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Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Create patterns on fabric with various shades of indigo blues using the Arashi Shibori technique. Arashi Shibori is a resist dye technique that yields diagonal patterns. We'll begin with basic Arashi wrapping on small PVC poles, then creating more complex variations of pattern including zig-zag and bo-maki shibori. Review the supply list online.
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ 1717 Central St, Evanston, IL
Make something special for the spring! This fast paced one-day workshop will start from basic Itajime (folding) Shibori to get familiar with Japanese resist dyeing technique which is used to create beautiful Kimono designs. That afternoon, students will apply Arashi (storm) Shibori by wrapping fabric with strings on PVC pipe to make diagonal patterns. Over dyeing will also be introduced. Great for students looking for a fun and creative atmosphere...
Chicago Botanic Garden See all classes by this school @ 1000 Lake Cook Road Glencoe, Chicago, IL
Unleash your inner artist as you transform a simple silk scarf into a captivating masterpiece using unique dyeing techniques. Dive into a world of vivid colors and watch as a tranquil river scene magically emerges before your eyes. Join us for an unforgettable creative experience at the Chicago Botanic Garden.
TLD Design Center & Gallery See all classes by this school @ 2619 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL
First Time fiber explorers learn how to dye their own fiber in the first session and go on to learn how to spin their fiber into a beautiful art yarn using a drop spindle (to keep) in the second session (homework: spin all dyed fiber before next session). Attendees complete the fiber to finished item by learning how to knit on circular knitting needles (also to keep) in the final session. Scarflette/cowl knitting will be completed at home. Notes:...
TLD Design Center & Gallery See all classes by this school @ 26 E Quincy St, Westmont, IL
A great class for those just starting out and are ready to experiment with dyeing, painting, printing, and stamping. Students will work on Silk & cotton fabrics samples as they learn various ways to use professional grade, Fiber Reactive Dyes. Techniques explored will include Shibori, Batik, Block Printing & Wax Resist with dye thickened for printing to liquid and vat dyeing. During the final class students apply 1 or more of the techniques...
Knitche, Inc. See all classes by this school @ 5221 Main St, Chicago, IL
Let Renee of Bunnybadger Fibers introduce you to the colorful world of hand-dying yarn. In this class you will create your very own hand-dyed skein of superwash merino wool using Renee's tried and true techniques. Note: Please dress appropriately for possibly messy activity. Price includes all materials needed. Additional skeins available for purchase.
Evanston Art Center See all classes by this school @ Interactive Online Classroom via Zoom, Chicago, IL
Learn the basics of the natural dyeing process creating a lovely rosy color from an avocado. Discover how to create harmonious colors using natural materials. Please join us on a device that you can bring to your kitchen – you’ll need access to a stove top. A fabric kit (stitched hemmed silk chiffon scarf, cotton and silk small pieces) is included in your tuition. Students will be contacted about the fabric kit– you may either pick up the...
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