A picture is worth a 1000 Words

Well, its is getting closer to our trip time, and we're working on the finishing touches of things. One of the things we are working on now are our Mickey Tie-Dye shirts. There are tons of discussions out on the internet about making Mickey Tie-Dyes. Typically, they look much like the picture to the right.

We are planning to do some, but I don't think we are going to do them all the traditional way of a centered Mickey head on every shirt. We'll probably do at least one, but I'm hoping to experiment and come up with some variations on the design.

If you would like to see some directions on this, check out the DISBoards. There are always folks over there doing all kinds of DISigns. There are people helping people. Its just a great site for Disney Enthusiasts. Invitations, Iron-on graphics, and a host of other creative designs to add something special to your Disney trip at a cheaper costs. The name fills are my favorites. BreezyBus DISigned this one for me. I'm a 626 - Stitch Fan, and I really like the DISign she made. I've heard some kids even say they'd rather have their tie-dyed shirt  or name fill one than ones purchased at the parks.  Either way check out these folks, do some google searches on the best way to tie-dye, and get yourself outfitted for the parks.

Here's a few tips on Tie-Dying shirts.

• Wash and dry your shirts - Do not use Fabric Softener
• Soak Shirts in Soda Ash for about 30 minutes before you dye them.
• Dye both sids of the shirt
• Put shirts in Ziplocked bags for 24 hours after dying them.
• Rinse in hot water before washing.

I hope you have fun with this activity, and here's to daughter enjoying them.