Shibori textiles

Easy Shibori Techniques to Try. DIY: How To Shibori Dye Tutorial

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Shibori is an ancient Japanese resist dyeing technique. We have already skimmed the surface of how Itajime Shibori is made. Today we will aim to do the same with Nui Shibori. ------ With Nui Shibori, one stitches the sections where they don't want dye to penetrate. This is the one technique where the artist has comparatively more control over the final out come. Using this technique, one can achieve forms and definite lines on the fabric. ------ To begin with, it is always good to have a…

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I think I have mastered the Komasu Shibori technique. I’ve got an ok from Glennis to make this simple tutorial to share with you. The Komasu Shibori looks beautiful after it is dyed. To my s…

mooizeg on Instagram: “Japanese indigo silk thread sewn into tucks; pleated and steam set #shibori #pleating #experiment #swatch #trial #textiles #fiberart…”

Last year, ikat was the big trend in fabric. This year, it’s shibori. The fashion world has adopted the name shibori to apply to any number of shaped-resist patterns. But shibori is a Japanese word encompassing various types of shaped resist created through the manipulation of fabric. Many textile-producing cultures have their own name for tie-and-dye--you may be most familiar with the term “tie-and-dye” or just “tie dye”.

I have been going mad with shibori at the moment, experimenting with using different sized marbles, folding, securing with elastic bands and all kinds of things! For those who have no idea what shibori is, it is a Japanese term for dyeing cloth, sort of like tie-dye, using various different methods of stitching, twisting, binding etc...(click here for the Wikipedia definition). I initially had it explained to me as a term used for any materials that are textured through the use of steam so…

Join us for a unique, week-long retreat where we will immerse ourselves in an indigo shibori dyeing practice with artist Teresa Misagal. We will stay on a gorgeous seaside farm on the Maine coast where hiking, swimming and gardens are just outside of your bedroom door. Your days will be spent in the studio, and […]

Slowstitch Studio on Instagram: "The Cubes linen shawl. Ten layers of deep dark indigo from our studio's dye vats give this piece a classic blue and white color combination. Crafted on a 100% linen fabric with a soft sheen and subtle textural details. Available now for preorder on our website (7-10 working days). #mingei #slowtextiles #slowfashion #textiles #sustainabletextiles #fiberart #textileart #contemporarytextiles #contemporarycrafts #shibori #indigostyle #indigodye #anthrostyle…

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My outdoor dye place - I love my sink! Yes, its been a while and I'm not even going to say why.... But I'm back at it and working at getting...