Do you want to enter the world of indigo dyeing and shibori dreams? Come and learn the beautiful, ancient Japanese resist-dyeing technique known as Shibori. In this class, we will teach you the fundamentals of creating an indigo vat using pre-reduced indigo crystals. Next, you will explore Shibori techniques to produce those unique patterns for dyeing natural fibers. By using folded, clamped, tied, and bound resist techniques, you’ll discover unexpected tie-dye designs that highlight each method as you create your beautiful indigo pieces! Each student will receive a set of four items chosen from napkins, tea towels, and bandanas, plus their choice of a tote bag or throw pillowcase. You can mix and match these items to create your perfect set!

Supplies Needed: None, all will be provided. Make sure to wear something that you don’t mind getting a little messy in. We have aprons also to protect your clothing.

Instructor Bio: Bea Byrne is a maker, textile artist, and instructor located in Oakland, CA. Hailing originally from the UK, Bea spent time working and teaching in both London and Tokyo before finally landing in the Bay Area. She offers workshops in many areas of the apparel arts (sewing, quilting, embroidery, jewelry making, and more), as well as consults with artists to help them increase their visibility online and to develop new and additional income streams related to their art. To see more of Bea’s wide range of work, visit https://www.beabyrne.com/ and follow her insta at @beabyrneartist.

The rules / important stuff: We have a NO EXCEPTIONS 72 HOUR CANCELLATION policy – this includes cancellation, re-books, gift certificates, moving classes, etc. For more information on canceling a class, please read our cancellation policy. All classes are 21+. If any questions, please email us at info AT workshopsf DOT org.

ALL CLASSES TAKE PLACE AT WORKSHOP SF LOCATED AT 1310 HAIGHT STREET UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED ON THE TITLE AND LISTING.