Shibori Workshop on Oct. 23

I had a workshop for two happy sisters from the neighboring town.

There are quite a lot of indigo dyeing studios in Tokushima compared to other prefectures, but indigo dyeing is not so popular among them.

One sister told me that she had dyed a handkerchief when she was in an elementary school and the other sister had had no experience for dyeing.

I am so glad that they were interested in indigo dyeing at my studio.

This workshop is a private class, so we had enough time to choose and experience.

There are many ways to do shibori, Japan's unique tie-dyeing, such stitching, folding, twisting, compressing cloth, and batik, too.

I want them to do more authentic shibori, which is nui-shibori using threads and needles, so I showed them hotaru shibori and makiage shibori. As soon as I explained them how to make, they said they wanted to do the shibori.

The sample of Hotaru shibori( right) and makiage shibori (left)

Since they know how to sew, it was not so difficult to do shibori, but I told them some tips to get a good result.

Ialso told them how to dye evenly. They followed my instruction very well and dipped the fabrics into the indigo liquid gently. During the time they dye, I explained the process from indigo seeds to dye and how precious the sukumo is. They understood it well and dye theirs gently. I appreciated their manner very much.

After dipping 10 times, it was time to remove the threads.

They were excited to see the final result with happy simles.

What a great work they did!!!!

After the workshop I told them how to take care of the vat. I showed them that I gave some lye and lime to the vat. They experienced to feel the sukumo in the bottom of the vat through a bamboo stick.( the photo on the top).

I had a very good time with them.

This kind of private workshop is my recommendation to you.