This intricate Japanese technique of pleating fabric before dyeing dates back to the eighth century. The traditional method calls for indigo dye, but you can find shibori in other shades of blue, too.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. This intricate Japanese technique of pleating fabric before dyeing dates back to the eighth century. The traditional method calls ...

Tie-dye involves folding or crumpling fabric with string or rubber bands to create patterns with dyes. Tie-dying gets messy, so make sure to wear gloves and use a plastic drop cloth. There are endless ...

A visual expression of happiness in fabric form, tie-dye, in all of its Technicolor glory, is the kind of mood boost we need now—particularly as we’ve been stuck in the same-old confines of home.

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