Specialization in textile dyeing techniques

Creativity feeds on many little things. Each one must travel their own creative path, but it is very important to see and recognize what inspires us and the influences of other artists. Here we will tell you about ours.

Influences | Desdamas

Module 2

With the creative vision of Peter Wasp, you’ll explore how color becomes the protagonist through tie-dye. Lines, spirals, and unexpected stains will be part of your experimentation, making each garment speak of your style and turning your clothing into a moving canvas.

13 lessons (1h 32m)

What is tie dye? Origin, beginnings and current influence

In this lesson you will see the origin of the technique, its connection with other ancient techniques and when it became popular. Also, I would like to show you some examples of how tie dye is currently used.

Materials and tools

Before starting the practical part of the course, here is a list of materials you will need.

What do you need before dyeing?

It is time to prepare the materials before starting to practice.

Line Technique: Stripes

You will start with the first figure, it is the simplest and it is the line technique.

Bullseye Technique: Bullseye

You will learn the most common figure and one of my favorites, the Bullseye.

Stain Technique: Crumple

I will teach you a very free and easy technique, the staining technique.

Spiral Technique: Swirl

The figure most associated with the hippie era and full of psychedelic colors, the spiral technique.

Geometric Technique: Geometric

Finally, I will show you the last figure, it is the combination of the lines technique with folds or folds.

Gradient Technique: Ombre

It is time to experiment with tie dye freely, but before that I would like to tell you about one last technique that you can include.

Multiple Technique: Random

You reached the last technique, I hope that in this lesson you let your imagination fly.

Final sample

I will tell you a little about everything we did in the course before applying it to your final project.

Tote bag

This is the first final project option, the Tote Bag! A very easy accessory to make and with very simple instructions.

This option is for those who have a little more experience in sewing or those who want to venture a bit more. However, remember that it is only an option. You can do the project you want.

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Module 3

Dare to draw with water alongside Carla Qua, learning the secrets of handcrafted marbling. Among floating inks and delicate gestures, you’ll bring to life unique designs that transfer to textiles and paper, turning each piece into a personal and unparalleled work of art.

12 lessons (45m)

What is marbling?

To begin, it is important that you know the origin of this technique, of some of the similarities it has with Japanese dyeing techniques - such as suminagashi-, about how it has evolved and of some of its uses over the years: from coins Until you keep books. I will also show you, briefly, each of the five traditional marbling patterns.

Materials and tools

Here you will learn the function of each of the materials and tools that we will use in this course. I will divide the materials, according to the process, so that you are very clear and distinguish between them.

Color selection

Something very important about marbling is to have a harmonic color palette. You will learn how to define a palette, from three to four colors, to have more harmonious and crisp results. If you do not do it correctly, many colors can be mixed with each other in the tub and not read as expected.

Fiber preparation

The preparation of the cloth is called biting and is based on boiling the cloth in neutral soap. This process aims to remove the waxes or starches that usually contain new fabrics. On the other hand, alum will serve to open the pores and allow the pigment to penetrate the fiber. Here I will show you the formula to calculate the quantities depending on the weight of the fiber and that you can apply it in your marbling.

Dye Tub Preparation

I will show you how to prepare the mixture of carrageenan, a component extracted from red algae, commonly used in food, and in this case it serves as a water thickener, in order to have control over our drawings.

Acrylic Preparation

I will explain how to dilute and mix each of the two brands of acrylics proposed. These two brands are those that have developed acrylics with the correct dispersion to work on water and provide concentrated colors.

Base Pattern (Turkish Pattern) and how to clean the tub

Now you will know the origin of the base pattern name, I will show you some examples and we will do it directly in the tub. This pattern is created when one or more colors are thrown to the bathroom surface with a marbled brush. Once the fabric has been dyed with the base pattern, I will show you how to clean the surface to continue with the next pattern.

Patterns 2 and 3: Antique Straight and Nonpareil

The Antique straight or the old straight line in Spanish, is a pattern seen at least as early as the 17th century. This pattern is created by first completing a pen pattern. Then, a shower of fine points (usually white) is sprayed over the entire bathroom. The Nonpareil is a French word that is translated as "incomparable" or "unmatched"; the name varies according to the spaces of the combs. We will review some examples and do it in the tub.

Patterns 4 and 5: Placard and Italian

It is said that the Placard is a pattern that was first used for the decoration of books in France in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. It consists of a combination of the Turkish pattern and a light drawing with thread. The Italian pattern was created at the end of the s. XVIII and is created when, after creating a Turkish pattern, a dispersant is spread over the whole bath in fine points

Handkerchief dyeing

Now I will explain how to prepare the handkerchief for its dyeing, and then, I will dye it with some of the techniques learned in the previous lessons.

Drying and subsequent washing

To let the canvas dry, freshly marbled, you can hang it or extend it, no matter if it is the sun in the shade. Then you must allow 24 hours to pass before rinsing with cold water and ironing on the back side of the dyeing side.

Application in utility garments

Finally, I will teach you this technique applied in large-scale utilitarian pieces, such as clothing and accessories for the house.

Module 4

Immerse yourself in the delicacy of shibori with Carolina Raggio, exploring how folds and knots interact with color to create designs full of visual strength. With each exercise, you'll discover new creative possibilities to take your fabrics to another level of artistic expression.

12 lessons (1h 21m)

What is shibori?

The word shibori means to squeeze, twist, or press in Japanese. In this lesson I will tell you more about its origins, in addition to other ancient techniques that work through reserves.

Fiber recognition

In this lesson I will explain how to identify animal, plant and synthetic fibers through combustion analysis, as well as other important characteristics about these materials.

Color theory applied to dyeing

In this lesson I will easily teach how color theory is applied to dyeing, using the possibilities that anilines give you.

materials

In this lesson we will review the necessary materials to get started; 100% natural fabrics of vegetable origin such as cotton or linen, aniline of your choice, a pot, gloves, elastics or ties, thread and needle, sticks and wooden balls (or other objects of these characteristics with which you want to try to book) .

Moorings

In this lesson you will learn how to tie the fabric to obtain the characteristic pre-Columbian designs and the characteristic ties of America.

Needle and thread techniques

In this lesson I will show you the Mokume , dyed with reserve by stitches, whose seams define lines on the fabric. In addition, other reserve techniques based on thread stitches.

13m

Itajime folds

Following the various techniques in this lesson I will teach you Itajime shibori that is based on the use of folds and two equal surfaces that press a cloth. We will see the elements that you can use within the list of materials and how to transform chopsticks, popsicle sticks and elastic bands into objects that produce magic.

Starting to dye

We start with the dyeing process, in this video I will give you my tips to obtain intense and durable colors over time, as well as tricks to know how to test color in water and other resources that experience has given me to dye every day.

11m

The magic is revealed

In this lesson I will teach you my tricks of rinsing, drying and opening the fabrics. For me it is the most exciting part of the process. This is the moment where we see how the magic of the reserves is shown, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Preparing the sample book

I will show you different possibilities of presentation of the sample and its applications in garments, accessories, decoration or textile art. I will teach you how to assemble and assemble it for a professional presentation.

Applying the technique

To finish the course we will apply what we have learned and we will obtain a useful piece with a personalized stamp. Find a cotton or vegetable fiber garment that you want to give a second life to. I will do it with a previously printed cotton shirt. Choose a garment that you have in disuse, wash it well, select the technique or techniques that we have learned and let's get to work!

Other apps

In this lesson you will learn about other application possibilities. Through examples you will see that the technique is very versatile, applicable to other fibers such as silk, clothing and decorative objects.

Module 5

Ikaro Batik invites you to discover the art of batik, an ancient technique where wax and dye combine to bring to life compositions full of color and texture. You’ll explore how to transfer your illustrations to fabric, creating unique pieces that reflect your creativity and personal sensitivity.

13 lessons (2h 4m)

What Is Batik?

I will start by telling you what Batik is and what it consists of, you will briefly know the history and origins of this ancient dyeing technique and the importance it currently has in some cultures.

Materials and Tools

In this lesson you will learn about the materials and tools necessary to create Batik illustrations.

I will tell you about my creative process to create an illustration in Batik. You will know how I gesture an idea and where I look for references when creating.

The Seed of Batik

The Sketch as a Guide

Now, I will show you how I work the first sketches of a project and then select one, refine details and begin to compose the illustration. In addition, I will share some considerations on how to approach the drawing in Batik to achieve the expected results.

From the Sketch to the Canvas

In this lesson I will show you how to transfer the drawing of your final project to fabric. Then, I will show you how to mount the fabric on the hoop.

Wax and Its Preparation

Here you will understand the function of wax as a resist. You will see the proper way to heat it and identify when it is ready to be used. In addition, I will show you how to prepare your own mixes to achieve or avoid cracking, the hallmark of Batik.

Waxing and Applying the First Resist 1

It is important that you know and become familiar with the waxing tools used on the Batik before starting your project. In this lesson I will teach you the correct use, both of tjanting and of brushes.

Waxing and Application of the First Resist 2

Now, we will apply the first resist to the final project of the course. The waxing process requires patience and concentration, as once the wax touches the fabric there is no going back.

Dyeing and Color 1

Now you will learn how color theory applies to dyeing. I will show you my color proposal and teach you how to make small color proofs before dyeing your illustration. For those proofs, I will leave you in the additional resources a document called "Color Proofs".

Finally you will learn the step by step to perform the traditional dyeing by immersion applying the first color to the final project of the course. I will tell you about the factors that affect the preparation of the color and that you should take into account. Also, I will share some considerations for optimal drying.

Dyeing and Color 2

In this lesson, I will apply the second resist and the second dyeing. Then, we will review the technique with the third resist and the third dyeing.

More Resists and Dyeing

18m

Dewaxing

I will teach you the various methods to remove wax from a textile and you will learn to perform the basic dewaxing process of a work made with the Batik technique.

In this lesson I will make some recommendations so that you can keep your Batik illustrations in good condition. Finally, I will show you some framing ideas that can be useful when presenting your works.

Batik Care

Module 6

Let yourself be inspired by Cecília and Mercè González, who will show you how painting on silk opens up a world of visual possibilities. Through accessible and expressive techniques, you'll experiment with shapes and shades that turn each piece into a project full of elegance and personality.

19 lessons (4h 1m)

All the materials

The time has come to show you the different materials, essential and not so much, that are needed to tackle silk painting. Can you come with us?

Silk preparation

Now we will see how to prepare the silk to start painting. We will also make a short introduction to the different types of silk so that you can choose the one that best suits your tastes.

11m

Reserves and paint control

In this lesson we will show you the different forms of reservation and the differences between them. We are going to show you ways to control paint and waste as little as possible. Go for it!

Color chart

An important step is to make our own color chart based on the three primaries: yellow, magenta and cyan. This will help you understand how to mix to get the colors you want.

19m

Gradients

We start by making gradients. We will make one of value, from light to dark, and another of color, passing from one to another. You will see what a beautiful result!

The transparent gutta is the most traditional form of silk painting. We will show you how to work with this type of reservation and so that you can put it into practice yourself. You dare?

Transparent gutta 1

In this second part we are going to do a little color gradient.

Guta transparent 2

16m

Decorative gutta

Since you know the transparent gutta, let's go now with the decorative gutta. They have some similarities, but we will also show you how they differ.

Now we are going to focus on the thickener. With it you can paint in a different way, managing to work much more freely and spontaneously. With the use of the thickener, an effect close to oil paint is achieved. All precious.

Thickener 1

17m

Thickener 2

In this continuation we are going to make other elements of our composition.

17m

Anti-slip 1

Applying this product to silk, create a layer where the paint does not run and the brushstroke remains at the point where it is applied. We explain everything we know about the anti-slip so that you too can become familiar with it.

15m

Anti-slip 2

Now that we have the background done, we will continue with the painting of the other elements.

Batik is one of the oldest and most surprising forms of reserve. With the introduction that we will make to this technique, you will have a basis to continue working and deepening it.

Introduction to batik 1

In this second lesson we will paint several layers of different colors.

Introduction to batik 2