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Braided, Wrapped, and Knotted Tie Dye T-Shirt Headbands

"Tie dying shirts is fun, but making them into headbands is even more of a blast! I'll show you how to do it with this easy to follow tutorial!"
Project TypeMake a Project
Time to CompleteIn an evening
Sewn byMachine
Materials List
- Tie Dye Kit
- White T Shirt
- Scissors
- Sewing Machine
Instructions
How to Create Your Headband:
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Once you have chosen your pattern, fold and bundle accordingly, apply tie-dye according to package directions, and wrap in plastic wrap to keep moist. For the most vibrant colors allow to set for 6-8 hours. If you want to produce more pastel colors only let set for 30 minutes or so.
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Once the dye is set to your desired intensity, unwrap, remove rubber bands, rinse off the remaining dye, and toss t-shirt(s) alone in a hot washer with minimal soap. Dry normally and you’re done!
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Cut your fabric into nine 1/2-inch strips, long enough to wrap around your head. Create three braids.
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Connect the ends of each braid individually by own running them through your sewing machine.
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Once each braid is connect separately, line up each braid and run through the sewing machine again, attaching them to each other. You’re done!
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AFC Editor Annalis a
Apr 22, 2016
I love the colors and multiple layers of this! Definitely something that will get you a lot of compliments.

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