Shibori

Shibori is a general term which encompasses a wide range of shape-resist dyeing techniques including tie-and-dye, binding, stitching, pleating and clamping, etc.  By using these techniques a fabric resists dye and creates surface patterns, some extremely intricate and innovative.

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Traditional Hemp Leaf Pattern

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Traditional Hemp Leaf Pattern

early to mid twentieth century26" x 13", 66 cm x 33 cm Th... (more)

A Length of Blue on Blue Miura Shibori: Abstracted Motifs

A Length of Blue on Blue Miura Shibori: Abstracted Motifs

early twentieth century55" x 13", 139.5 cm x 33 cm This l... (more)

A Wide Length of Shibori: Large Scale Dappled Miura

A Wide Length of Shibori: Large Scale Dappled Miura

mid twentieth century45" x 25 1/2", 114.5 cm x 64.5 cm Th... (more)