Color Your Jeans Your Own Way

Don't be blue anymore. Colored jeans are trendy and can add a pop of color to your wardrobe. Rit Dye designers offer tips on how to correctly color white cotton jeans without a lot of mess and hassle.

As with any fabric dyeing project, be sure to select a garment or fabric that is made from 100 percent natural fibers like cotton or linen. Synthetic fibers do not hold dye well and if you use a blended fabric like a 50/50 cotton/polyester, the final color results will not be even.

If the garment is new, always wash it first to remove any finishes or sizing that was applied at the factory. If you are using some pre-worn jeans, be sure they are completely stain free before dyeing.

Be Your Own Textile Designer

If you've ever dreamed of being a textile designer and creating one-of-a-kind fabrics, you can do that using Rit Dye. Using dye, a paintbrush and a wet fabric, your creation will resemble a watercolor or moire effect.

While the instructions are for turning a ready-made skirt into a custom design, the technique can be used on any natural fiber fabric. You can create customized draperies, table linens or even upholstery.

Create Custom Accessories for Every Outfit

Have you ever looked for the perfect accessory for an outfit but can't find the right color? With these step-by-step instructions from Rit Dye, you can create your own.

While these bracelet cuffs are quite Victorian in style, you can customize many types of trims and fabrics to create different looks. The same techniques can be used to create a choker or necklace.

Modern Tie-Dye

When I think of tie-dyed t-shirts, I remember the 1960s versions with lots of neon colors and a starburst design. Today's tie-dye designs, like this one from Rit Dye, are more subtle and sophisticated. This accordion pleated tie-dyed shirt looks quite modern. This ain't your Mama's tie-dye!

Once you have followed these step-by-step instructions, be sure to hand wash your new tie-dyed shirt separately until you are certain that all of the loose dye has been removed.

This same technique can be used to create curtains, table lines or a great looking shower curtain.

Design Kitchen Towels for Every Season

White cotton kitchen towels are essential and functional...and boring. Using this fun technique from Rit Dye, you can design kitchen towels for every decor and season. The designs are created using Elmer's Glue Gel to prevent the dye from saturating the decorated area.

These step-by-step instructions for these Valentine themed towels can be easily adapted for any holiday. I would also love a set of towels with cooking terms or food names written with glue and then dyed to match my kitchen.

And what grandparent wouldn't love a set signed with their grandchild's name?

This same technique could be used for creating costumes, custom t-shirts or table linens.

Every mother thinks that her little one is special (and he or she really is!), so why not create a one-of-a-kind gift for a baby shower. By using the step-by-step instructions from Rit Dye, you can create colors far beyond the traditional pink and blue.

If you're not handy with a crochet hook or knitting needles, just purchase a ready-made baby cap made with natural fibers and you can still create a cherished gift.

Did you know that you can use Rit Dye projects other than clothes and fabrics? This step-by-step instruction for creating a custom dyed wooden accessory display box, is very easy. The key is making sure that the wooden surfaces are sanded to remove any finishes so the wood will accept the dye.

Using Rit Dye on unfinished wood is much like using a stain. The beauty of the wood grain shows through the color.

If you use this technique on pieces that will be used often, apply a polyurethane finish to protect the color and surface.