| How to Make Dryer Sheets Posted: 22 Aug 2019 05:00 PM PDT Dryer sheets help to prevent static cling, add freshness, and remove odors from clothing. If you use the fragranced sheets, they can even add a nice scent to your laundry. Store-bought dryer sheets are only good for a single use; after that, you have to throw them away. Making your own dryer sheets is simple and only requires a few basic ingredients. Best of all, they are reusable, so you are not only saving money, but also the environment! [Edit]Using Liquid Fabric Softener - Cut squares from old towels or washcloths. Cotton fabric, old T-shirts, and flannel also work well. How many squares you cut is up to you, but 12 is a good starting amount.[1]
- Fill a bowl with of liquid fabric softener. The type of fabric softener that you use is entirely up to you. If you choose to use a fragranced one, however, make sure that it's a scent you like.[2]
- For a gentler version, use 3 tablespoons (45 mL) of fabric softener and of water.[3]
- Soak the fabric squares in the fabric softener. Dip the stack of fabric squares into the bowl, then press down on them with your hands to submerge them. How long you leave the fabric squares in the bowl doesn't matter as long as each square is thoroughly soaked.[4]
- If you have sensitive skin, pull on a pair of rubber gloves. Alternatively, use a stick or jar to press the fabric squares down.
- Wring the fabric softener from the squares. Working 1 fabric square at a time, pluck them out of the bowl, then twist them to squeeze out the excess liquid. Smooth out the wrinkles caused by the wringing, then set them aside.[5]
- The fabric squares will still be wet at this point, so make sure that the surface you're setting them down on is water-resistant.
- Hang the fabric squares up to dry completely. A clothesline would be the easiest route, but you can also tie a long piece of string between 2 chairs and use that instead. The length of the string doesn't matter, as long as you can fit all of the fabric squares on it. Alternatively, drape the fabric squares over a drying rack.[6]
- How long it takes for the fabric to dry will depend on how hot and humid it is. It will dry faster in warmer, drier climates. Expect to wait a few hours, however.
- Don't use a dryer to speed up the process. You want these to air dry.
- If you diluted the fabric softener with water, you don't need to let the fabric squares dry. Simply store them in an airtight container until you're ready to use it.[7]
- Store the dryer sheets in an airtight container. This can be anything you want it to be: a jar, a plastic box, or even an empty baby wipes container. You can roll the sheets up into bundles or fold them up into squares. Don't be afraid to get a little creative here![8]
- If you soaked the fabric squares, pour some of the diluted fabric softener into the container too. This will prevent them from drying out. You want these to be wet when you use them.
- Add 1 sheet into the dryer the next time you want to dry your clothes. If you diluted the fabric softener with water, toss 1 wet sheet into the dryer along with the rest of your laundry.[9]
- A single sheet made from full-strength fabric softener will last 10 to 12 loads. After that, you'll have to re-soak and dry it again.[10]
- If you used diluted fabric softener, you'll have to re-soak your sheets with more diluted fabric softener before every use.
[Edit]Trying Vinegar and Essential Oil - Cut some fabric into squares. Any sort of cotton fabric would work here, including quilter's cotton, old T-shirts, flannel, or even towels. You can cut however many squares you want, but 12 squares would be enough.
- Pour of white vinegar into a bowl. This is the magic ingredient for your dryer sheets. Vinegar has natural deodorizing and fabric softening properties, so it's a great choice for all-natural dryer sheets.[11]
- If you're using a thick, absorbent material, such as towels, use of vinegar instead.
- Stir in 8 to 10 drops of essential oil, if desired. This is completely optional and only there to give your laundry a nice fragrance. You can use just 1 type of oil, or you can mix fragrances. For example, you could use 6 drops of lavender essential oil and 4 drops of tea tree oil.[12]
- If you doubled the amount of vinegar, then double the amount of essential oil. About 16 to 20 drops will do.
- You can find essential oils online and in health food stores. Do not use fragrance oils meant for candle-making or diffusers; they're not the same thing.
- Soak the fabric sheets in the solution. Take your stack of fabric squares and dunk them into the bowl. Press down on them with your hands or a glass jar to submerge them. How long you leave them in the solution will depend on how absorbent the fabric is. It shouldn't be more than a couple of minutes, however.[13]
- Avoid handling the vinegar with your bare hands if you have sensitive skin or any cuts on your hands. Vinegar is very strong and may cause a burning sensation.
- Store the solution and sheets in an airtight container. Use a glass jar with an airtight glass lid, if possible. Avoid jars with metal lids, as it may react with the vinegar.[14] Other options include plastic tubs and boxes, such as baby wipe containers.
- You need to include the solution in the container because you'll be using the sheets while they are still damp.
- Wring the excess solution out from 2 sheets. Take 1 sheet from the bowl and twist it so that it's no longer dripping wet. Set it aside, then take another sheet out of the bowl. Wring that sheet as well. Leave the other sheets in the vinegar.[15]
- This should be enough for 1 load of laundry; if you're drying only a few articles of clothing, then 1 sheet should be enough.
- Toss the wet sheets into the dryer along with the rest of your laundry. Do not dry the sheets out first. Simply toss them into the dryer, then add the rest of your laundry. Start a dryer cycle like you normally would.[16]
- After the cycle ends, take the used sheets out and place them back into the vinegar solution with the rest of the dryer sheets. They will absorb the vinegar and become as good as new!
[Edit]Combining Hair Conditioner and Vinegar - Cut old towels or washcloths into squares. You can also use other types of cotton fabric, such as flannel, old T-shirts, or quilter's cotton. You can cut however many fabric squares you want, but 12 or so will do.
- Mix of conditioner with of white vinegar. Pour of hair conditioner into a bowl, then add of white vinegar. Stir them together carefully with a spoon so that you don't create any bubbles or froth.[17]
- You can increase or decrease the amounts, as long as you use a ratio of 3 parts conditioner and 1 part vinegar.
- If possible, use a natural, organic hair conditioner that's free of sulfates, parabens, dimethicone, artificial preservatives, and synthetic fragrances.
- Use whatever type of conditioner you want. Since this isn't going to do anything for your hair, a cheap, inexpensive brand would work just fine.
- Dunk the fabric squares in the solution, until they are soaked through. Place the stack of fabric squares into the bowl, then press down on them with your hands until they are completely submerged. It shouldn't take very long for the fabric to get soaked through.[18]
- Pull on some gloves or use a jar to press down on the fabric if you've got sensitive skin. The conditioner won't hurt you, but the vinegar might cause a burning sensation.
- Wring the solution out of the fabric and let it air dry. Take a fabric sheet out of the bowl and twist it between your hands to squeeze the excess solution. Untwist it, smooth out the wrinkles, and set it aside. Repeat the process with the other sheets, working 1 sheet at a time. Set the sheets out in a sunny spot so that they can dry completely.[19]
- You can also hang the sheets from a clothesline or a drying rack.
- How long it takes for the sheets to dry will vary. They'll dry faster in hot, dry climates, however.
- Don't speed the process up by using a clothes dryer. The sheets need to air dry.
- Store the squares in an airtight container until you're ready to use them. This container can be anything you want it to be: a plastic box, an old baby wipes container, or even a glass jar. You can crumple the sheets up and stuff them in, roll them into tight bundles, or fold them up into neat squares.[20]
- Use 1 sheet per laundry load. The next time you do laundry, take a sheet and toss it into the dryer along with the rest of the laundry. Start a cycle like you normally would. When the cycle finishes, take the sheet out and put it back into the container with the other sheets.[21]
- Each sheet will last about 3 loads. After that, you'll have to re-soak the sheets.
- Use pinking shears to cut the fabric sheets to reduce fraying. You can also serge the edges or go over them using a zigzag stitch.[22]
- These dryer sheets won't last forever and will eventually start to fray. Because of this, consider using old, ruined, or stained fabric rather than brand-new fabric.
- The dryer sheets weaken a little each time that you use them. Depending on the size of the load that you put into the dryer, they may weaken faster.
- If you have very sensitive skin, vinegar and essential oil might be the safest option.
- You can also try using old socks or sponges. If you choose to use sponges, you don't have to dry them first; just squeeze the excess solution out before tossing it into the dryer.[23]
- If you made dried dryer sheets (as opposed with wet ones), consider have 2 boxes: 1 for used dried sheets and 1 for unused dryer sheets.
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Using Liquid Fabric Softener - of fabric softener
- Small bowl
- Spoon
- Cotton fabric
- Scissors
- Air tight container
- Clothesline or drying rack
[Edit]Trying Vinegar and Essential Oil - of white vinegar
- 8 to 10 of drops essential oil
- Small bowl
- Spoon
- Cotton fabric
- Scissors
- Air tight container
[Edit]Combining Hair Conditioner and Vinegar - of hair conditioner
- of white vinegar
- Small bowl
- Spoon
- Cotton fabric
- Scissors
- Air tight container
- Clothesline or drying rack
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| How to Work out While Traveling Posted: 22 Aug 2019 09:00 AM PDT Whether you're traveling for work or pleasure, your fitness habits may quickly fall by the wayside. Luckily, it doesn't have to be this way! With a little planning and preparation, you can stick to your workout goals while traveling and have fun doing it. When working out on the road, your hotel is the best place to start, as it provides a lot of simple options. If you're a business traveler, you can also try easy alternatives for exercising around your work schedule. If you're traveling for pleasure, you can incorporate activity into your sightseeing. [Edit]Exercising at Your Hotel - Choose a hotel that has a fitness center and/or swimming pool. Many hotels give guests access to treadmills, stationary bikes, ellipticals, weight machines, and free weights. This offers you an easy solution for your fitness needs. Simply start your day with a gym workout or get your work out in before settling in for the night.[1]
- It's best to call ahead to ask the hotel about their facilities. The hotel staff may also be able to provide you with information about local parks and trails.
- Check the hours on the fitness center so that you can plan the best time to go.
- If you aren't familiar with a piece of equipment, ask the fitness trainers to teach you how to use it. If no fitness trainers are present and you're all alone, it's best to leave the piece of equipment alone to avoid unnecessary injuries.
- Even if you don't see a fitness center, your hotel may have a contract that allows guests to access facilities nearby. Always ask the front desk or concierge service to be sure.
- Use the hotel's swimming pool for a water-based workout. Swimming is a great way to stay fit. It works several different muscle groups and burns a lot of calories. Not only that, swimming is fun and can be done alongside your whole family, if that's a concern. Here are some ways to kick it up a notch:[2]
- Stream a workout on your laptop, if you decide to bring it. A short video workout can be an awesome way to stay fit when travelling. There are a variety of workouts you can try, ranging in length from 7 minutes to 60 minutes. Choose a workout that fits your goals and interests.[3]
- Look for workouts such as Zumba, yoga, Tae Bo, kickboxing, or low-impact cardio.
- You may also be able to stream a workout on your hotel TV, or you could look for a fitness channel, if the hotel has cable on on-demand TV.
- If you don't have access to a streaming service or YouTube, you could bring a workout DVD in your luggage.
- Do a basic cardio and body resistance workout in your hotel room. Getting your heart rate up is all you need, so get creative in your hotel room. Increase your heart rate with jumping jacks, jogging in place, or dancing along to your favorite songs. Perform body resistance exercises, such as push-ups, sit-ups, planks, lunges, and squats.[4]
- You can also perform your favorite cardio moves inspired by kickboxing or dance routines. Similarly, you could add to your strength training workout by doing bicep curls with water bottles or using a small pair of hand weights, if you can pack them.
- You can also look online for easy, no-equipment workouts that you can easily do in your room.[5]
- Use resistance bands. Rubber resistance bands are a great way to increase your calorie burn. Best of all, you can easily pack them without adding bulk or weight to your suitcase. Follow along with the workout included with your bands, or find one online.[6]
- You can search online for basic stretches that incorporate resistance bands.
- Do yoga in your hotel room. Yoga offers an easy way to stay active and burn calories in your hotel room. Perform your favorite poses, or follow along with an illustrated routine. You could also stream a yoga workout.[7]
- If you don't have a mat with you but prefer to use one, you could use a hotel towel instead.
- If you have extra space in your luggage or vehicle, you could pack cloth yoga straps or foam blocks to use in your practice.
- You can purchase a yoga book or yoga cards to carry with you. Alternatively, use your phone or laptop to look up poses or a short routine.
- Go for a walk around your hotel or its grounds. Walking is an easy way to burn calories and increase your heart rate. You can walk the halls, explore the facilities, or trek around the outdoor perimeter of the hotel.[8]
- Don't forget about the stairs! Increase your burn by walking up and down the stairs. You could also try walking all the way up and all the way down as many times as you can.
- If you go outside, pick up the pace and go for a jog. However, it's best to plan your route ahead of time and stick to safe options.
[Edit]Staying Fit During a Business Trip - Pace around the airport terminal before and between flights. Use your downtime at the airport to get some exercise. You can walk around the terminal, pace up and down aisles between seating, or explore shops in major airports. Carrying your luggage with you will add resistance so that you get more of a burn![9]
- Time yourself to see how long you walk.
- You can listen to music while you walk, if you like.
- Take a walk or jog around a popular trail in your destination city. Even if you don't have time to sightsee on a work trip, you can still enjoy some of what the city has to offer. Go for a walk down a popular street, travel along a popular trail, or go for a jog alongside local joggers.[10]
- Ask the hotel staff about good locations, or ask your business associates for a suggestion. It's also a great idea to research your options before you arrive so that you have a plan in place for where you want to go.
- Visit a local park for more options. Not only could you walk or jog at a local park, but you can find other ways to be active! You could join a game of basketball or soccer, or you could use park equipment to do an improvised workout.[11]
- For example, do pull-ups or chin-ups on monkey bars, and use slides for incline push-ups.
- Research local parks or reserves before you arrive, or ask hotel staff for a recommendation.
- You may be able to rent sports equipment from a larger park, or you could pack it in your suitcase.
- Take a local fitness class. Some gyms or fitness studios will allow you to drop-in on their classes for a small fee. This is a great way to stick to your normal workout routine while you're on the road for work. Choose a class that you're familiar with, or try something new![12]
- You can check online for gyms that offer this service, or you can ask the hotel staff.
- There are even apps that help you find gyms in the area that allow drop-ins, such as GymFinder, OmFinder, and GymPoints.
[Edit]Incorporating Exercise While Sightseeing - Consider your budget. Some options may be more costly than others, but you can incorporate sightseeing into any budget. Walking tours can be free if you do them on your own, but budgeting for excursions will provide you with more exciting exercise options, such as kayaking.
- If your budget is small, try walking the city, taking a ball to the beach, or going to a national park.
- If you have a bigger budget, rent a pedal car with your family, take a rafting trip, or go rock climbing.
- Take a walking tour of the city. Pounding the pavement to see popular sights and enjoy what the city has to offer is a great way to be active on vacation! You can join a scheduled walking tour, or you can take your own.[13]
- Grab a map of the city and chart your way to popular spots.
- Check brochures or talk to hotel staff to find traditional walking tours. For example, you might be able to take a tour of the downtown area, or you could take a nighttime ghost tour.
- Rent a bike to pedal around the city. Bicycling is a fun way to tour a new city, and you'll get a great workout in the process! You may be able to rent a single-person bicycle, tandem bike, or pedal car, all of which will help you have fun while staying fit.
- You can also look for a bike sharing program.[14]
- If there's a local waterway, you could try a pedal boat instead. Invite friends or family to join you for a leisurely tour around the waterway.
- Enjoy an outdoor adventure. Most vacation spots have opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, such as national parks, picturesque views, or active tourist sites. Take advantage of these opportunities to stay active while enjoying your trip. Here are some excellent options:[15]
- Take a hike in nearby forests, swamplands, mountains, etc.
- Go rock climbing.
- Take a rafting or sailing trip.
- Paddle a canoe or kayak.
- Take a frisbee, beach ball, football, or volleyball to the beach.
- Take the stairs when sightseeing. Stairs engage your muscles and increase your heart rate. When you can, choose to take the stairs rather than an elevator. This will add to your calorie burn throughout the day.[16]
- If you're worried about safety, ask a friend or family member to join you on the stairs. It's not a good idea to be alone in a staircase, as you could fall or encounter an individual you don't know.
- Engage in the local culture through music and dancing. Many vacation spots are famous for a particular style of music or dancing. You can look for local dance events or invite a special person along for a night out that will include dancing at popular music venues.[17]
- For example, Hawaii has the hula, Nashville offers country twangs and line dancing, New Orleans is home to jazz, Spain is famous for the salsa, Brazil is known for the Samba, Argentina offers the tango, and Japan is known for Kabuki.[18]
- Search Facebook events for dance offerings while you're in town.
- Look online for local venues that offer dance nights.
- Perform discreet exercises while waiting in line. You may find yourself waiting to see popular local attractions or waiting for a table at dinner time. When this happens, use your wait time to exercise! You can stand on one leg, perform calf raises, squeeze your glutes, do mini squats, roll your shoulders back to lift your sternum, and do deep breathing.[19]
- You can also try walking or jogging in place, if you don't care that people will see.
- You might also dance while in line, which is a fun option if you have kids or there's music playing nearby.
- Wake up early! You can do your exercise first thing in the morning.
- Bring a refillable water bottle with you so you can stay hydrated throughout your trip. This will also minimize temptation to indulge in high calorie drinks when you're thirsty.
- Stick to healthy eating habits by packing nutritious snacks! You can also stop by the grocery store when you arrive at your destination.
- Don't let being busy stop you from exercising! If you're on a business trip, review reports or your presentation while you pedal a stationary bike or walk on a treadmill.
- Don't overthink your workout. Any activity can help you stay fit and burn calories!
- Start your day with a quick cardio blast. Set a timer for 5-10 minutes, then do jumping jacks, squats, and jog in place.
[Edit]Warnings - Don't push yourself beyond your comfort zone, as you could accidentally injure yourself. Stick to exercises you know you can do without injury.
[Edit]Things You'll Need - Lightweight workout clothes
- Running shoes
- Bathing suits
- MP3 Player
- Headphones
- Streaming service (optional)
- DVD (optional)
- Lightweight dumbbells
- Resistance bands (optional)
- Water bottle
- Yoga mat (optional)
- Sports equipment, such as tennis racket (if there are tennis courts)
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| How to Tie Dye Shorts Posted: 22 Aug 2019 01:00 AM PDT Tie dyeing never seems to go out of style, and trendsetters are always coming up with new ways to rock it! Tie dye shorts are a unique way to incorporate a bit of 60's flair into your wardrobe, and it is easy to create a pair yourself. Buy a pair of new or used white shorts to tie dye, choose your colors, and use the tie dye style that you like best! [Edit]Designing Your Tie Dye Shorts - Get a pair of white shorts that you are comfortable tie dyeing. You can use a pair of shorts you already own, or go out and buy a pair to tie dye! Check second hand stores and discount clothing stores for a low-cost pair of shorts. If you cannot find white shorts, get the lightest color denim shorts you can find, such as powder blue, cream, or light pink.
- You can also bleach a pair or dark denim shorts to tie dye. Just pour enough bleach over the shorts to saturate them. Do this while they are in a sink or bathtub, and then rinse the bleach out after they have lightened to the desired color.[1] Make sure to wear gloves when you do this.
- Choose 2 or more tie dye colors. You can choose complimentary or contrasting colors, but you will need at least 2 colors to get a tie dye effect. Tie dye colors are available at craft stores and big box stores. Some color combinations you might try include:
- A bright color paired with black, such as teal and black, or pink and black, or yellow and black.
- Rainbow colors, such as red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.
- Pastel colors, such as light pink, lavender, and powder blue.
- Lay the shorts flat for a layered tie dye effect. You can get a subtle tie dye effect without any special twisting or crumpling techniques. Just lay the shorts out on a flat surface and decide where and how you want to tie dye them.[2]
- For example, you could dye the area around the waistband 1 color, then dye the next section a different color, and so on to the bottom of the shorts.
- Crumple the shorts for bursts of color all over. You can crumple up the shorts like a piece of paper and then place rubber bands all over to secure them. The rubber bands should criss cross each other to create small sections all over the fabric. These sections will be your guides when you apply the tie dye.[3]
- Twist the shorts for a spiral tie dye effect. Choose a center point on the shorts and start twisting the shorts from that point. Then, place a rubber band about every to secure the twisted shorts and create neat sections for you to tie dye.[4]
- For example, you could grasp the shorts on the top corner where the waistband will fall on your hip and start twisting from there.
[Edit]Applying the Tie Dye - Wash and dry the shorts to get the best dye coverage. It is best to start with clean shorts, so run the shorts through your washer and dryer as you normally would.
- Make sure there are no other clothes in the washer if you have just bleached the shorts or the bleach will damage your other clothing.
- Place the shorts on a garbage bag to protect your surfaces. Tie dye can stain fabric, carpet, and other types of surfaces if it gets onto it, so make sure to protect your work area. Place a garbage bag over the area where you will be working before you start. Then, place your shorts and all of your materials onto the work surface.[5]
- Tie dye can also stain your skin and clothes if it gets onto it. Make sure to protect your hands with a pair of plastic, vinyl, or latex gloves before you begin.
- You should also put on an old t-shirt and pants to ensure that you do not accidentally stain some of your favorite clothes. If you have a dark colored apron, then you can wear it over your clothing while you tie dye.
- Soak the shorts in soda ash and water mixture for 20 minutes if desired. To get the brightest possible colors, you can start by soaking your shorts in a mixture of soda ash and water. Place the shorts into the soda ash and water mixture and let them soak for 20 minutes. Then, remove them from the solution and wring them out with your hands, but don't rinse them.[6]
- Soda ash is often included in tie dye kits, but if it isn't included, then you can also buy it separately. However, keep in mind that this is optional.
- Follow the manufacturer's instructions for mixing the soda ash and water.
- Mix the dye according to the manufacturer's instructions. Each tie dye bottle should only require that you add water and shake it well to prepare the dye, but read and follow the instructions that came with your tie dye kit.[7]
- Make sure to screw the lid onto the bottle well and cover the tip of the bottle with your gloved finger before you shake it.
- Squirt the tie dye onto the shorts in even layers for a gradient effect. If you are doing a layered tie dye, then go from the top to the bottom of your shorts and apply an equal amount of each color dye to each section. You can start with the darkest colors and then apply the lighter ones, or vice versa.[8]
- If you are using more than 2 colors, make sure to apply the other dyes in equal amounts to other equal-sized sections.
- Apply dye between rubber bands for a burst tie dye effect. If you are doing a burst-effect tie dye using crumpled shorts secured with rubber bands, then apply the dye in specific spots throughout the fabric. Use the rubber bands as your guides and fill each fabric section surrounded by the rubber bands with a different color dye. Leave some empty spots around each area where you apply the dye, and then use the next color(s) to fill in these areas.[9]
- If you are using a few colors, make sure to leave enough spaces blank to do an equal number of sections for each color.
- Dye sections in succession if you are doing twist tie dye. If you are doing a twist tie dye job, then apply the first dye to the first section. Then, count the number of spaces equal to the amount of dyes you are using to find where to apply this dye color next. Apply the dye and keep doing this until there are no more sections. Then, repeat the same process with the next color of dye starting at the second section.[10]
- For example, if you are dying with 3 colors, then apply the first dye to the first section, and then count to the next space 3 sections from that 1. Apply each color of dye to the sections in this way.
- Turn the shorts over and squirt the same dye colors onto the sections. No matter which type of tie dye effect you want to create, it is important to make sure both sides are dyed the same way. If you put different color dyes on the same section, they will mix together and change into a different color. Turn the shorts over after you finish applying the dye on the first side and then apply it exactly the same way on the other side.[11]
- Keep in mind that some color mixing is inevitable. You just want to avoid too much mixing to ensure that you get a vibrant multicolor effect.
[Edit]Rinsing and Drying Your Shorts - Let the shorts rest for 6 to 8 hours. It will take a while for the dye to saturate the fabric and bind with the fibers of your shorts, so plan to leave them alone for at least 6 hours or even overnight.[12] Make sure to place the shorts somewhere that they will be out of the way, such as in your bathtub or in a seldom used room.
- Keep the trashbag under the shorts or place them into a Ziploc bag to protect your surfaces from the dye.
- Keep the shorts out of the reach of children and pets.
- Remove the rubber bands. After the resting time is up, put on a fresh pair of gloves to protect your skin and take the rubber bands off of the shorts. Be careful not to slop the dye onto any of your surfaces as you do this. Take off the rubber bands over a trashbag, a bathtub, sink, or outside.
- Rinse the dye off the shorts. Rinse the shorts under lukewarm running water until the water runs clear. This will get the majority of the dye out so that it will not stain the other areas of the shorts when you wash them.[13]
- Make sure that you keep the gloves on while you rinse the shorts to protect your skin from the dye.
- Wash and dry the shorts separate from your other clothing. There will still be some dye left on the shorts after you rinse them, so running them through the washer is essential. Use a mild detergent and wash the shorts on the warm or cool setting, depending on what the fabric requires. Then, put the shorts into the dryer until they are completely dry.[14]
- Check the tag if you are not sure what temperature to wash the shorts on.
- After your shorts are clean and dry, they are ready to wear!
[Edit]Things You'll Need - White shorts
- Bleach (optional)
- Tie dye
- Soda ash (optional)
- Trash bag
- Gloves
- Old clothes and/or an apron
- Rubber bands
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