paper Towels
  • Water

Steps

  • Step 1

    Place a coffee filter on top of a paper towel. Then, color the coffee filter with Crayola markers.

  • Step 2

    Dip a paint brush in water, then lightly dab the coffee filter with a paint brush to create a wicking tie-dye effect. Dry 1-2 hours.

  • Step 3

    Trim the paper towel to be the same size as the painted coffee filter.

  • Step 4

    Place the paper towel on top of the filter. Fold in half twice. Twist the bottom to make a flower shape.

  • Step 5

    Wrap the end of the flower with a chenille stem.

  • Step 6

    Repeat steps 1-4 to create additional coffee filter flowers.

  • Step 7

    Bunch flowers together and wrap chenille stem around flower stems to create a bouquet.

  • Step 8

    Place the bouquet in an upcycled jar or vase and display it as a centerpiece on your table.

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CIY Staff Tips

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