Learn the process of indigo dyeing and Shibori Resist technique with Debbie Jircik!
Indigo Dyeing – From Seed to Shibori
Tuesday, August 14, 2018
10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Adults – $75
All materials supplied. No experience necessary.
Payment/registration deadline: August 7
Instructor: Debbie Jircik
Students should bring a bag lunch to class. Dress for wet mess and please bring an apron or smock.
Learn about the magic of indigo, its plant sources and how to make and maintain a 1-2-3 fermentation vat. Starting with fresh leaf Japanese indigo dyeing on silk scarves, we will then create an organic vat with powdered indigo to do simple shibori resist techniques on a cotton bandana. Learn about the process of growing Japanese indigo, which will grow in our northern climate.
Eagle River, clay & paper artist, gardener, & food advocate – Debbie Jircik, will share her passions for working with natural & environmentally friendly materials with LOLA students.
No refunds will be given after the deadline date. Parking is available behind the LOLA Center for the Arts building.
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Indigo Dyeing
08/14/2018
10:00 am - 3:30 pm