Shibori Workshop

Calling all Macarthur Creatives! Want to learn the Art of Shibori? The Wild Mind is hosting a workshop at Camden Civic Centre on Sunday 12 February from 10am-2pm.

Class limited to 10 people.

WHATS INCLUDED? In this beginners class you will learn the basics of Shibori uncluding various folding, tying, clamping and resist-dye Shibori techniques. You can choose your own techniques to make your own unique hand-dyed cushion covers and table runner. Each design will be unique

and unexpected!!

WHAT IS SHIBORI: Shibori is a Japanese dyeing technique that typically involves folding, twisting or bunching cloth and binding it, then dyeing it in indigo.
Shibori is a very vast technique and there are many methods to create many gorgeous patterns. The main method in creating unique shibori pieces is through using wood blocks and rubber bands to bind and resist the dye. However there are endless possibilities in creating shibori patterns.

WHAT IS SUPPLIED? Lots of test fabrics are supplied along with 2x cushion covers and 1x table runner 1 set of 4 napkins. There will be plenty of blank fabric, scarves, napkins, tea towels and pillowcases to buy on the day. A grazing table and refreshments will be supplied.

COST: $90

WHEN: Sunday 12th February 2017 10am - 2pm Camden Civic Centre Undercroft, NSW 2570

Australia

EXTRA INFORMATION:
Feel free to bring your own items to the class such as scarves, clothing, denim or pillow cases to add to the vat as many people catch the ‘shibori fever’!! Material must be 100% cotton, linen or silk – synthetic fabric will not absorb the dye properly.

TEACHER: EMILY O’BRIEN