Best Fabric Dyes

Tie-dye Fun

All bottles are filled with nontoxic, water-soluble dye that's ready to use in seconds with results that stand the test of time.

Easy setup compared to most with universal praise. Buyers note the vibrant colors and helpful step-by-step guide for beginner tie-dye artists. Packaging doubles as a handy tote for taking the dye kit on the road. Ideal for daycares, birthday parties, and other large groups and gatherings.

Fabric Fun Pastel Dye Sticks

Dye meant to be used within a day of activation. May be too much for individual tie-dye artists.

Best Bang for the Buck

Pentel

Crayons for Clothes

Acid-free pigment in crayon form for detailed fabric drawing that becomes permanent when set with an iron.

Fun for older children and adults. Buyers praise the ease of use, similar to standard pastel drawing. Has a fashionable tint. Many note the vibrancy of such an inexpensive and easily applicable option. Crayon slides smoothly on fabric.

1-Step Tie-Dye Shibori Kit Premium Supplies

Younger kids may have a hard time figuring them out. Some lost vibrancy on first wash.

Tulip

Best for Experts

A 5-color tie-dye set for the Shibori method, which works great on soft fabrics like cotton.

Most accessories included. Shibori technique adds a layer of intrigue to an already enjoyable process. Set includes 3 blues, black, and gray for cool designs. Buyers appreciate included inspiration guide. Great for group projects, as each bottle yields 30 projects.

Indigo Shibori Tie Dye Kit

Color loses vibrancy as soon as dye is activated. Best to use it all at once after it's activated.

Rit

Learn Shibori

While other tie-dye kits tend to focus on pouring, Rit teaches users the advanced Japanese art of Shibori.

Nontoxic indigo dye works on most standard fabrics. Box includes rubber band, twine, squares, gloves, and ColorStay dye fixative to minimize bleeding through wash and wear. Buyers thank the easy-to-follow instructions for helping them learn a new technique. Works with other Rit dyes.

Nakoma Rit BACK2BLACK Kit

Dark colors are not dark enough for some, especially after drying.

Rit

Revive Black Clothing

Dye kit doesn't just bring your black clothes back to life, but also helps dark colors pop on other dye-based projects.

Works fantastically on several fabric surfaces. Nontoxic and safe to wash in a sink. Set includes Rit's ColorStay dye fixative to offset bleeding. Buyers laud the dye's adherence to thin and thick fabrics alike. Many note satisfying results when users follow included detailed instructions.