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How to Make a Rosette Knot for Tie-Dyeing

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Make a Rosette Knot for Tie-Dyeing

This is one of the most popular ties for dying. The rosette, when done properly, will create a sunburst effect. Use many colors for vivid results.

Things You'll Need

  • Dyes
  • 100-percent Cotton Or Silk Fabrics
  • Clothesline
  • Clothespins
  • Salt
  • Rubber Gloves
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Stockpots
  • Rubber Bands
  • String
  • T-shirts
  • Rubber bands
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Instructions

    • 1

      Start in the center of the fabric.

    • 2

      Poke your finger up from underneath and gather the fabric at the base of your finger.

    • 3

      Pull your finger out while holding the fabric.

    • 4

      Wrap a string or rubber band tightly around the section you are holding, about 4 or 5 inches from the end.

    • 5

      Add more ties at 4- to 6-inch intervals until you run out of fabric.

Tips & Warnings

  • Put dye into the ties with a dropper or squeeze bottle right before the final dye wash.

  • Make the intervals closer for a more erratic effect.

  • Experiment with different widths of rubber bands.

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