Dyed pasta is great to use in countless craft projects, and it’s also excellent for small children engaging in sensory play. Best of all, it’s so easy to make at home. All you need is rubbing alcohol, freezer bags, food coloring, and the dried pasta shapes of your choice. You can also make edible colored pasta, which is even easier and requires no alcohol or vinegar! [ Edit ] Steps [ Edit ] Dyeing Pasta for Crafts Select a variety of dried pasta shapes. Feel free to mix and match pasta shapes as much as you'd like. Having a variety of shapes is a great idea if you’re dyeing the pasta for sensory play. If you’re dyeing pasta for crafting, consider your project and use whatever shapes make sense to complete your vision. For example, tube pasta like ziti works great if you’re making beaded jewelry. [1] Bowtie, elbow macaroni, rotini, and penne are excellent for sensory play activities. [2] Divide the pasta into large, sealable freezer bags. Each bag will be for a different