Create your own personalized drip tie dye backpack with this fun and easy method. Fill it with vibrant colors of your choice or arrange the colors into a pattern, the drip tie dye method couldn’t be easier!
Why we love this project
Making a drip tie dye backpack is a fun end of summer craft for kids. They will enjoy showing off their creations to their friends when they go back to school! The best part about this drip tie dye method is how easy and customizable it is. This versatile project is for kids and adults alike. Mix and match colors or align drops in patterns to create your favorite combination.
See our Pack a beach towel Two other methods you can use on this backpack include the crumple method and the rainbow method. You can use any type of canvas backpack for this project, Drawstring backpacks And regular White canvas backpacks Great work.
Useful project information:
- Age Level: Ages 6 and up with supervision
- Mess Factor: High (Squeeze Bottle Die)
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Completion Time: Less than 30 minutes, less drying time
- Price Estimate: Less than $15.00
Craft supplies you will need
Find the complete list of supplies and directions in the printable version at the end of this post.
How to make a drip tie dye backpack
Here are step by step photos and instructions to help you visualize how to build this project. Please scroll down to print the instructions!
- As we are using, color your squeeze bottle according to the package instructions Tulip’s One-Step Tie Dye Kit.
- Dampen your backpack and squeeze out any excess water to leave it damp, but not soaking wet.
- Cover the surface you will be working on. Spread the backpack out on a covered surface while it is still wet.
- Hold the paint upside down and let the colored paint drip onto the backpack without squeezing. Move it around or create a pattern as you like. Alternate colors as you see fit.
- Once you’ve reached your desired color combination, place the backpack in a plastic bag or trash can to sit for about 8 hours or overnight.
- Wash the backpack using warm water. Switch to cold water, then back to warm, finishing with cold water. Follow with a run through the washing machine.
Expert crafting tips
- Try to avoid colors dripping on top of each other. You can do this to fill in the gaps if you want, but too much dripping can result in a muddy color. You want some white space between the colors because the die will expand as it sits.
- Plastic tablecloths, disposable gloves and smocks are recommended. We prefer to work on tie dye projects outdoors to avoid staining any furniture or floors indoors.
- Wetting your backpack before dying will help absorb the dyes and create a more vibrant, colorful result.
- You can use the drip tie dye method on hats, socks, towels, t-shirts, sweaters, sweatpants, you name it!
This tie dye backpack is a fun, tangible project that you can use for anything. Use it for back to school trips, beach trips, or just about anywhere you go!
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Drops Tie Dye Backpack
Dot your drip tie dye backpack with vibrant colors of your choice with this fun and easily customizable drip dye method.
Makes: 1 Backpack
supplies
- Tie dye in different colors We are using Tulip’s One Step Tie Dye Kit
Craft tools
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Plastic tablecloth
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Disposable gloves
Instructions
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Dye your squeeze bottle according to package instructions, we’re using Tulip’s One-Step Tie Dye Kit.
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Dampen your backpack and squeeze out any excess water to leave it damp, but not soaking wet.
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Cover the surface you will be working on. Spread the backpack out on a covered surface while it is still wet.
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Hold the paint upside down and let the colored paint drip onto the backpack without squeezing. Move it around or create a pattern as you like. Alternate colors as you see fit.
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Once you’ve reached your desired color combination, place the backpack in a plastic bag or trash can to sit for about 8 hours or overnight.
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Wash the backpack using warm water. Switch to cold water, then back to warm, finishing with cold water. Follow with a run through the washing machine.
Expert tips and FAQs
- Try to avoid colors dripping on top of each other. You can do this to fill in the gaps if you want, but too much dripping can result in a muddy color. You want some white space between the colors because the die will expand as it sits.
