Judilee will introduce students to the history of indigo and guide them through making a natural reduction indigo vat. We will survey traditional fiber resist techniques for shibori, and how to prep fabrics for the dye vat.  Students will dye their shibori fabrics in their personal indigo vat, and we’ll end with a wrap-up and discussion, sharing the results of our dyeing session.

All materials are included in workshop fee. An assortment of silk and cotton fabric samples will be provided. Students may bring a cotton t-shirt, linen napkins, cotton socks, or up to one yard of natural fiber fabric to be dyed; these materials should be pre-washed and dried without fabric softener.

Please be advised that students should wear appropriate clothing and shoes, items that you won’t mind potentially being stained with indigo. Students are encouraged to bring any favored tools or gear such as an apron and gloves. If you wish to take home a sample of the indigo vat for further exploration, bring a one-gallon container with a tight fitting lid, such as a paint bucket.

Students are encouraged to bring a sack lunch. Coffee, tea, water and light snacks will be served.