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Diy Rit dye projects {thinking outside the box}

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Hello there!

So let me tell you…….

When I had the opportunity to work with Rit dye  and try out their products, I jumped at it.

You know why?

Because I have never once tried Rit dye or done a Rit dye project in my life in my life.

Why?

Not sure, I think I was intimidated, dye, bleach, me, any liquid that can stain, usually don’t go together.

I am so glad I stepped out of my comfort zone and gave it try.

 

So come along with me and let’s see how this all was done!

With so many colors to choose from, which one would I pick?

26 to be exact both in liquid and powder form. As you can see I was given the liquid form.

You see Sunshine Orange spoke to me,

happy, vibrant and perfect for Halloween.

I decided NOT to go the traditional way of dying fabric.  Nothing wrong with that, and I will give it try soon.

I just wanted to try something different.

I had picked up a few of these wood plaque boards at Hobby lobby some time ago.

They were only $2.00 or so a piece.

I certainly can come up with something.

OK, now what?
I painted the Rit dye straight up, no water added, nothing.

It painted on wood just beautiful.

I let it dry for around an hour or so.

Hello family plaque.

I had these cute felt owls from last year.

With Halloween right around the corner, this would be perfect.

Of course the Stick, and pine cone came from my own backyard.

Hmmm….

I think this needs to go on the front door.

Welcome!

Now with some of the other wonderful Rit dye color choices, I must get busy.

Disclosure: I wrote this post for Rit Dye and Blue print social.  All opinions in this post are my own.

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Filed Under: DIY, Fall wreath, Halloween, Reviews and sponsored posts, Rit dye, Stenciling Projects

Comments

  1. Linda says

    September 25 at 8:09 am

    Something new. Rit Dye. I used this many years ago to colour a sweater. Love your cute sign.
    These plaques are in abundance at our $ store.

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  2. Jessica @ Mom 4 Real says

    September 25 at 8:14 am

    How original! I love that you went in a different direction…it’s the cutest plaque/wreath I’ve seen! Love the owls too!

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  3. Penny @ The Comforts of Home & Flea Market Makeovers says

    September 25 at 8:25 am

    That is great! I didn’t even think about dying wood! As a child of the 60’s I have tie dyed many a t-shirt :-).

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  4. Pamela says

    September 25 at 8:33 am

    i loved that you used it with wood! that’s what i was going to do for my project but backed out at last minute. its so cute!

    Pamela

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  5. Martina says

    September 25 at 8:44 am

    Never knew you could paint with Rit Dye! Love that sweet little sign you made, it looks great tied in with your wreath! Can’t wait to see what you have planned next!

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  6. Kathleen says

    September 25 at 8:45 am

    Looks great! I considered doing something with dyed wood and RIT dye but then chose wool. There are so many possibilities!

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  7. Diane Kaul says

    September 25 at 8:45 am

    I just love this wreath! It is seriously cute, cute, cute!

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  8. Shannon Fox says

    September 25 at 8:57 am

    Wow that orange is so perfect. I would have never thought to paint onto wood with it? The wee owls are so cute. Perfect for Fall and Halloween! Double duty. Love it ๐Ÿ™‚

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  9. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    September 25 at 9:23 am

    I love this, Debbie! I would never have thought to paint with Rit dye. Although, I could just see me getting it where it doesn’t belong! Love the plaque. The owls are too cute!

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  10. Jo says

    September 25 at 9:31 am

    Your thinking on things is impressive…always thinking out of the box(or bottle-teehehe)…your creativity is marvelous…I really love the way this turned out…you go gurl!!!

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  11. MariaElena says

    September 25 at 9:32 am

    Debbie, it is so pretty on your wreath! You know I love the stencil on it! I had a really bad incident many years ago with Rit Dye, so I have been scared to use it since. Glad to know it can be used in different ways, not just fabric. Great post!

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  12. gail says

    September 25 at 9:46 am

    Debbie–your plaque is sooo cute! WHOOOOO (pun intended) knew you could “paint” with Rit Dye!

    gail

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  13. Laura @ Our Prairie Home says

    September 25 at 10:00 am

    Debbie, that is so cute! Love me some owls and this is just perfect. What a fantastic idea! Love it!

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  14. Lori @ Vintage Charm Restored says

    September 25 at 10:17 am

    Oh Debbie that is Hootiful!! I love it!! Love the wreath part behind the plaque too!! So cute so cute!! Have a great day!!

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  15. Tess Maxey says

    September 25 at 10:21 am

    This is just adorable Debbie!!!

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  16. priscilla says

    September 25 at 10:33 am

    Super cute !!

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  17. Linda @ A La Carte says

    September 25 at 10:38 am

    Debbie that little plaque is adorable! Love it ! Who knew Rit dye!!

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  18. Becca says

    September 25 at 10:48 am

    Perfect! โ™ฅ The natural branch and pine cone is the perfect touch.

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  19. Kathryn says

    September 25 at 10:50 am

    Okay… this is one of my most favorite things that you have done! I love the owls, but the branch and pine cone are genius! That is just perfection!

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  20. Peggy Renie says

    September 25 at 10:55 am

    Hi Debbie,
    Fabulous! I haven’t used Rit Dye since the Tie-Dye Days, but you’re way too young to remember all that glorious stuff. I love how you create so many wonderful things without spending beaucoup bucks! Your projects are truly an inspiration to all, Happy Fall! Peggy

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  21. Barbara F. says

    September 25 at 11:13 am

    I thought Rit dye was just for fabric! Silly me. Very cute plaque, love the owls. xo

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  22. Bliss says

    September 25 at 11:43 am

    Cute. I certainly never thought of using dye as a stain, pretty smart really. Is that “The” recycled wreath as a base or a new one?

    ~Bliss~

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  23. linda says

    September 25 at 12:09 pm

    i have used rite dye to redye my black pants and jeans they always use to fade and where still in good shape.I love the idea of the wood the color is perfect .The sign is so cute and the branch and pine cone are the perfect touch.wow what will you come up with next awsome ideas:)

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  24. Viki says

    September 25 at 12:23 pm

    This is really cool, Deb.

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  25. Beverly says

    September 25 at 12:36 pm

    Debbie, this is darling. I’ve never thought of using Rit dye on wood. Great idea.

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  26. Kim says

    September 25 at 12:47 pm

    OMG, that is too stinking cute. I love owls and they are perfect on that board. Wow, never thought to paint with dye. Learn something new every day.

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  27. Dawn says

    September 25 at 12:54 pm

    Debbie, that is to stinking cute, and l love that you recycled the wreath.

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  28. Dee says

    September 25 at 2:23 pm

    So cute indeed Debbie! It looks beautiful on your front door.

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  29. debra says

    September 25 at 2:29 pm

    That is so cute ! the owls are adorable on that plaque

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  30. Judy says

    September 25 at 4:15 pm

    Debbie: This turned out so well. I’ve dyed fabric but never wood..Happy Tuesday..Judy

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  31. [email protected] says

    September 25 at 5:50 pm

    Debbie…that is so very, very cute…..Rit dye…great product….I remember as a kid doing projects, my mom would dye the popsicle sticks with Rit Dye…Love the “owl family”….as you all are such a “hoot”…a great fun loving family!!

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  32. Karen says

    September 25 at 7:38 pm

    Oh Debbie that is so cute. The owls are adorable and you found the perfect twig for it. Rit dye on wood hmmm, I think I need to try this.

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  33. Shannon @ A Cozy Place Called Home says

    September 25 at 9:43 pm

    The plaque is very cute and the wreath gives it substance it wouldn’t have on it’s own. I think this is my favorite project you’ve done Debbie. I used to use Rit Dye back in the 80s when tie dye and colored demin was so popular

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  34. [email protected] says

    September 25 at 10:49 pm

    These are just too adorable, and who but you would think about using Rit on wood! The owls are super cute too. They’re so popular this year, or is that just me?!

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  35. JennyLynn says

    September 26 at 8:25 am

    Very cute! I have some rite dye sitting in my cupboard right now. But, I have been a little nervous about working with it. You have made it look like a breeze. Will Be pulling it out soon and dipping some fabric into it so as create something fabulous.

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  36. Heather says

    September 26 at 8:31 am

    How fun! I never thought to use dye on wood! The plaque is too cute! i love the little owls. It looks great on the wreath. My favorite of the spots!!

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  37. Adventuresindinner says

    September 26 at 9:12 am

    You never cease to amaze!

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  38. patti says

    September 26 at 9:29 am

    Great idea….now my” wheels are turning”!!

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  39. Lynn says

    September 26 at 10:22 am

    Your little owl family is adorable! I’ve been wanting to give a dye project a try and you’ve just inspired me!

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  40. Shannon says

    September 26 at 11:30 am

    What? I’m a dork. I had no idea you could dye anything but fabric with Rit! The things I learn . . . Your plaque is adorable–I love your fall owl family! SO cute.
    Thanks for teaching me something today, Debbie. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  41. The Polka Dot Closet says

    September 26 at 12:59 pm

    Who knew you could paint with it! Your family plaque is adorable!

    Carol

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  42. Jacque @theDIYvillge says

    September 28 at 10:40 am

    Oh wow this is adorable! I love how you used it in your wreath, very creative!!!

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  43. Jana says

    September 30 at 9:50 am

    Debbie,
    This is just too cute! I’ve never used Rit dye either. Your choice of using it on wood is very unique. Love your little plaque!!

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  44. Danice says

    October 3 at 2:32 am

    Very nice and informative, Debbie. I will have to try to make one for myself ๐Ÿ™‚

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  45. oldthings says

    October 6 at 11:34 am

    So cute this plaque ! The colour is so bright !
    Olympia

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  46. kristin says

    July 17 at 3:21 pm

    This is so cute Debbie!! OK…I am embarrassed to say but this is the first time I have heard about this product….

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  47. Lisa Palmese says

    July 29 at 10:27 am

    I Love Love Love this !!! would Love some Sparkle on the Pine Cone lol That came out so amazingly adorable!!
    Please this year put it Out Maybe in a Different way or the same way. !! I Love Love Love it!!! Brilliant!!
    Lisa

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  48. linda says

    August 2 at 9:19 am

    i just had to come back and see this clever idea again i love how the rite dye looks on the wood like a white wash stain .I bet it would even look great on a piece of furniture ,What a wonderful idea ๐Ÿ™‚

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  49. Gary says

    October 5 at 7:52 pm

    I found your aricle while trying, without any success at all, to find something, ANYTHING on using liquid dyes instead of watercolor, inks or paints as an art material. I’m an artist and it seems only natural to use Rit liquid dyes as a painting substitute for abstract painting. Heck, it could even be added to acrylic gel medium, to thicken it and make it more archival. But, WHY does everything I find assume that the ONLY thing you can do with dye is dye fabrics?! It’s like thinking the only thing you can do with paper is write on it!

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    • debbiedoo's says

      October 5 at 9:23 pm

      Exactly Gary! My point exactly. Thanks for your comment.

      Reply
    • debbiedoo's says

      October 5 at 9:24 pm

      Also, the rit dye with gesso is an awesome combination. Gesso, LOVES dye.

      Reply

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