What will I learn?
In this class you will learn two traditional Japanese Shibori techniques, Guntai and Makiage shibori, that combine stitching and binding together to make bounded patterns.
Content:
– How to tie the basic kamosage knot used to secure all bound work
– How to tie the quilters knot and the surgeons knot required for all stitched work
– How to create bounded side to side stitched patterns (these patterns are known as “Guntai” or Military shibori as they were often used to decorate samurai clothing
– How to sew an outline and bind it with Kumo spiderweb binding (these patterns are known as “Makiage”)
– How to dye with indigo and Dylon (which you can use to dye your pieces at home after the class)
Who is this class for?: Beginner / looking for an introduction to Shibori
Duration: 2 hours
Location: This class is an Online course run using Zoom. You will need a device that can access the internet with a camera and microphone to take this class.
What do I need to provide myself?
- Pre-washed calico, cotton or linen fabric
- Needle - a thinnish long darner works well
- Strong thread - ideally bonded nylon 60s weight upholstery thread or a strong cotton thread
- Shapes to draw around (this could just be a mug or glass). NOTE: You will be emailed some shapes to print off and use before the class
- Small pair of sharp scissors
- A fabric marker pen
- Water sprayer
- Dye - either an indigo dye kit or a Dylon hand dye and 250g table salt
- Plastic bucket, stirrer and rubber gloves.
A kit is available to purchase at https://www.romordesigns.com/shop/makiage-and-guntai-shibori-tote-bag-kit
