Sunday, 31 August

Exploring the Shibori circle (Studio) - FULL DAY

Explore circle patterns using Shibori resist dyeing techniques and dye your pieces in an indigo vat for rich blues.

By Rob Jones, Romor Designs

Date and time

Location

Artist's studio

108 Alexandra Park Road Muswell Hill London N10 2AE United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event.

About this event

Event lasts 7 hours

What will I learn?

In this class you will learn a variety of stitched Shibori patterns all based around the circle form.

Circles are a common motif in Shibori and work very well in combination to make repeating patterns.

Content:
– How to make the Shibori starting and ending knots to create tight, crisp patterns
– How to sew different types of Shibori circles:

Simple nui, ori nui and maki nui stitched circles
Makiage bounded spiderweb patterns
Boshi (capped) circles with and without visible stitches
The traditional Karamatsu (Larch pattern) - a woodgrain effect
Grid circles and other variations will be presented if time permits

– How to dye your fabric in a genuine indigo vat

– How to set up and maintain your own indigo vat at home

Who is this class for?: Beginner's - Suitable for all

Duration: 6 hours

What do I need to provide myself?

Rubber gloves (these must cover the wrist and should be Marigolds or similar)

A strong plastic bag to take your wet work home in
An apron/old clothes (as indigo will stain if splashed onto your clothes)

All fabric, thread and dye is included in this class.

An organic bamboo cotton scarf is included in the class price as a project

IMPORTANT NOTE ON MEETING!

Please note: We will not meet at the address listed 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.

Organised by

Rob Jones, Romor Designs

Rob’s passion is in finding the new in the old, building on the tradition and centuries of skill that shibori has behind it. He believes in taking work in new directions by combining techniques and inventing his own forms.

A core component of Rob’s work is his love of colour and pattern, which he brings to light in his colour saturated and complex embroidery work. Traditional patterns are broken and reassembled to produce new and original forms.

Rob has a keen eye for detail and only selects the best material from which to make finished pieces. Every piece is assembled with care to ensure a beautiful and unique item that will last.

To this end Rob’s work focusses on providing the structure to contain the organic nature of the dyes and processes he uses and carefully selecting those which will form the most compelling pieces.

Rob starts each day with a meditation to clear his mind and help him to focus on the tasks ahead. Every day is different and unique, much like the work he creates.