- Inspiration: v16108How to tie-dye with stringCreating beautiful tie-dye patterns with string on cotton fabric is easy. Fold the fabric, wrap string around it and dye it with fabric dye. Wash and dry your cotton fabric item to remove any potential residue from the manufacturing process. Cover the table with plastic and use disposable plastic gloves when tie-dyeing. 100 ml fabric dye is enough to completely dye approx. 700 g white cotton fabric.