Tie Dye No-Sew Pillow

Add a unique accent to any room with a funky tie-dye pillow with the help of Crayola Acrylic Paint; no sewing skills required!

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, Adult

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Crayola Acrylic Paint

Craft Sticks
Iron
Ironing Board
Measuring Spoons
Paper Cups
Pillowcase
Rubber Band(s)
Water
White Bandanas

Steps

Step 1

Fold a white bandana over to create three layers. Fold into triangles as you would to create a paper football. Tie off the three pointed ends with a rubber band.
Step 2

In a small cup, add 2 Tbsp of water and 1 tsp of paint and mix to combine.
Step 3

Dip each end of the folded bandana into the paint and set aside to dry.
Step 4

When dry, remove the rubber bands and unfold.
Step 5

Ask an adult to iron the bandana to flatten.
Step 6

Create two bandanas and tie the ends together around a pillow to create a colorful pillow case.

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CIY Staff Tips

This project required the use of an iron. Adult assistance required.
Experiment with folding and placing rubber bands in different ways to create unique patterns.

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