Indigo Shibori Patterns

Spend the morning experiencing the magic of indigo and learning traditional Japanese fabric dyeing techniques known as “Shibori”. Renee Johnson, textile artist and Japanese craft instructor, will share several methods for folding and stitching fabric to create intricate patterns set against a rich indigo blue color. 

In this three hour workshop, you will start with learning a “water ripple” folding technique on a 24” bandanna. Once you get that cloth soaking in the indigo, you will then get to practice more intricate folding and stitching techniques on a 28” hand towel. 

This is a great class if you are new to dyeing fabrics with indigo and if you have taken this class before with Renee, or have some experience with tie-dying, this class is also a good opportunity to try different techniques. Renee has a beautiful collection of fabrics and books to inspire you and all types of supplies and guidance for you to create different patterns. 

Date: Saturday, October 11
Time:  9am - 12pm
Location: Main Street Studio, 786 Charlton Road, Charlton NY 12019

Workshop costs:

Registration Cost: $48.00 non-members, $43.20 members (use member promo code at checkout!)

Materials Fee: $15.00 Paid at time of workshop (cash/venmo)

Total Costs: $63.00 non-members, $58.20 members

Best suited for young-adults and adults, no experience needed!

This workshop is perfect for those who love playing with colors and patterns and have some basic sewing skills!

More about Renee

Renee Johnson is always on the search for unique and beautiful textiles and notions to be used by crafters and seamstresses alike. Renee also hand dyes fabrics and sashiko threads using natural materials like indigo and black walnut.  Renee is also always up for collaborating and experimenting with anything we can think of to dye in the studio! If you are interested in mending, sewing or other traditional Japanese fabric/textile crafts, you can find her supplies online at RochesterTextile.com or stop by the studio and see what she is working on!