Shibori is the art of squeezing fabric while dyeing to create a pattern. While the word comes from Japan, this beautiful form of tied-resist dyeing is found through history, in cultures throughout the world, and in today's fashion fabrics. The arashi (Japanese for "rain") shibori technique creates striking yet serene designs that can enhance your wardrobe or your decor. In this video, artist and teacher Elizabeth McTear teaches everything you need to know to start exploring this fun and versatile art.
In this video, you'll learn:
- How to select fabrics and materials for arashi shibori
- Tying techniques to create different arashi designs
- How to prepare a dye vat using eco-friendly dyes
- How to finish your dyed fabric
- Safety tips for dyeing and for disposing of a finished dye vat
- Product Dimensions : 0.6 x 5.4 x 7.5 inches; 1.6 ounces
- Media Format : NTSC
- Studio : F w Media
- Number of discs : 1
