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Easy Shibori Tutorial- With Paint Sticks
Supplies:
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One of my favorite things to do with shibori is to use things that are not so expected- like paint stirrers! This pattern is so much fun and looks really sophisticated! I love the way it makes a jagged abstract stripe down the middle. I made this pillow from a linen- but if you want to dye a ready made pillow, you can check out the link above in the supply list. It's 100% cotton and is great for pre reduced indigo.
DENIM UPCYCLE- I DYED MY STAINED JEANS WITH INDIGO
These Jeans have bad grass stains on the knees. I wanted to cover the stains so I decided to dip them into my indigo vat. I dipped them multiple times and let them get semi dry in between. I finally let them dry completely and washed them on hot and with an extra rinse.
SEMI CIRCLE TIE DYE SHIBORI TSHIRT UPCYCLE
One of my favorite things to do with dyeing is to upcycle clothes that are stained or a little worn. Dyeing them brings new life and makes them look new. I did a semi circle pattern for this one and it turned out really great.
Itajime Shibori Tutorial- Equilateral Triangle
This is one of my favorite patterns hands down! It's modern and geometric. You can make it more white or more blue depending on the size of the fold. I did this one with mostly white- I think it looks very understated and delicate. Click for Supply List.
SHIBORI REVEAL REEL
We all know the most exciting part of the dyeing process or a dyeing workshop is the moment when you get to open it up! So I decided to compile a bunch of reveals into one video. I think it's sort of relaxing to watch and can spark ideas for you. Check it out and thanks for watching. xoxo
My Online Shibori Workshop:
Shibori for Reupholstery Fabric Tutorial
Scarf Tutorial Stitched Shibori
his scarf is such a great piece! There are a lot of possibilities with stitched shibori and this one is pretty straight forward. It's not the fastest pattern, but the time is worth it! I suggest stitching while watching tv or while chatting on the phone.