My Tie Dye Journey

My journey into the world of tie-dye started back in the early '90s with a simple, yet unforgettable, purchase: a spiral, jewel-toned tie-dye shirt from a hippie on the side of the highway. This shirt was the beginning of a lifelong love affair with all things tie-dye and peace-sign. Everywhere I went, I found myself hunting for unique tie-dye pieces to add to my ever-growing collection.

Fast forward to the summer of 2020, I was pregnant with our first child and wanted to announce it to the world in a way that was true to me - with a pink tie-dye onesie. The search for the perfect one was tough, especially in the early-Covid days when options were scarce. Eventually, I decided to take the plunge and dye it myself, despite my past not-so-successful attempts at tie-dye. I ended up dyeing a whole batch of onesies, each one a symbol of anticipation for my baby girl.

However, life had different plans, and we never got to meet her. In the wake of this loss, I was left with a pile of lovingly dyed onesies and a heart full of grief. I couldn't just throw them away - they meant too much. It was my mom who suggested I sell them. That's when I really dove into the world of dyeing, experimenting with different techniques and fabrics. It became my way of coping, my method of healing.

Now, if you ask anyone, they'll tell you I dye just about anything I can get my hands on! This craft has brought so much color and joy into my life, especially after our loss. And when I got pregnant again, with our rainbow baby, I knew our journey was turning a new colorful page. Today, I'm a mom to an energetic 2-year-old boy who sports the most colorful closet you can imagine, a testament to our journey filled with every shade of love and healing.