Introduction to Shibori Tie Dyeing
A course by Carolina Raggio , Costume designer
Create unique patterns and designs using different pleat and bind techniques
Shibori is one of the oldest Japanese dyeing techniques, dating back to over 1300 years. It consists in creating textile patterns with a tie-dyeing method that creates unique hues and shapes, transforming it into a one-off piece.
Discover a multitude of Shibori dyeing techniques with Carolina Raggio, a Chilean costume designer that specializes in the technique, founder of her own-name clothing brand. Through practical exercises and Carolina’s guidance, you will create original designs and patterns to add to your textile projects.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 13 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (471)
- 9,150 students
- 15 lessons (1h 31m)
- 13 additional resources (1 files)
- Online and at your own pace
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- Audio: Spanish, German, English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Turkish
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- Level: Beginner
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What is this course's project?
Create a sample of Shibori tie-dyeing techniques and learn how to customize an unused item of clothing and turn it into a unique one-off piece.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
For those who want to develop their creative, manual abilities, and amplify their knowledge in color, design, and textile techniques from different cultures
Requirements and materials
Previous knowledge is not required.
The materials or tools you’ll need are: 100% natural fiber fabrics, such as linen or cotton, an aniline dye of whichever color you want, a large pot, elastic bands or string, toothpicks, a needle, and thread.
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Carolina Raggio
A course by Carolina Raggio
Carolina Raggio is a Chilean costume designer, specializing in dyeing and creative direction for her brand Carolina Raggio. She launched her brand in 2002 and has been incorporating textile dyeing techniques to her creations to create patterns and colors to her work.
Her work is characterized by unique, hard-wearing, timeless pieces, for clothing and accessories. Her specialty is resist-dyeing, also known as Shibori.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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What will we do in this course?
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U2
Recognize and prepare materials
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What is shibori?
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Fiber recognition
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Color theory applied to dyeing
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materials
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U3
Ties, seams and folds
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Moorings
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Needle and thread techniques
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Itajime folds
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U4
Dyeing, result and assembly of the samples
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Starting to dye
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The magic is revealed
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Preparing the sample book
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U5
Applying the technique
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Applying the technique
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Other apps
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FP
Final project
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Shibori dyeing
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FAQs
Shibori is a Japanese textile dyeing technique that uses bindings, folds, or stitching to create unique patterns on fabric. It involves manipulating the fabric before dyeing to achieve custom visual effects.
This course is designed for people with intermediate knowledge of textiles or design, but the basic concepts of shibori and handcrafted dyeing are explained step by step.
You’ll need natural fabrics like cotton or silk, dyes (anilines), threads, wooden tools, elastic bands, sewing supplies, and personal protective gear. Having a clean, organized workspace is recommended.
You’ll learn resist-dyeing techniques such as shibori, ikat, batik, pleating, binding, stitching, pressure dyeing, and marbling. The course also explores variations and combinations to create patterns and textures on textiles.
Yes, the course teaches you how to use shibori and textile dyeing techniques to refresh existing garments and create unique, personalized designs.
Shibori uses bindings and folds, batik relies on wax as a resist, and ikat dyes the threads before weaving. Each method produces distinct patterns and visual effects on fabric.
You’ll be able to identify and apply handcrafted dyeing techniques, recognize textile fibers, create pattern samples, experiment with color and texture, and develop creative textile projects.
Me encanta poder complementar el teñido natural con la técnica de shibori. También me encantó lo fácil de poder darle una segunda vida a una prenda antigua con un sello personal. Muy agradecida.
Antes de este curso, no sabía mucho qué era el tie-dye. Después, aprendí sobre itajime shibori y me di cuenta de que se pueden hacer muchas cosas con él. Actualmente estoy trabajando en mi segunda pieza. Básicamente, quiero disfrutar de los colores de materiales naturales como las plantas. Suelo revisar el curso cuando tengo algo que hacer.
Gracias por la excelente clase. Espero seguir trabajando contigo.
Dieser Kurs zeigt wirklich nur Grundlagen des Shibori. Die Techniken für die Schals und Tücher, die als Werbung für den Kirs gezeigt werden, werden gar nicht gezeigt. Finde ich irreführend und unehrlich.
Wszystko dobrze wytłumaczone.
Excelente curso, muy bien explicado, con todos los detalles. Me encantó!!