Tie Dye: Rainbow Vest [Ice Dye]

I really like this shirt. Using a "sawtooth" pattern for dye application with a "vest" style fold has a very nice result. Love it.
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I use Procion Fiber Reactive Dyes from:
www.dharmatrading.com
www.customcoloursinc.com/
www.grateful-dyes.com/
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Links to the items I use in most of the tie dye videos:
Soda Ash: amzn.to/3gVcFB7
Black Sinew, 300-yard Roll: amzn.to/2XFVBr7
Brown Sinew, 300-yard Roll: amzn.to/2A0OAIB
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Crayola Washable Markers: amzn.to/3gXgHJ8
1/2-Pound of Assorted Rubber Bands: amzn.to/3eYu8H6
Counter-top Ice Maker: amzn.to/3dnSOay
Dyeing Rack, set/3: amzn.to/2ANMlsu
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[@brandoloudly9457]

probably top 5 coolest looking tie dyes to be honest

[@adrianyelnats6084]

I needed this this evening, something about this type of chromatic wizardry just heals me soul so much

[@badboyjubby]

I'm not normally a fan of busy designs. But this one is dope. The fold is probably one of my favorites to do, and the color combination is so vibrant. This is probably in my top 5 faves of what you've done so far

[@CasualCollisions]

Thanks! It's in my top ten for the year. And, I've been trying to add a some calm/less busy design this year as well - to widen the appeal to everyone's preferences.

[@acmemeatsmoke4865]

I'm not really sure how this channel came across my feed. But now i find myself watching it often, and I enjoy the clear direction and narration. Ive even bought dye and shirts to try some myself. ( and I like how he says ok after hes done folding the shirt in half) Good stuff man!

[@CasualCollisions]

When I'm editing, there are *so* many "okay's" to deal with. I'm pretty sure it's my most frequently used word in the videos. lol I appreciate your feedback and for KZbin's decision to push my videos into your suggestion list. Oddly enough, I never intended to focus on tie dye on this channel.... It was supposed to be a random channel - on various DIY stuff including woodworking, projects, metal-working, etc. But, the tie dye videos bring in the most views; so, here we are. Let me know how your tie dyes turn out.

[@BGella]

I love this! Thank you for sharing this technique for dye placement. I have been struggling with this very thing!

[@CasualCollisions]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@pikaflow7773]

Veo todos tus videos me gustan mucho , no entiendo tu idioms yo soy chilena y hablo español

[@joleenphillips2415]

I love the way this turned out. That green is so vibrant!!

[@CasualCollisions]

Everything is hyper-saturated. I love when they work out like this.

[@Mappy-xn1om]

thanks for sharing - I will be doing my first ice melt now . Never done this style and I've been dying since 1986 !

[@CasualCollisions]

Let me know how it turns out.

[@StellaLotus]

Ehh...its alright. Hahaha kidding. Again, so very beautiful and deeply dimensional. I can't begin to tell you how you have inspired me to venture into the art. I now have produced about twenty tie-dyes and every one is an adventure. I wish I could post some pics. Anyways, my kids love them as well as my friends. Thanks and cheers.

[@CasualCollisions]

Thanks - I hope they're all turning out well for you. You can find me on FB at: facebook.com/casualcollisions/ if you want to send pics of your creations.

[@kennypatterson2985]

sweeeeeeeet bro. keep those bad boys coming. i did my first ice dye the other day and it is crazy how much more definition and texture u can get out of the deys thank you for inspiration and your willingness to share your art process

[@CasualCollisions]

Right?! Ice has so much more depth and vibrance. Thanks for watching.

[@claycutter]

Oh my god super pretty. I wanna make this with liquid dyes

[@billiejean4727]

Love the way you share your thoughts on each piece🤗👍🏼

[@CasualCollisions]

That's relatively recent. I think I started doing it about a year ago due to all the requests for me to add commentary.

[@shawnahinson8602]

I love your work and how you are so creative as well as the willingness to be so helpful to others by sharing. Thank you so much. This is definitely one of my favorites done by you!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you very much and I appreciate the feedback. Happy to help.

[@zsuzsannaschenk9416]

Stunning!

[@teejay1588]

Design is great! Your colors are so bright❤❤

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you!

[@maddieb4735]

I really enjoy your videos! I find myself emulating your techniques and getting success! Thanks so much!

[@CasualCollisions]

Awesome. I'm glad it's all working for you.

[@carlasmith2105]

That is some kind of incredible!!

[@brandyb8295]

Omg 😮😮😮 I absolutely LOVE this

[@rodnawilliams9398]

that is absolutely gorgeous .. i love it

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you.

[@michaelbishop4649]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills brother! I've learned a ton watching your videos! 👍😎👍

[@CasualCollisions]

Thanks for watching and feel free to send your results to me on FB.

[@MarkGray1970]

That looks awesome!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you.

[@caliken10]

It looks great

[@CasualCollisions]

Thanks.

[@terrijackson1571]

Gorgeous!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you!

[@Tuper41]

just beatutiful! I love it!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you!

[@claycutter]

Beautiful.. i might do this one

[@monikamir1]

Love it!!👍🏼

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you.

[@nancycornett9949]

Beautiful!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you!

[@mikefowler3946]

Love that shirt

[@CasualCollisions]

Same here!

[@helloitsme9808]

I am going to get some ice trays like you have. No more building a form to get them to stay on top.

[@ms.bardotb1900]

I love it

[@daniantadarmabrata2945]

Lovely Exact Typical Looks 4 "Psychedelic Tye Dye Design". Pleasantly Thk U Mr. C2 4 sharing this to me 😊🙏

[@CasualCollisions]

Psychedelic styles are coming up within the next few months. This pattern is nothing close to that. ;)

[@daniantadarmabrata2945]

@@CasualCollisions ok, thks 4 the response ☺

[@idabsoloassassin4202]

Amazing!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thanks!

[@terryross9045]

Love this so much! Could you perhaps do a video with this design using liquid dye? Thanks so much for your awesome instructional videos!

[@CasualCollisions]

Here's a video that shows ice dye versus liquid dye to give you an idea of what it might look like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpiooYlvZZqfpqM

[@zippycampbell5155]

Loooove it!!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you!

[@davidharnden714]

Thank You!

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you for watching.

[@littlejohnprod.4289]

That shits crazy!!!

[@TheWVbear]

WoW!! I love the vibrancy and crispness! I would to see an incline dye with this potency of color. Btw, do you still do patreon?

[@CasualCollisions]

I've added your request to my "to do" list. Not sure when it'll come out; but, it's on the list. Yes, I still have a Patreon account available. There aren't many patrons and I'm really lax in ever posting on Patreon; but, here it is: www.patreon.com/CasualCollisions

[@TheWVbear]

@@CasualCollisions Thanks!

[@jessicabrighton8733]

That is amazing it looks like an alligator suit!

[@CasualCollisions]

That's a perspective I hadn't considered. Cool.

[@jessicabrighton8733]

@@CasualCollisions you are very precise and talented with colour. Thankyou for showing us your art.

[@magicre3]

Nice! I especially like the touch of red in the center! Beautiful work and explanation! Thank you. What is your name?

[@CasualCollisions]

Thank you very much and I appreciate the feedback. I don't think I've ever given my name on the channel.

[@brandonwilson2560]

Can I order one of these in a XL ?

[@stephenkabya3008]

That shirt is beau!! It has my frequency all over it!I how can I order it?

[@CasualCollisions]

Thanks! It's already been sold.

[@nictehernandez7181]

I really like your work and thanks for sharing, where you get this colors?

[@CasualCollisions]

I use Procion Fiber Reactive Dyes: www.dharmatrading.com www.customcoloursinc.com/ www.grateful-dyes.com/

[@wendycarr3167]

I tie my sinu so tight yet colors like pink run right into the white lines

[@ms.bardotb1900]

Can I use the Tulip dye’s there’s soda ash already mixed in the dry dye?

[@CasualCollisions]

Yes, you can.

[@naturalwitchery]

So you use a fixative when washing? What detergent do you use when washing out your dyes?

[@CasualCollisions]

Nope. I used synthrapol a few times about a decade ago; but, I didn't notice any difference so I just went back to using the same detergent I use for all my other clothes. I use whatever detergent I happened to find a coupon for at the time I bought it - Arm & Hammer, Purex, HEB, etc. The first wash is with whatever other tie dyes I'm washing out. After that, if it's a shirt I'm keeping, I just wash it with everything else. I'm one of those "everything can be washed together" people - darks, bright colors, whites, towels, etc. I've never had an issue with colors bleeding.

[@naturalwitchery]

Thanks for weighing in on this one! Makes my life easier. I'm trying this pattern this week!

[@kentestrada1594]

Nice

[@CasualCollisions]

Thanks

[@omoladeesther8838]

Can i used liquid dye to make this design?

[@CasualCollisions]

Yes; but, the results will be quite different. Here's a video that shows an example of liquid versus ice dyeing for the same spiral tie up: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpiooYlvZZqfpqM

[@dcoar4601]

Cool shirt! Why add soda ash for the second icing round?

[@johncspine2787]

Just in case the ice has diluted the previous concentration in the fabric..

[@CasualCollisions]

To be sure there's enough soda ash remaining to allow the dye to bond to the fabric and result in rich, bold colors. If you're looking for pastel colors in the final result - don't add the extra soda ash.

[@franharris2430]

Can I use this same technique on silk?

[@mitzijarreau2630]

Can you please share the link on how to fold this? I'm struggling and it looks so easy.

[@CasualCollisions]

I'm assuming you mean the flip part at the beginning? If so: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIfWfJiDapuEga8

[@mitzijarreau2630]

@@CasualCollisions yes! Thank you! Love your artwork! ❤️

[@derrymardian5049]

how many hours does it take in this ice cube technique until the clothes are rinsed

[@CasualCollisions]

It's about 24-30 hours in total.

[@raycumbow9300]

A great looking shirt! I tried this design and the dyes ran together at the underside and made a dirty brown. It was on a rack. Any ideas on how to overcome this?

[@CasualCollisions]

Did you liquid or ice dye?

[@raycumbow9300]

Ice dyed, on a rack, did the second layer of ice, extra soda ask....followed your tutorial exactly. It turned out really, really dark! Used Chinese red, deep orange lemon yellow, emerald green, turquoise and grape.

[@CasualCollisions]

Did you dye the material while it was damp, wet, or dry?

[@raycumbow9300]

@@CasualCollisions Mostly dry! Soda ashed for 20 minutes, spun in washer, tied damp, let dry 2-3 days, rinsed until water was clear, washed in hot with synthropol.

[@CasualCollisions]

I always dye immediately after tying - while the shirts are still damp. I don't like the results when I dye dry material. That might be the issue. I also only rinse for 2-3 minutes to clear all the soda ash, I haven't used synthropol in 5+ years as I didn't find it resulted in any difference in the final result, and I only wash in warm with an extra rinse. But, all the washing exercises are highly dependent on the water in your area and what works for me doesn't work for everyone.

[@ericasmith32084]

Can you mix these dye with water instead of using the ice method?

[@CasualCollisions]

Yes, you can. But, the results will be quite different. Here's a short video that will show the differences between a liquid and ice dyed shirt: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fpiooYlvZZqfpqM

[@ericasmith32084]

@@CasualCollisions thanks!! I'm ordering those dye today!

[@stephanieross5183]

I’m having trouble finding the link to your folding the shirt in half video. Folding in half is the hardest thing for me to grasp.

[@CasualCollisions]

It looks like you found it; but, I'll post the link here anyway in case someone runs across your comment and thinks I was being rude by not responding. :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIfWfJiDapuEga8

[@stephanieross5183]

Casual Collisions Haha. Thank you. I did find it. I was bingeing and liking your videos last night. I really appreciate your tutorials. It feels like tie dye is a secret society I’m trying to penetrate. I think so many of us are just trying to keep busy and give our family and friends nice shirts. Thank you for teaching us newbies. 😊

[@giancarlorios6420]

Where do you get the labels for the colors?

[@CasualCollisions]

If you use dyes from Dharma, you can buy a chart from them here: www.dharmatrading.com/tools/fiber-reactive-poster.html I just cut it down and use double-sided tape to stick it to the lids.

[@giancarlorios6420]

You're the man. Will be adding to my next purchase. Hopefully they restock on some of their sold out colors! Thanks

[@jacksmith785]

So would you be able to give me a ballpark on how much dye would I'd need per shirt? A quick Google search has a number of different answers, such as dividing the number of shirts by four, then dividing that number by the number of colours you're using, and that gives you the amount in oz. But that seems a little low for what's going on here, or any other video. I'm planning on buying Dharma dyes, as I've heard they're some of the best. Also, what else should I get on top of dye - soda ash for sure, what about urea/synthrapol/etc? I don't know what differences sinew/rubber bands/zip ties have in terms of application, should I just pick up some bands? There's a ton of stuff out there for tie dyeing, and it's a little overwhelming. I remember as a kid I just tied a few rubber bands to a dark shirt and dunked it in some bleach.

[@CasualCollisions]

Procion Dye is Procion Dye - whether it's from Dharma, Custom Colours, Grateful Dyes, etc. The distributers all work from the same 22 primary dye colors to create their own colors/blends. There are turquoise/cerulean supply issues at the manufacturer level, so you'll need to research which distributer can supply the most colors you're looking to purchase: www.dharmatrading.com www.customcoloursinc.com/ www.grateful-dyes.com/ I have urea, synthropal, etc. on hand; but, haven't used anything other than dye, soda ash, and water for the past 4+ years. I also do not bag my items after they're dyed like you're "supposed to". Why? Because it's so incredibly humid here that I can leave things out from March - October for 48+ hours and they would still be completely wet. The winter is a bit different; but 24 hours is still easily attainable without a wetting agent due to the humidity. If you live in a dry area, then you would likely need to use urea with your liquid dye and/or at least cover your other dyes to keep the moisture in the material for 24 hours. For my first wash cycle in the washing machine I just use whatever detergent we currently have on hand for our regular clothes. I do a single wash cycle with an extra rinse and toss them in the dryer. After that, they're treated like any other clothing we have and they all get tossed in the wash together - white towels, tie dye, solid colors, etc. - and, I've never had an issue with bleeding colors. Your mileage may vary depending on the type of water you have in your area. Sinew and rubber bands serve different purposes; and, it's not readily possible to get tight ties with rubber bands -- at least not to the level that can be achieved as easily as sinew. They each have their place. If you want to keep dye contained to specific areas - sinew is the best bet. If you want to have white lines where you tie - sinew is the best option. For everything else, rubber bands will work in most cases. Though, I do use sinew loosely at times because it's simply easier to use sinew in some designs; and, the reverse is true as well. So, having both on hand and understanding what works best for you in different situations is a fair part of the process. Regarding dye usage. I've been accused of using "excessive amounts" of dye for my work. And, there have been several "kerfuffles" on social media sites regarding the "too much" versus "too little" dye. But, it comes down to personal choice: do you like pastel, hyper-saturated, or something between the two extremes? Because, that will determine how much dye you use. The spoon I use in the videos is a baby spoon - roughly 1/4 teaspoon in volume. I'd had many say that it looks like a teaspoon or even a tablespoon and assume I'm dumping $10+ on every design. But, the reality is, I use about 25 cents worth of dye as an average across all the work I do inclusive of all the colors for an XL shirt. I realize that's not the type of measurement you're looking for; but, it's the only thing I keep track of since inventory is the only method where you can account for loss, spills, etc. I buy in 1-5 pound jars that are anywhere from $8.00 to $32.00 per pound - depending on the color - with Cerulean being the most expensive dye at $25-$32/pound while most of the others are half that price or less.

[@jacksmith785]

@@CasualCollisions Thanks for all this information! I'll probably stick with soda ash, and get both sinew and bands to start. I don't think I'll be quite getting dyes in 1lb containers, but I do enjoy reasonably saturated hues - often in rainbow or otherwise multicoloured palettes - which will probably rack up the cost quickly - I live in Canada, so the costs would be around 30% more compared to USD. I'm in a fairly dry part of the country, so while I'll hold off on the urea for now, I'll definitely have to stuff them in plastic bags for the 24 hour or whatever period. That spoon really does look huge in the video, almost a teaspoon, but if it's a quarter teaspoon it's not too bad. I had actually ballparked around $10 worth of dye per shirt just looking at videos from you and a couple other creators, but I think I was overestimating the size of a shirt once it's been pleated, scrunched or twisted. Maybe about half an ounce of dye per colour if I'm really saturating it? In any case, I'm looking forward to learning how to do this. Definitely will be trawling through your shirt videos for inspiration. Thanks again!

[@romulobarbosa2684]

What is this powder paint called? I live in Brazil and have never seen her around here, could someone tell me what powder paint this is? Where do I find this paint to sell? Does anyone sell her? Could someone import it to Brazil for me? How Much is It?

[@CasualCollisions]

I use Procion Fiber Reactive Dyes from: www.dharmatrading.com www.customcoloursinc.com/ www.grateful-dyes.com/

[@chri968]

I tried this design but with different colors, dharma is out of stock on many colors thanks to covid.

[@CasualCollisions]

In addition to: www.dharmatrading.com There is: www.customcoloursinc.com/ www.grateful-dyes.com/

[@chri968]

@@CasualCollisions Thankyou really appreciate it

[@csilva7837]

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[@g43s]

fuck, i did flipped it XD

[@CasualCollisions]

An upside-down vest is still cool....

[@samuelabednegonathaniel692]

Susah nying