There’s a couple of key things to keep in mind – only use natural fabrics as they take the dye waaaay better than man-made fibers, and if you want a bold pattern ignore most tutorials and dip dry fabric into the dye. In my first attempt I tried to dye a wet tea towel but the water soaked up the dye and I ended up with a completely orange tea towel.

I couldn’t be happier with my second attempt though! I LOVE the bright bold colour and unique patterns that emerged. Another great thing about this technique is that no two towels will ever look the same, you get a new pattern every time. They would definitely make great gifts (Mother’s Day right around the corner…) and since you can do them in any colour under the sun, you can easily personalize them to anyone’s kitchen. This is a DIY I will encourage anyone to try – please share your projects with us, we’d love to see it!

What you’ll need:

• Plain white cotton tea towels
• Fabric dye
• Gloves
• Elastic bands
• Bucket

Fold your tea towels. For the first towel, I folded it in a wide accordion (about 4”), then starting at the bottom, fold up into a triangle. Continue making triangles until the entire towel is folded. Don’t worry if the triangle isn’t perfect! Secure with elastics (or in my case twine – I forgot to pick up elastics)

For the second towel, I folded it in a slimmer accordion (about 2”) and left it in a long rope shape. Secure with elastics.

Dip the towels one at a time into the dye (wearing gloves). Dip one side and then flip and dip the other side. I held the towels in the dye for about a minute or so. Don’t fully submerge the towel – dip it in and let the dye run through the folds.

Let the towels sit folded for about 10 mins and then remove the elastics. Spread them out on a drop cloth or clothes line to dry and you’re done!

Check our list of tie dye projects for more inspiration. Hope you had fun tie dying and happy crafting!

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There are tons of ideas to incorporate when creating a home coffee bar from the types of toppings to the decor surrounding it.  Take these hygge inspired coffee cups for example, you can place them on your coffee stand and play off of the hygge theme.  You could add to a farmhouse look and make a coffee mug hanger to hang them on, like this Pallet Coffee Station.

Whatever your colour scheme or material list is, this DIY Coffee Station will be the highlight! A quick stop to the local dollar store and some altering of materials and you’ve got this stand made.  I was able to find two wooden painting boards of different sizes that were perfect when turned upside down and stained a dark cherry.  To get the height, I used two table signs.  They originally had a chalkboard sign on them, that easily came off to leave a perfect post for the tiers.  Then for the top layer, a metal basket, I love this touch as it incorporates a mixed media feel and really fits with the current style of decor.  

This Easy DIY Coffee Bar Station Idea came together easily and affordably!  Let’s see how to make it..

What you’ll need:

• Two wooden boards
• Two posts for the tiers (consider using candle holders)
• A wire basket
• Stain
• Stain sponge or brush
• Chalk spray paint
• White spray paint
• Glue (wood glue is perfect)
• Hot glue gun

How to:

Firstly, we need to stain the wood.  Follow the instructions on the side of the can.  I like to use a rag to spread the stain, but you can use a stain sponge or brush. Stain only the bottom of the board, leaving the sides to be painted white, if desired.

Next I removed the chalkboards from the pillars, then sprayed them with a black chalkboard spray paint.  They needed multiple coats.  Allow them to dry between each coat.  One of the pillars needs to have another groove sawed into it, to hold the wire basket.  Be sure to do this BEFORE painting.

DIY Coffee Bar!

Once the stain on the boards is dry you can spray paint the sides white. Do this by covering the bottom with painters tape and some cardboard.  Make sure it’s sealed or the spray paint will leak onto the stain.

Next, glue it all the wood pieces together.  I used a wood glue and allowed it to dry completely overnight.

Finally, the top wire basket was added with a little bit hot glue from a glue gun.

Once it’s done and dry, you can add all the goodies!  Next to your coffee maker for an instant decor upgrade is certainly the best place for this coffee bar.  Add a variety of jars with your favourite coffee enhancers, stir sticks, mugs and coffee pods.  Don’t forget to finish the look off with some awesome coffee sayings and word art!

Looking for more kitchen decor ideas?  Certainly check out this Fun Citrus Lazy Susan or these Colour Pop Coasters by Champagne and Sugarplums. 

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DIY Home Coffee Bar Ideas

Colourful Spring Coffee Bar

Colourful Spring Coffee Bar & Mug Rack by Atta Girl Says

Barn Board Hanging Station

DIY Pallet Coffee Station by Our Crafty Mom

Free Printable Letter Art!

Free Printable for Coffee Lovers: “Good Days Start with Coffee and You” by Home Cooking Memories

DIY Up-cycled Coffee Art

Farmhouse Coffee Bar Sign by Cookies, Coffee & Crafts

Perfect bar set up with key elements

How to Make a Cozy Cocoa & Coffee Bar at Home by Sunny Day Family

Coffee Bar Station Idea

Easy DIY Coffee Bar Station Idea by And Then Home

Need a signature coffee bar recipe, check these out!

Keto Friendly!

Keto Iced Caramel Macchiato/Iced Bulletproof Coffee Recipe by Two Sleevers. 

Easy Iced Coffee

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee (Without Special Equipment) by Oh, The Things We’ll Make!

Coffee Dessert Recipe

Coffee Panna Cotta Recipe without Gelatin by Cooking Journey Blog

Bulletproof Coffee Meets Low Carb Latte!

Pumpkin Spice Boosted Keto Coffee by Peace, Love and Low Carb

Homemade Creamer

Homemade Keto Vanilla Coffee Creamer by Easy Keto Dishes

On The Side, Coffee Bar Dessert Accents

Grain-Free, Gluten-Free, Paleo

Grain-Free Almond Biscotti: Grain-Free, Gluten-Free, Refined Sugar-Free, Real Food, Paleo by Delicious Obsessions

Cute for the Coffee Bar, not just Valentine’s!

DIY Valentine’s Day Coffee Spoons with Printable Tags by A Magical Mess

Keto Friendly Coffee Bar Pound Cake

Keto Chocolate Vanilla Marble Pound Cake by Peace, Love and Low Carb

With all these recipes and decor ideas, you’ll have the perfect in home coffee bar!  Do you have any other ideas?  What does your coffee bar look like?
Need more kitchen project ideas?  How about a Colourful Triangle Tablecloth.

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