Katano shibori - stitching through pleated fabric - with indigo (Studio)

In this class you will learn Hishaki-nui and Miru shibori stitching techniques. These Shibori techniques are all stitched on the fold.

Hishaki-nui techniques make symmetrical patterns and Miru shibori patterns comprise several parallel rows of stitching to create a woodgrain effect.

Over the 3 hour workshop you’ll master the following stitching skills and learn how to dye your work:

– How to make the Shibori starting and ending knots to create tight, crisp patterns

– How to sew different types of Shibori stitches on the fold - ori nui (teeth stitch) and maki nui (wrapped stitch)

– How to combine straight stitch and circle patterns

– How to sew the traditional Karamatsu (larch) pattern and how it can be applied to other shapes such as hexagons and hearts

– How to create motifs on the fold by combining the different shibori stitches

– How to make larger patterns using variations of these patterns

- Dye your pieces with indigo dye

IMPORTANT NOTE ON MEETING!

Please note: We will not meet at the address given as this is my correspondence address. You will be sent Joining instructions by email 24-48 hours before the class and via Eventbrite with the meeting location. Please read these and meet at the specified location.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Artist's studio, 108 Alexandra Park Road, Enfield, United Kingdom