Indigo Shibori Workshop

Explore the wonder of dyeing with Indigo in this small group workshop and create yourself a beautiful linen scarf to keep. We'll be using simple Shibori techniques to create resist patterns on fabric with a focus on Nui Shibori - contemplative hand stitching - to bind the fabric before immersing in the dye vat. There will also be an opportunity to experiment with other styles of resist binding including Itajime, Kanoko and Kumo. This is a great opportunity for sustainable upcycling, creating gifts or building craft stash.

What is supplied. 

A linen scarf. Cotton fabric swatches. Threads. Indigo dye, tutoring and equipment. Teas & coffee.

What to bring. 

• A small selection of fabric items such as a pillow case, tea towel, T shirts or lengths of material.  Choose only natural materials in white or light colours - cotton, linen, silk, wool and hemp (no polyester blends) washed and dried. Please do not bring bulky items (jeans, wool jumpers, sheets, duvets).
• A selection of sharp sewing needles in medium to long length. 
• Scissors, or thread clippers.
• Wear suitable old clothes. 
• Rubber gloves, choose the longer length as you will have your hands deep in the vat!
• A container to take wet materials home.
• Optional - a camera or notebook to document as you go.
• A small plate of kai for a shared grazing table. 

Suitable for beginner dyers with some experience in hand sewing.  Aged 16 and up, limited to 4 participants. Vaccination certificates required under red restrictions.