How can I tie dye wood for a small project?

Question

All the options I see for 'tie-dying' wood only make sense to me if you're doing a large project.  I have a few VERY small things which I would like to give that effect without having to use a whole package of dye.  Any ideas?

Haysha S. · Answer

Have you ever heard of Unicorn Spit? It's a great product to give a tie dyed look to wood. Check out this project - http://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/furniture/from-weathered-to-coastal-patio-table-9502308

B.C. Smith-Ashmall · Answer

I have, and it's really cool and since it is liquid I could use small amounts (rather than mixing up a large batch) for small projects. But it ain't cheap and I haven't been ready to make the investment yet.

Janet Pizaro · Answer

You can use craft paint by Tulip for the dying which is less expensive.

Johnchip · Answer

For the 'tie-dye' effect you need to have a 'bleed' of the colors, so if you saturate the wood first, the color will spread more. Maybe try to wet the wood, then use a tiny drops of dilluted food coloring.

B.C. Smith-Ashmall · Answer

Great idea! I'm gonna try that. Thanks! (I'll post how it comes out)

Marie Bailey · Answer

How do I start the tie die with blue black gray white for atoy box

Daniel P Wix,Jr · Answer

I have a wood sign that I made for my daughter and I carved out the words ( welcome to our home ) on one end of the board and in the middle carved out a peaceful sign and at the other end the words ( Wild hearts peace and love Live Here and I want to do a tie dye look with acrylic paint but I only want the color in the carved out sections.how would I go about doing this please give me some suggestions

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