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Tie Dye Painting

Easily create a unique, tie dye masterpiece with Crayola Acrylic Paint and clear plastic wrap. This less-mess project is perfect for all ages!

Ages: 4 and up, 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up, Adult

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Plastic Wrap
  • Twine or Ribbon
  • Wood Plaque

Steps

  • Step 1

    Choose a few colors of Crayola Acrylic Paint that may express your mood, your personality, or just a few fun colors that you'd like to display.

  • Step 2

    Pour drops of paint all over a wood slab or canvas. Experiment with patterns like rainbow, ombre, or a unique design that is all your own!

  • Step 3

    Gently place cellophane wrap over the surface. You may need multiple sheets to cover the entire area depending on the size of the surface, but be sure to overlap each layer to ensure there are no gaps.

  • Step 4

    Rub the paint around to blend. For added tie dye effects, twist the cellophane in different areas around the board. When satisfied with the design, let the paint dry overnight with the cellophane on.

  • Step 5

    Once dried, carefully peel the cellophane off the board to reveal the texture left behind.

  • Step 6

    Slowly wrap the edges of the board with twine to create a border for your beautiful design and tie off the two ends of the twine on the back of the board. If needed, secure with a piece of tape or a small dab of glue.

  • Step 7

    Display or give your piece of art as a gift!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

Use your imagination and have fun making your craft as creative as you are—there’s no wrong way to do it!

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