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December 2019
Shibori Experience
NOVEMBER 2ND DATE SOLD OUT No fabric dyeing experience is required. Learn the fundamentals of Japanese Shibori techniques and indigo dyeing. Shibori means to fold, clamp, stitch or in some way block off fabric to create patterns when fabric is dyed. We'll be experimenting with a variety of shibori techniques to make beautiful patterns. Then, you'll dye your patterned fabric in a plant derived indigo dye vat. Dress in clothes and shoes you can get stained blue. * Learn about…
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Dip Into Indigo – Katazome Resist
Starch Resist. It’s stencil time! You’ll play with rice resist, to make beautiful patterns dyed with indigo on quilting cotton. Dress to get messy, including your shoes. No fabric dyeing experience is required. Come and check out the Electric Needle's dye studio. It is in the basement so you will need to be able to go up and down one flight of stairs. If you have restrictions please call the store to schedule a private class. Supply List will be…
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Wax Batik – Dip Into Indigo
Come and join me for a fun, new experience with Indigo Dyeing. Doodle on Your Fabric! We will be exploring the technique of wax batik .Using wax and both traditional and unusual tools, draw and stamp designs onto your quilting cotton.We will dip it into indigo to make it extra awesome. Dress to get messy, including your shoes. No dyeing experience is needed. Be advised the dye studio is in the basement, you will need to be able to navigate…
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