DIY Tie-Dye Chalkboard Signs

If you're looking to add a personal touch to your events or home decor, DIY tie-dye chalkboard signs are a fantastic way to do just that! They are not only fun and easy to make but also allow you to unleash your creative side. By combining the vibrant and unique patterns of tie-dye with the practicality of chalkboard signs, you can create eye-catching and customizable decorations that are perfect for any occasion. So grab some chalkboard paint, tie-dye kit, and let your imagination run wild as you create beautiful and personalized signs that will surely impress your guests. Get ready to add a pop of color and creativity to your space with these DIY tie-dye chalkboard signs!

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Creating the Tie-Dye Effect

Start by setting up a workspace for painting. We used a self-healing cutting mat as our work surface, which was easy to wipe up after we were done.

Use a large paintbrush to cover the wooden frame of the chalkboard with a layer of water. This can be repeated so the frame is wet enough that when we add watercolor, the color will bleed. Wet the watercolor palette so the paint pods are wet, then add watercolor paint to the wooden frame in small patches of color around the chalkboard. Use water to make the paint on the frame bleed more.

Tips for Getting a Great Tie-Dye Effect

• The paint will spread so be sure to use colors next to each other that will look nice when mixed.
• Some colors may need more than one layer of paint to show up.
• Press your paint brush into the paint palette a little harder than you usually would to grab more pigment from the pods.
• Let the chalkboard door sign dry for about 24 hours.

How to Create Tie-Dye Ribbon

While the chalkboard is drying, create your own tie-dye ribbon! I used white grosgrain ribbon, but you can use any type of white ribbon as long a sit can absorb the watercolor paint and not repel it. Fold the ribbon several times so the bundle of ribbon is about 4-6″ long. Wrap rubber bands tightly around the ribbon bundle, then dip the ribbon into a cup of water and paint the ribbon with watercolor paint. Use a different color between each set of rubber bands.

I painted the outside of the ribbon and then set it on its side and pushed my paintbrush down in-between the layers of ribbon to try to get the paint to reach all layers. Let the ribbon dry for 24 hours and then unwrap it. The outer layers of the ribbon will be darker than the inner layers but there should be a cool tie-dye effect on the ribbon!

Use the ribbon to create a hanging loop and fun bow accents.

Attach the hanging loop to the back of the chalkboard using strong double-sided tape (I used 1/2″ Scor-Tape) or use hot glue. Add a bow to the bottom corner for a cute detail!

You can skip the tie-dye ribbon and just use colorful ribbon to add a hanging loop.

The chalkboard bedroom door sign is finished!