The DIY craze has everyone and their mothers attempting domestic design pursuits—most of which lead to tragic ends. Here to lend some expert guidance is Creative Bug, a Bay Area-based hub for video tutorials that virtually guarantee success, from pom pom garlands to screenprinting. We asked founder Kelly Wilkinson for a fool-proof project to brighten up your holiday table: Try your hand at dip-dyed napkins for a saturated pop of color at your next soiree.

Materials:

Pre-washed cotton napkins in plain, light color

Fabric dye

Salt

Kitchen gloves

Large, deep pot

Spoon

Paper towels

Fabric scrap for testing dye

Access to sink and stove

Ombre Napkins from Creativebug on Vimeo.