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 Hinode Shibori: Rare Design from Arimatsu

late nineteenth, early twentieth century54" x 13 1/2", 13... (more)

A Sample of Fine Shibori Dyed Cotton: Sunrise Pattern

mid twentieth century26 1/4" x 12", 66.5 cm x 30.5 cmThis... (more)

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Strong Diagonals

mid twentieth century58" x 13 1/2", 147.5 cm x 34 cm This... (more)

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Interlocking Circles

early to mid twentieth century26" x 14 1/4", 66 cm x 36 c... (more)