It was a hot, sticky day when Quilt Company East members gathered for their fabric dyeing workshop. There was plenty of enthusiasm and a small patch of shade as we got ready to have some fun.
First we mixed our colors. . .
and got ready to put the fabric in. . .
trying the plastic baggie method. . .
shibori wraps were popular....and much easier when a friend helps . . .
we dyed 27 yards of fabric and spread it everywhere to dry . . .
still smiling despite the heat. . .
we got creative when it came time to overdye. . .
and tried a couple different things. . .
the shibori spider webs turned out well. . .
"Cake", anyone?
the spatter technique is a good one to try outside. . .
a great shibori result. . .
wonderful shibori chevron with stripes and a happy dyer. . .
another nice shibori spider web. . .
some clever folding and clamping. . .
"Thanks to the creative members of Quilt Company East for a truly enjoyable workshop!"
Laura's Quilts and Hand Dyeing was last updated, Saturday, 16 August 2003
Title Painting by John William Waterhouse