In this hands-on workshop, you will create a unique fabric book featuring various shades of indigo and intricate patterns. We will explore two traditional East Asian textile techniques: Stitched Shibori and Soy Flour Paste Resist. These methods, historically practiced in China and Japan, allow for expressive pattern-making on fabric. Unlike rice paste, soy flour paste is easier to prepare and apply, making it an excellent medium for detailed designs.
Each participant will receive fabric to experiment with these resist techniques—adding shibori patterns or drawing imagery with soy paste. By the end of the session, we will bind the dyed fabric pieces into a sewn book, creating a one-of-a-kind textile journal.
