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Shibori and Beyond

  • Beginner
  • 18 and older
  • $89
  • 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
  • 9 hours over 2 sessions

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  • $89
  • SMC Main Campus @ 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
  • 9 hours over 2 sessions
  • Room: Art 126. A $30 materials fee will be collected at the start of class.
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Class Description

Description

What you'll learn in this dye class:

Discover the ancient art of binding, stitching, and dyeing fabrics to give cloth a three-dimensional look. Come learn 6-8 simple techniques for binding and stitching, the basics you need to know about dyes and textiles, and how to set dyes into fabric. Learn how to create inexpensive but personal dyed shibori silk scarves to give to family and friends.

This is a very hands-on class, so wear old clothes you won’t mind getting messy.

This class is only offered once a year; don't miss it, register today!

Q&A

Q: Can I bring other items to dye in the class?
A: 
Yes. The instructor usually lets the students bring something on the last day, as long it is not too large. 

Q: Are materials provided and included in the cost of the class?
A:
No. This class also has a $30 materials fee that will be collected at the beginning of class. 

Please bring to class: 
  • 8-10 regular sewing needles
  • Colored thread, scissors
  • a 6” ruler, pencil, paper 
  • a sack lunch.

School Notes:

You MUST have and input a valid California address and US phone number when signing up for Santa Monica College in-person courses, or you may be rejected from the course. If you do not have a valid US address and phone number, your enrollment will not be accepted.

Students with any valid US address may enroll in online/remote classes. 

Also:

Santa Monica College's Community Education Office operates from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and holidays. Please bring your CourseHorse purchase confirmation with you to class. Your Classroom information is noted in the Special Notes. If you do not have a classroom on your purchase receipt, please reach out to [email protected].

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  • Requests for withdrawal from a class must be submitted in writing via email at least 8 business days before the start date of the class; receipt of requests made via other methods, such as phone messages, cannot be guaranteed.
  • You may receive a credit voucher applicable to future classes, which is valid for two years from the date of issue.
  • A minimum service charge of $15 per class cancellation will be withheld.
  • Refunds are granted ONLY if a class is cancelled, discontinued, or rescheduled.
  • In the instance of cancelled classes, course fee is automatically refunded.
  • Credit card refunds are processed with seven business days, check and cash refunds will be issued by check within 45 business days.

Transfers:

  • To transfer to another class, request must be submitted in writing via email at least 8 business days before the original class meets.
  • A minimum service charge of $15 per class transfer will be deducted.

Important Information:

  • Refunds are NOT issued for absences nor prorated for late registrations.
  • Missed class meetings may not be made up in another class. There is no auditing of classes.
  • Returned checks will be subject to a $25 handling charge.

Some high demand classes, such as Glass Fusing and Good Times Travel day trips, have separate and different refund policies stating that all registrations are final, and no refunds, credits, or transfers will be given. Please bear that in mind when registering for those classes.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

Reviews of Classes at Santa Monica College (513)

(4.3-star rating across 513 reviews)
  • Shibori and Beyond

    Reviewed by leticia B. on 7/10/2017
    I expected the shibori come with indigo vat!
  • Shibori and Beyond

    Reviewed by Mary Laurel C. on 10/4/2016
    Charlotte was fantastic - she shared so much information (techniques, history, resources) in such a short amount of time - I really learned a lot! Lots of hands-on work during class times and great resources to proceed with our own projects to refer to. Would take another course with this instructor any time!
  • Shibori and Beyond

    Reviewed by Rolla S. on 4/11/2016
    Learned a lot in a very short amount of time from a highly experienced teacher. Loved it!
  • Shibori and Beyond

    Reviewed by Janice K. on 10/19/2015
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Review Summary by CourseHorse

Students who have taken classes at Shibori and Beyond have praised the level of knowledge and information shared by the instructors. One student mentioned that the instructor, Charlotte, provided a wealth of information on techniques, history, and resources during the class. The hands-on work during class time was also highlighted as a positive aspect of the experience. Students were able to learn a lot in a short amount of time thanks to the highly experienced teachers at Shibori and Beyond. According to the reviews, students walked away from the classes with a deeper understanding of shibori, as well as the skills and resources to continue their own projects. One student even expressed their willingness to take another course with the same instructor, which indicates a high level of satisfaction with the class. Overall, students were able to gain valuable knowledge and enhance their skills in Shibori through the classes at Shibori and Beyond. Direct quotes from the reviews: 1. "Charlotte was fantastic - she shared so much information (techniques, history, resources) in such a short amount of time - I really learned a lot!" 2. "Learned a lot in a very short amount of time from a highly experienced teacher. Loved it!" 3. "Would take another course with this instructor any time!"

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