In this half day workshop we will dip our toes (or maybe our fabrics!) into the world of Indigo dye vats and Shibori resist techniques. Participants will be instructed in how to create a natural indigo vat, we will also talk through some of the other recipes and methods. In this workshop we will look at traditional Japanese Shibori resist techniques, such as pleating (Kumo), folding, tying (Kanoko), wrapping objects (Ne Maki), stitching (Ori Nui and Miru) and clamping (Itajime), using lightweight cotton to get the best results. Then we will dye these in the indigo vat, re-dipping to achieve the desired colour and witnessing the transformation from green to blue as the fabric oxidises in the air. You will take home a range of indigo- shibori fabric samples. It will be an experimental, fun session, perfect for anyone with a love of indigo blue, textiles, nature and creativity. All materials and fabric are included. Please wear suitable messy clothing, black is best for this workshop. Maximum of 5 people per class Ideally, there needs to be at least 3 people for the class to go ahead, it will be decided at the time and if cancelled a full refund or reschedule will be given. About Indigo: Indigo pigment is extracted from the leaves of Indigofera genus plants and it is the oldest known source of natural blue pigment. It’s use as a dye for textiles goes back at least 6000 years. The earliest recorded recipe for indigo dye was found on a 7th Century BC Babylonian tablet. Indigo was also used for painting and cosmetics in ancient times. For centuries it was a very valuable crop, it still is expensive, but has largely been replaced by a synthetic lab produced version. Nowadays most indigo dye is synthetic. About Shibori: Shibori is a Japanese manual resist technique for dyeing patterns into fabric, traditionally dyed with indigo but can be any colour. The technique is similar to tie dye but with Shibori all manner of things can be used to create an irregular pattern: tying with twine, cardboard, clips, sticks, poles, rocks, anything goes. The beauty is found in its delicate irregularities and Wabi-Sabi imperfections.

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