Tie Dye Exploration

When was tie dye first discovered?

• 1500 to 1810 AD

• 300 to 510 AD

• 1000 to 1210 AD

• 500 to 810 AD

Name one traditional tie dye technique.

• Tie and dyeing

• Knot and dye

• Tie and dye

• Bind and dye

What is the primary material used for tie dyeing?

• plastic

• metal

• paper

• fabric

Which tie dye pattern is characterized by concentric circles?

• Checkerboard

• Spiral

• Bullseye

• Stripes

What is the significance of tie dye in different cultures?

• Tie dye is used as a form of punishment in certain societies.

• Tie dye is primarily used for camouflage purposes in different cultures.

• Tie dye is considered bad luck and is avoided in various cultural practices.

• Tie dye is used as a form of artistic expression, a symbol of unity and community, and a representation of spirituality or cultural identity in various cultures.

Explain the process of creating a spiral tie dye pattern.

• Tie fabric in knots, dip in dye, untie knots, let dry

• Scrunch fabric into ball, dip in dye, let dry, unfold

• Lay fabric flat, pinch center, twist into spiral, secure with rubber bands, dye each section, let set, rinse and wash.

• Fold fabric randomly, dip in dye, let dry, unfold

What are some common household items that can be used for tie dyeing?

• Twine, paper towels, glass jars

• Metal spoons, cardboard boxes, silk scarves

• Wooden clothespins, cotton balls, aluminum foil

• Rubber bands, plastic squeeze bottles, plastic bags, gloves

How does tie dye differ from traditional dyeing methods?

• Tie dye involves using heat to set the dye, while traditional dyeing methods rely on air drying.

• Tie dye is only used for synthetic fabrics, whereas traditional dyeing methods work on natural fibers.

• Tie dye requires multiple dye baths for each color, unlike traditional dyeing methods which use a single dye bath.

• Tie dye creates unique patterns by manipulating the fabric before dyeing, whereas traditional dyeing methods involve immersing fabric in a single color dye bath.

Which tie dye technique involves folding the fabric in a specific way?

• Marbling

• Batik

• Tie & Dye

• Shibori

Can tie dye be used to create intricate designs?

• Yes

• Rarely

• No

• Sometimes