About
This class was canceled by request from Catherine on 1/24. There were no registrants.~tt
This class has a prerequisite. Please see below before you register.
This class builds on introductory stitched Shibori techniques, where stitching in a straight line on a single layer of fabric creates a random look, giving a textural effect. In this next-level class, we’ll use this same straight stitch on a grid to bring control and create a distinct repeat in an organized stitch pattern.
The process begins with drawing your grid on fabric and requires precision throughout this entire procedure—row widths and lengths and stitch size matter to achieve the desired overall design.
We will explore grids on a single piece of fabric, as well as folding and stitching through several layers of fabric. Using grids has endless possibilities and will challenge your creativity in exploring this fascinating Shibori technique.
During the first two sessions, we’ll plan and stitch samples and the final project. Between the second and third sessions, you’ll have time to complete stitching on the final project and prepare everything for dyeing. During the third session, we’ll dye everything and remove all the stitching to reveal our glorious patterns!
Materials: $50.00 (included in the price of the class)
Instructor will provide all materials including silk fabric for samples, hemmed scarves for the final project, thread, needles, and dyes. Additional scarves will be available to purchase from the instructor
Students should bring:
- Scissors
- Water soluble marking pen
- 2” or 4” X 18” quilters ruler
- Notebook for designing samples
- Lunch on last day of workshop (BARN has a refrigerator and microwave located in the kitchen on the lower level)
Skill Level: Intermediate
Prerequisite: Prior Shibori experience or permission of instructor. There is a Shibori class posted that starts Sunday, February 6th that will meet this prerequisite: Shibori with Needle and Thread.
Other Details:
- There is a materials fee of $50 included in the price of class.
- Please review our safety protocols before registering. BARN wide safety protocols can be found here. Fiber Studio specific safety protocols can be found here.
- Skill Level: Intermediate. Ages 18+ Welcome.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available - click here to fill out the simple application before registering for a class. For those who might need physical assistance, please learn about BARN's Companion Program here
Instructor Bio:
Diana Gipson is a fiber artist and teacher whose love of sewing began at an early age. After raising a family, she returned to college and graduate school, where she was introduced to the Japanese design techniques of shibori stitching, fold and clamp, and pole wrapping. Hand-stitching on silk immediately became the predominate focus of her fiber art. She has continued to create shibori wall art and clothing, as well as teach design and hand-dyeing workshops. Since moving to Port Townsend and the to Bainbridge Island from Boise, Idaho, where she taught art at Boise State, her shibori work has been shown locally in galleries and exhibitions, and her shibori clothing has been exhibited in P.T. Wearable Art Shows. She recently designed and executed shibori-stitched and dyed coordinated vestments for the Episcopal Church in Port Townsend.
BARN Liaison: Fran Fuller fiber.lead@bainbridgebarn.org
