Designs are created by folding\, binding\, and compressing fabric before submerging it in dye\; the manipulation of the fabric from the 2-D plane into a 3-D form prevents the dye from penetr ating the internal parts of this fabric clump\, yielding distinctive organ ic\, often geometric patterns. While much of the art of \;Shibori \;is in the preparation and planning\, accident and \;chance must also be embraced. Participants will learn about the indigo dyeing process and will be provided with two tea towels to try their hand at modern takes on traditional shibori methods\, and are welcome to bring their own natural f iber garments/fabric to dye as well.  \;
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br />Notes &\; Supplies:
-Please bring your own pair of long rubbe
r dish gloves
-Plastic bags for wet fabric will be available but plea
se consider bringing your own recycled/reusable ones.
-Indigo dye lik
es to drip and will stain\, so wear appropriate shoes and clothing.
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If you bring your own fabric/garments to dye\, please wash them on the hot
test setting to prepare them for taking on dye. \;
Pleas
e do not hesitate to contact the instructor\, \;Cha-Ling O'Connell\, w
ith any questions at \;cha.oconnell@gmail.com