Natural Dye & Shibori

This workshop combines two techniques: shibori and natural dyeing with
plants. Shibori (絞絞り) is a Japanese manual resist-dyeing technique that
produces a variety of patterns on fabric. Each participant will learn basic
methods of tying, pinching, and folding fabric using rubber bands, woo-
den sticks, and string to create a one-of-a-kind organic cotton bandana.

The workshop also explores the beauty of natural colour using plants.
Participants will learn how to extract pigments from plants or food waste
to create a dye bath and will have the opportunity to dye their shibori
bandanas. Two colour options will be available, made from heritage dye
plants such as madder, as well as food waste used on the occasion, such
as onion skins, carrot tops, or avocado pits.