Sunburst Tie Dye Deco Block
The Sunburst Tie Dye Deco Block is a groovy craft that can liven up any room in your home. This intermediate level tie dye technique uses glass paint and a blowing method to achieve the sunburst design. The bright colors of this funky home decor would go great in a kid's room. Although this craft may be slightly challenging, you are sure to have some fun with this painting idea. If you know anyone passionate about tie dye or hippie culture, this could be a wonderful gift idea for them.
Primary TechniquePainting
Materials:
- Gallery Glass ® Window Color™ - Sunny Yellow, 2 oz., Kelly Green, 2 oz., Amethyst, 2 oz., Ruby Red, 2 oz., Pumpkin Orange, 2 oz., Aqua, 2 oz.
- Gallery Glass ® Surfaces - Leading Blanks
- Large glass block
- Drinking straw
- Craft knife or scissors
Instructions:
- Squeeze a quarter size dollop of Ruby Red Window Color in the center of the Leading Blank.
- Squeeze a circle of Pumpkin Orange out around the red, followed by Sunny Yellow, Kelly Green, Aqua, and Amethyst.
- Starting in the center, and working out, gently blow through the straw to get your desired tie-dye effect. Let dry overnight.
- Carefully peel dry Window Color up from the Leading Blank and cut to fit the Glass Block. Use your fingers to smooth the Window color into place.
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