Tie-Dyed Hobo Sling Bag

Step 2:

-Wrap rubber bands around pleated bag every 3”.
(The tighter the bands are wrapped, the more white area there will be.)

Step 3:

-Soak wrapped bag in warm water. Squeeze out excess water. Set aside.

Step 4:

Preparing Rit Dye:

-Heat water in the microwave to be sure it is very hot, at least 140º
F.
-Wearing rubber gloves, measure and mix dye. Stir well.

-Choose one color for the bag or make all three!
½ cup Purple Liquid Dye with 2 cups hot water
½ cup Apple Green Liquid Dye with 2 cups hot water
½ cup Sunshine Orange Liquid Dye with 2 cups hot water

-Place wet bag in shallow dish and pour dye over bag. Push down on bag with spoon or rubber gloves to be sure dye penetrates fabric.

-Cover dish with plastic wrap. Line bottom of microwave with paper towels.

-Place plastic-wrapped dish with bag in microwave and set on High for 2 minutes. Wear rubber gloves or use a pot holder to remove from microwave. Remove plastic wrap. Allow fabric and wrap to cool.

-Remove rubber bands. Rinse bag under cool running water until water runs clear. Then wash with warm water and detergent; rinse and dry.