How to make a tie-dye shirt

By: Sadie Raddatz

Want a tie-dye shirt, but also want something fresh? Stripes are edgy and something that can be worn with anything. Striped tie-dye shirts are going to be the next new thing. All the "cool kids" will be wearing them.

Materials:
- 1 can of Simply Spray Paint
- White cotton t-shirt
- Rubber bands
- Newspaper
- Plastic or latex gloves

Instructions:
1. Cover your work area with newspaper to avoid excess spray and making a mess.
2. Lay your freshly washed and dried t-shirt on top of the newspaper.
3. Starting at the bottom, fold your t-shirt like an accordion, back and forth in a zig-zag.
4. Tie the ends together with a rubber band.  
5. Put on gloves.
6. Grab your paint and spray a piece of scrap paper. Continue holding onto the trigger and spray the front, back, top and bottom folds.
7. Remove the rubber bands, flatten the shirt, and let it dry.

Seven easy steps for your next favorite t-shirt. This is something you can do with younger kids or even a group of friends. Wear the shirts going on a field trip or visiting some family outing and stand out in a crowd!