From vibrant pops of color to psychedelic prints and trippy designs, tie-dye clothing comes in a plethora of shades and patterns. In fact, no two results are the same regardless of how uniform you keep the colors and the process. That’s the beauty of this technique! As the name suggests, tie-dye includes tying a piece of garment and then dyeing it using a multitude of colors. The tied-up part gets shielded from the dye. You can then refold the garment and repeat the technique to achieve stellar patterns and hues.
While you can purchase a tie-dyed garment from your local store, there’s no fun in it. Today, we’ll take you through the top-rated tie-dye kits of 2025 that are sure to bring out your creative side. Plus, we’ve also included a comprehensive buyer’s guide to answer all your tie-dye kit questions.
Starting things off is this tie-dye kit from Tulip. It comes with 18 squeeze bottles that contain 1.8 ounces of dye each. Varying from bottle to bottle, the colors included in this kit range from vibrant shades of fuchsia and coral to classic red and yellow hues. Along with the squeeze bottles, this kit also includes six pairs of protective rubber gloves and 90 rubber bands. Use the bands to tie part of the tie-dye and the gloves will help keep your hands clean during the dye process.
Speaking of cleanliness, this kit also comes with a large table cover to help you set everything up. While there’s a lot to like about this tie-dye kit, its ease of use sets it apart from the others on our list, making this our best overall pick.
The HIPPIE CRAFTER Tie Dye Kit is the perfect choice for crafting vibrant and colorful designs on fabric. This DIY tie-dye kit comes with everything you need to tie dye up to six shirts, clothes, pillowcases and even hair ties. At the heart of this kit are 24 different colors of tie dye powder that produce remarkably rich shades and beautiful pastels. The pigment is ultra-pigmented and long-lasting, remaining bright even after multiple washes. Plus, all the dyes are non-toxic and easy to clean up.
Thanks to its convenient resealable bottles and case, you can store unused items for multiple projects. Plus, included in the kit are 100 rubber bands for tying clothes, four spray bottles for unique spray dye designs, five pairs of gloves, two funnels, a large plastic clean workspace sheet, and detailed instructions that make this kit user-friendly for novice crafters.
If you’re all about monochromatic shades when it comes to tie-dye clothing, consider opting for this kit from DOODLE HOG. This kit comes with three bottles of clothing dye in different colors, plus two refills per color, giving you a total of nine dye bottles. Each squeezable bottle comes with 4 ounces of liquid with 8 ounces of refill.
What’s more, this kit contains 30 ties, gloves and an instruction manual so you can learn how to make your favorite tie-dye designs. Plus, you’ll also receive soda ash, which helps you pre-soak the garment before dyeing. What more could you ask for?
Planning to go all tie-dye with your cotton garments? If so, check out this kit from Just My Style. This tie-dye kit comes with eight squeezable bottles of dye, with each bottle containing roughly 0.19 ounces of liquid, which should last for at least 18 projects. This manufacturer provides plenty of buying options in a variety of shades, including neon and radical rainbow.
What’s more, this tie-dye kit also includes a pair of disposable gloves and 20 rubber bands, along with the instructional manual, so you have everything you need to get started!
Next up, we’ve got the Emooqi Tie Dye Kit, which offers the complete package. This impressive kit comes with 26 squeezable bottles of dye. Coming with the dye pigment, this kit requires you to fill the bottles up on your own with the included pigment. Plus, the manufacturer has even included a funnel to make this process a breeze.
What’s more, you’ll also receive a spoon to scoop out the pigment along with 160 rubber bands and an instruction manual. As an added bonus, this kit includes 10 pairs of rubber gloves, two tablecloths, and two aprons for a mess-free application.
This tie-dye kit from S·E·I does things a little differently. Unlike the squeezable liquid bottles on our list, this dye comes in spray form, which is incredibly user-friendly. From cotton candy and neon to camo and sunset, there are nine kits to choose from. Each kit comes with a set of three colors to get the required effect. What’s more, these impressive spray bottles contain 2 ounces of liquid, which should be enough for six to 12 projects. As an added bonus, this manufacturer has included an idea booklet so you can explore different tie-dyeing methods.
While adorning yourself in multi-colored t-shirts, socks and masks is the fun part, choosing a high-quality tie-dye set isn’t as easy or as fun. Below, we’ve written a detailed guide on how to navigate the market and choose the right kit for you and your friends.
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The dye used for this technique usually comes in squeeze bottles. Featuring a nozzle at the top of this flexible plastic container, simply aim the bottle at the fabric you’d like to die and squeeze it to release the color. You can also unscrew the top and refill the bottle when it runs out.
Some tie-dye kits come with spray bottles. Spraying color onto your shirt is a lot easier (and more fun) than squeezing it in small amounts. Spraying also gives you more control of the spritz direction.
First, you’ll want to think about the colors you need. Unless you’re planning a very specific project, consider splurging on a kit with a variety of colors. These sets will usually have dyes in the primary shades allowing you to easily create your own color combinations.
Next, think about the quantity of dye you need. Quantity is usually measured in ounces and it’ll be mentioned on the product page. The general rule of thumb is to choose tie-dye kits with a decent amount of dye if it’s your first time trying this hobby, which will give you ample dye for some trial and error.
Some kits also come with replaceable dye. These options are worth keeping an eye out for if you plan to create a lot of tie-dye pieces. You can get a good idea of how many projects a tie-dye kit will last by reading through the customer reviews.
Finally, you should take into account all the contents of your tie-dye kit. If it’s your first time, consider kits that come with cleaning supplies — such as gloves and table clothes — and lots of rubber bands.
As far as price goes, you can expect to pay between $10 and $30 for a decent tie-dye kit. The price will depend on the quantity and quality of the contents within the kit.
Paying a higher price for a kit that contains extra rubber bands doesn’t make much sense while expensive kits with dye refills and bags of pre-soak ash are usually worth it.
Keep in mind that tie-dye kits are not compatible with all types of fabrics. While some inks shine brighter on natural fabrics, like cotton and wool, others provide better results when used to dye synthetic clothes, like polyester and lycra. You can get a good idea of the best fabric to use a particular tie-dye kit on by reading through the product description and some customer testimonials.
The tie-dye kit you ultimately choose should also be easy to use. The last thing you want is to waste an entire bottle of dye just because you squeezed it a bit too tightly or didn’t know about the measurements for mixing.
While the exact type of supplies vary from kit to kit, you can expect to get an assortment of disposable gloves, rubber bands and bottles of dye. Most kits also include a guide to help you get started with the kit and some cleaning supplies.
Washing your tie-dye fabrics in cold water is the best way to maintain the colors. This will ensure the fabric doesn't lose its color.
No! You must let your tie-dyed fabric sit for eight to 24 hours before rinsing it. The exact time varies depending on the type of fabric and colors used and the climate of where you live.
You should soak your tie dye in equal parts white vinegar and cold water for 30 minutes after you initially rinse out the dye from your garment. After the first couple of washes, wash the tie dye in cold water to prevent dye from fading.
You should wash your fabric and leaving it damp before tie-dyeing, as the dye has an easier time saturating the fabric when it's wet.
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