Intermediate Shibori Indigo Dyeing

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Intermediate Shibori Indigo Dyeing provided by CreativeLive is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 1-2 hours worth of material. Intermediate Shibori Indigo Dyeing is taught by Kaari Meng and French General. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from CreativeLive. The course is taught in Englishand is $29.00. Visit the course page at CreativeLive for detailed price information.

Overview
  • Add a layer of sophistication to your Shibori dyeing projects with the help of Kaari Meng in Intermediate Shibori Indigo Dyeing.
    The Nui technique incorporates stitching into the Shibori process and adds incredible detail to your hand-dyed fabrics. In this intermediate class you’ll learn about:

    • Selecting the right fabrics for Nui and Batik dyeing
    • Stitching and preparing the fabric
    • Dipping, redipping, finishing, and rinsing the cloth

    Kaari will also demonstrate the batik (wax resist) dyeing technique and show you how to apply the wax, dye the fabric, and remove the wax to achieve long-lasting color.
    Intermediate Shibori Indigo Dyeing will teach you how to create captivating designs in the signature, deep indigo color of Shibori.

Syllabus
    • Introduction
    • Creating the Dye Vats
    • Nui Overview & Fabric Preparation
    • Stitching the Fabric
    • Testing the Vats
    • Dipping and Rinsing Cloth (Nui)
    • Untieing the Cloth (Nui)
    • Batik/Wax Resist Overview & Fabrication
    • Painting the Fabric with Wax
    • Dipping and Rinsing the Cloth (Batik)
    • Removing Wax from the Cloth