Japan Blue Indigo Dyeing Techniques

Combine the fun of tie-dyeing and the beauty of indigo! This book puts a new spin on the beloved Japanese art of Shibori using 100% natural indigo dyes and simple techniques that anyone can do at home. Add artistic touches to anything you own, from a favorite linen shirt to a bamboo basket or a pair of sneakers. Expert tips on creating fantastic patterns using a handful of folding and resist techniques will inspire you to dye everything! Detailed instructions will teach you to: Prep fabrics, mix dyes, and build and preserve color. Work with cotton, linen, wool, and other fabrics. Attain different effects using wax, stitching, and other resist techniques. Create unique patterns with sponging, dripping, rolling, and silk screening. Achieve a great ombre shadow effect on clothing, accessories, and decor items Add Japanese artistry to your favorite clothes, accessories, and home goods--including surfaces like wood and washi paper. With so many creative techniques for refashioning fabrics and more, Japan Blue Indigo Dyeing Techniques is a book you'll return to again and again.