Acid washing became one of the most popular trends during the COVID-19 pandemic. During quarantine, people used this method with products that they already had at home. I had always wanted to try it, but I never did because I was afraid of ruining my clothes. But finally, I just had to go to a Salvation Army thrift store and get some pants, a shirt or sweatshirt to do this so that I wouldn’t potentially ruin something I already owned. 

Acid-washed T-shirts are the perfect solution for an otherwise boring T-shirt. You can create a bold tie-dye effect with an old T-shirt and a little bleach. Creating an acid-washed T-shirt is easy. You can use a spray bottle to selectively distribute the bleach or use rubber bands and soak the shirt in a solution of bleach and water. Regardless of which option you choose, be sure to protect your eyes, skin, clothing and surfaces throughout the process! Don’t be afraid to give it a try. It is a fun process because everyone can design it to their liking and have a unique and original garment.

 This was previously printed in the March 2022 issue.