dip-dyed wood frames
Step 1 |
Wearing rubber gloves, fill a large container or stainless-steel sink with three gallons of hot tap water. Pour ½ cup of Emerald dye into the dye-bath and stir well. |
Step 2 |
If you have any scrap wood you can test the color by dipping it into the dye-bath for about 10-15 seconds, then pull it out. The color gets much more vibrant once it’s dry. Add more dye if it’s not dark enough, add more water if it’s too dark. |
Step 3 |
After you’ve found your perfect color and dip time, start dipping the picture frame. Dip bottom half of picture frames into the dye, holding for about 1-2 minutes, gradually removing. |
Step 4 |
Once the desired color is achieved, remove from the dye-bath and set out to dry. |
Step 5 |
Make up other dye-bath(s) using your preferred colors, such as Royal Blue and Black, as shown. |
Step 6 |
Let your dip dyed picture frames fully dry before you add photographs or artwork. Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels |
- Plastic Table Cover
- Paper Towels
- Measuring Cup
- Plastic Tub (or Container)
Step 1 |
Wearing rubber gloves, fill a large container or stainless-steel sink with three gallons of hot tap water. Pour ½ cup of Emerald dye into the dye-bath and stir well. |
Step 2 |
If you have any scrap wood you can test the color by dipping it into the dye-bath for about 10-15 seconds, then pull it out. The color gets much more vibrant once it’s dry. Add more dye if it’s not dark enough, add more water if it’s too dark. |
Step 3 |
After you’ve found your perfect color and dip time, start dipping the picture frame. Dip bottom half of picture frames into the dye, holding for about 1-2 minutes, gradually removing. |
Step 4 |
Once the desired color is achieved, remove from the dye-bath and set out to dry. |
Step 5 |
Make up other dye-bath(s) using your preferred colors, such as Royal Blue and Black, as shown. |
Step 6 |
Let your dip dyed picture frames fully dry before you add photographs or artwork. Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels |