Colorful Ice Dye Textile Workshop
Group Size
Individual participants or small groups (1–20 participants)
What You’ll Create
1 Colorful Ice-dyed T-shit
1 Cotton Shawl (175x80 cm)
1 Cotton Bandana (50x50 cm)
Duration
~ 2–3 hours (Depending on skill level)
Language
English and Thai
What to Bring
Nothing — all materials and tools are provided
Format
At our Bangkok Studio.
Morning session 9:00 – 12:00
Afternoon session 13:00 – 16:00
Overview
Explore the vibrant technique of ice dyeing, where melting ice slowly pushes powdered dye through fabric to create bold, organic color patterns.
In this hands-on workshop at GIGIPAYNE Studio in Bangkok, you will learn how to fold and prepare fabric, apply reactive dyes, and use ice to produce unpredictable watercolor-like effects. As the ice melts, the colors blend and spread naturally, creating one-of-a-kind designs.
This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in textile dyeing, color experimentation, and wearable art. By the end of the session, you will create a unique hand-dyed piece and gain practical techniques to continue experimenting with ice dyeing at home.
Techniques & Materials
Participants will practice the essential steps used in ice dyeing.
You will learn how to:
Prepare fabric for reactive dyeing
Fold or bind textiles to influence patterns
Apply powdered dyes for layered color effects
Use ice to distribute pigments across the fabric
Rinse and reveal the final dyed design
All materials are provided, including:
Cotton T-shirts or scarf
Reactive powdered dyes
Ice dyeing trays and tools
Protective gloves and dyeing equipment
Throughout the workshop you will experiment with different color combinations and folding techniques.
Your Creative Project
During the workshop you will create a custom ice-dyed textile piece.
Participants will:
Fold or bind fabric to prepare the pattern
Apply powdered dyes and cover the textile with ice
Allow the melting ice to distribute color across the fabric
Unwrap and reveal the final design
You will leave with a one-of-a-kind ice-dyed T-shirt or cotton scarf, featuring vibrant and unpredictable color patterns.
Reviews
Ofir Laham Gliks
Been there today, amazing experience! Thank you so much
Thitirat Horlaied
Great team-building activities—I really enjoyed them!
