tie-dyeing
noun
tie-dye·ing
ˈtī-ˌdī-iŋ 
: a hand method of producing patterns in textiles by tying portions of the fabric or yarn so that they will not absorb the dye
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The original designs were created using various indigo dyeing techniques, such as stencil dyeing, discharge dyeing, and tie-dyeing.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 May 2025
Art Party: For this, think DIY crafts, tie-dyeing, jewelry making, simple sewing projects, or decorating tote bags.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 13 Mar. 2025
The Kutch district is renowned for techniques in tie-dyeing, embroidery, quilt making and carpet weaving.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024
Located near Orlando-area theme parks like Universal Orlando and Disney World, Encore Resort has a water park, kids' club, restaurants and bars, and fun activities the whole family will enjoy, including trivia, tie-dyeing, crafts, and more.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2024
On weekdays, kids can do cool craft projects, like making kites and tie-dyeing shirts, for a small additional price.
—Karen Cicero, Parents, 14 Sep. 2023
There will also be face painting, balloon artists, arts and crafts, an obstacle course, lawn games, an ice cream truck, T-shirt tie-dyeing activities, face painting, and live music.
—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Aug. 2023
Christine teaches block printing, indigo dyeing, tie-dyeing, weaving, marbling, screen printing, batik, and cyanotyping.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
Adventures, art projects, STEM development, literary events, tie-dyeing, outer space themed events, creative writing, field trips, a carnival and a dinner party are some of the spring break events in store for Waukegan and northeast Lake County youths later this month.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2023
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 May 2025
Art Party: For this, think DIY crafts, tie-dyeing, jewelry making, simple sewing projects, or decorating tote bags.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 13 Mar. 2025
The Kutch district is renowned for techniques in tie-dyeing, embroidery, quilt making and carpet weaving.
—Claudia Levens, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024
Located near Orlando-area theme parks like Universal Orlando and Disney World, Encore Resort has a water park, kids' club, restaurants and bars, and fun activities the whole family will enjoy, including trivia, tie-dyeing, crafts, and more.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2024
On weekdays, kids can do cool craft projects, like making kites and tie-dyeing shirts, for a small additional price.
—Karen Cicero, Parents, 14 Sep. 2023
There will also be face painting, balloon artists, arts and crafts, an obstacle course, lawn games, an ice cream truck, T-shirt tie-dyeing activities, face painting, and live music.
—Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 16 Aug. 2023
Christine teaches block printing, indigo dyeing, tie-dyeing, weaving, marbling, screen printing, batik, and cyanotyping.
—Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
Adventures, art projects, STEM development, literary events, tie-dyeing, outer space themed events, creative writing, field trips, a carnival and a dinner party are some of the spring break events in store for Waukegan and northeast Lake County youths later this month.
—Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2023
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“Tie-dyeing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tie-dyeing. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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