Indigo dyeing & shibori courses

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Make unique and stunning designs with shibori dyeing techniques. Learn how to do indigo dyeing with talented creative tutors and find shibori workshops near you. Shibori is a Japanese resist dyeing technique which uses binding, folding, twisting, stitching and compressing cloth, to beautiful and varied effect.

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Shibori & indigo dye at Cowshed Creative, the Lake District National Park, near Windermere

Shibori & indigo dye at Cowshed Creative, the Lake District National Park, near Windermere

In-person course

Opening 25 Aug. 2-metre distancing and smaller groups. Shibori is the wonderful Japanese art of indigo resist dyeing. In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of Shibori inspired folding, binding, clamping and stitching techniques. Dipped in indigo, you will create your own stunning patterns on fabric. Special measures will be in place to keep everyone safe The dye process is simple yet exciting and you’ll be amazed at the range of patterns that are unfolded and revealed. Experiment with different techniques on small fabric samples, then work on...

Introduction to Shibori and Indigo

Introduction to Shibori and Indigo

In-person course

Shibori is a resist technique in which fabric is given a three dimensional shape by processes such as stitching, folding and tying. The fabric is dyed in an indigo vat and later the threads securing the fabric are removed to reveal the pattern. In this workshop Alex will introduce some basic stitch techniques such as hira-nui, ori-nui and awase-nui and show how these can be used to build more complex patterns. Participants will also learn about the principles of setting up and working with an indigo vat. You will take...

Shibori resist fabric design & dyeing

Shibori resist fabric design & dyeing

In-person course

Dorset - Next course on 12th July 2020

Introduction to Shibori Resist Dyeing using Natural Indigo Dye. This is a fun introduction to Shibori pattern design. You will learn to use simple sewing techniques and how to bind, fold, clamp and wrap fabric in many ways to create your own unique designs. I love seeing my student's faces when they unpick or unwrap the dyed fabric and see their very own unique design - priceless!

Shibori and dyeing

Shibori and dyeing

In-person course

Sessions take place on Tuesdays from 10-2pm in the friendly and relaxed environment of the artist's own studio. The workshop gives an introduction to some simple Shibori techniques, a method which uses different methods of resist to create pattern and texture in dyed fabric. You will leave with a selection of shibori samples. This workshop is part of an evolving programme of weekly creative workshops that explore an exciting range of processes, which compliment each other or work as a 'pick your own' programme, allowing for further creative development over...

Beginners Shibori and indigo dyeing workshop

Beginners Shibori and indigo dyeing workshop

In-person course

This workshop is taught by Lisa Reddings, Textile Designer, BA (Hons) Woven and Printed. With 20 years experience working in the fashion industry. Lisa now has a textile design business focused on hand-dyed and hand-crafted textiles. This workshop will be entering around making patterns using the ancient Japanese technique known as Shibori, followed by dyeing them in indigo dye. Techniques taught will include folding, clamping, twisting, stitching and tying fabric to create a resist once the fabric enters the dye pot. This workshop is a fun introduction to indigo and...

Blue is the colour ... Learn to dye with Indigo

Blue is the colour ... Learn to dye with Indigo

In-person course

Come to beautiful Northern France for a 1 day course on the use of natural blue dye with Internationally renowned Dyer Debbie Bamford. Magical, mystical, moody how many words conjure up the amazing blue colours that come from “Indigo”? Images of the sky and the sea in all their moods, so many shades of blue – come and create as many as you can! Learn about the true name of this beautiful dyestuff how to make up the vat, dye solid shades and then try your hand at patterning using...

Crafts Workshop | Pattern making using Shibori onto textiles | Hand dye | Tie dye

Crafts Workshop | Pattern making using Shibori onto textiles | Hand dye | Tie dye

In-person course

Nottinghamshire

Learn the ancient art of Shibori using indigo! Spend two and a half hours learning how to create beautiful, stylish patterns. This workshop is perfect for the inexperienced and we will cover various folding, tying and clamping Shibori techniques. In this workshop we will concentrate on folded, tied and clamped resists to create beautiful patterns on cotton and you will leave with a variety of fabric examples. As well as the opportunity to dye your own cotton tote bag and tea towel which will be supplied. Workshop includes- *One cotton...

Eco-Printing and Indigo Dyeing - Weekend 2 night retreat

Eco-Printing and Indigo Dyeing - Weekend 2 night retreat

In-person course

Whether travelling as an individual, couple or a group - everyone is welcome! Arriving Friday afternoon for a fun, filled weekend of crafting. Staying in Gartmore House with comfortable en suite bedrooms, situated in 75 acres of beautiful surroundings on Gartmore Estate in the heart of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Friendly and warm welcoming staff with excellent tuition for the complete beginner to the more advanced. The course will run Saturday and Sunday between 10am and 4pm and will finish at 4pm on the Sunday afternoon. We...

Explore Shibori - An ancient Japanese resist dye method for fabric

Explore Shibori - An ancient Japanese resist dye method for fabric

In-person course

Shibori is a traditional Japanese hand dye technique. Join me in creating surface patterns on fabric by folding, tying, clamping and stitching samples of fabric. After preparing your fabric you will dip each piece in an indigo dye vat. After a few minutes, magical and exciting surface patterns will be revealed when the fabric pieces are exposed to the air. Make a fabric stash suitable for further textile experiments, stitching, quilting or gift wrapping. Either bring your own pieces of fabric pre-scoured for dyeing or purchase fabric by the metre...

Fabulous Creative Silk Scarf Painting workshop at The Arty Silkworm, Green Farm, Suffolk

Fabulous Creative Silk Scarf Painting workshop at The Arty Silkworm, Green Farm, Suffolk

In-person course

Join us at one of our fabulous hands - on freestyle Creative Silk Scarf Painting Workshop days at Green Farm, where you will be introduced to and learn the ancient and wonderful art of Shibori, along with other beautiful decorative techniques. In a relaxed and comfortable environment you will learn to mix colours, apply them freehand to create beautiful & unique works of wearable Art. You will learn the skills of folding, tying and wrapping, gutta resist and salt surprises to produce practice pieces and samplers. At the end of...

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