Beyond the Basics of Shibori Session 2: Stitched Resist and Indigo

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Beyond the Basics of Shibori Session 2: Stitched Resist and Indigo

June 17-20 (Wednesday through Saturday) at Botanical Colors Studio

503 S Michigan St Ste B

Seattle, WA

Note:  Debbie has agreed to hold a second workshop on stitched resist including clamp and wrapping techniques. We are thrilled!

We are delighted to welcome noted shibori artist and designer Debbie Maddy of Tiori Designs for an immersive exploration of sophisticated stitched-resist techniques rarely taught elsewhere. Her thoughtfully layered methods create striking, architectural patterns that will lift your shibori practice into an entirely new realm of nuance and refinement.

Debbie has translated her signature shibori motifs into fabric collections for Moda and has traveled widely, studying with master shibori artists in the UK, US, and Japan, generously distilling years of research into accessible, hands-on learning. In this workshop, she will guide you through focused stitched-resist designs, including Katano shibori, a unique stitched technique using specially folded and stitched patterns.

The second technique is Plum Flower variation, a beautiful semi-floral and geometric pattern.  Debbie will demonstrate how to mark, fold and stitch this unique motif.

The third technique is a combination itajime (clamp) and arashi (pole wrap) shibori.  We will be working with shibori poles.

We will be dyeing in large scale all-natural indigo vats with instructions on dipping, rinsing, and unveiling. On the final day, Debbie will cover all the finishing steps for your pieces.

About Debbie

I began my journey with indigo as most people do, in a class folding and clamping the fabrics and dyeing in the indigo. That class was the first of many to learn more and more. I wanted to learn how to stitch and wrap on poles and fold in very unusual ways to get more intricate and unusual designs. I have traveled to Japan twice, England and all over the US taking classes and learning from the masters. It is an ancient art with a very contemporary feel. My favorite thing about learning is sharing with my students. I always enjoy the classes where I can share the many stitching techniques for the unusual designs. I would love for you to join me on this adventure.