Adult & Teen Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop

Instructor: Stace Fulwiler Wood
Sunday, May 18th
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Course fee: $80 (includes 2 tea towels; Bring your own White cotton garments)
Two family members: $125
MakerSphere Shop, 327 US 2, Waterbury

Let’s gather to learn the art of Shibori & Indigo dye! In this workshop, we’ll experiment with the different techniques of Shibori (a Japanese dye technique where fabric is folded, twisted, and bound to create patterns before being dipped into dye) to create unique patterns and shades of Indigo blue. The binds in the fabric will resist the dye, creating beautiful and interesting patterns with different shades of blue. There are endless ways to do Shibori, and in this workshop you’ll get to explore and play with the techniques that inspire you. You’ll discover that you can use the technique to dye anything from clothing and accessories to home items. Two white cotton floursack towels will be supplied for everyone to experiment with, and feel free to bring your own dye-ables from home!

Items to dye must be at least 50% white cotton, linen, hemp, or silk and should be small or medium sized and lightweight. Some good options are button-down shirts, socks, t-shirts, tanks, leggings, dish towels, pillow cases, kid’s clothes, tote bags, etc. Please avoid bringing large, heavy items like sheets, curtains, or heavy cotton sweaters. White items with stains are great to bring - the stains can be covered with dye to breathe new life into your textiles!

Join us for a morning of dye magic! Be sure to wear clothing and shoes that you won’t mind getting a splash of blue on (wearing black is always a good option).