This workshop is dedicated to the traditional Shibori textile dyeing technique. Participants will be introduced to different types of manual Shibori methods and their specific tools. The name “Shibori” comes from the Japanese word “shiboru” which means “to press, squeeze or wrinkle” referring to the principles of the method, where the pattern is created by applying pressure on the fabric while dipped in liquid dye bath. During the practice the participants will be encouraged to work as a team while there will be plenty of time for individual creative work as well, which is not only an great way to materialize one’s unique ideas, but also a joyful way to easily learn a variety of manual Shibori techniques based on hand stitching, binding, folding, crinkling, twisting and wrapping. The workshop will be completed with the dyeing process of Shibori designs using indigo dye vat.
