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Easy Shibori Tutorial- With Paint Sticks

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One of my favorite things to do with shibori is to use things that are not so expected- like paint stirrers!  This pattern is so much fun and looks really sophisticated!  I love the way it makes a jagged abstract stripe down the middle.  I made this pillow from a linen- but if you want to dye a ready made pillow, you can check out the link above in the supply list.  It's 100% cotton and is great for pre reduced indigo. 

tie dye with shibori pattern

MODERN TIE DYE STARBURST TECHNIQUE TUTORIAL

I've been playing with a lot of tie dye lately.  I wanted to incorporate traditional shibori techniques with modern colors and tie dye.  So i decided to do a kumo shiobori tie and use my arctic waters tie dye kit as the dye.  It's a departure from the usual indigo and it's fun to branch out colorwise.  The kit is available here:

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SHIBORI SUPPLY LIST- MY FAVORITE LIST OF MATERIALS FOR INDIGO DYEING

I sat down and compiled a complete list for you to get started.  I've included links for everything- I also encourage you to look around your house for things you have.  

indigo tie dye tutorial for beginners

How To Shibori- Beginner Bold Stripes Folding Technique

This is a great EASY pattern that looks great on everything.  You will need tongue depressors, rubber bands and some cellulose fabric.  Cotton, Linen, Rayon work best.  
itajime shibori tie dye

How to mix a Pre-reduced Indigo Vat- Tutorial with Itajime Square Shibori Pattern

I made this video a while ago and haven't posted it because I wasn't used to seeing myself on camera.  But I realize that being on camera is an opportunity for me to share my knowledge and gifts with the world.  I'm a creative and I always have been. 

indigo tie dye itajime shibori pillow

Itajime Shibori Tutorial- Equilateral Triangle

This is one of my favorite patterns hands down! It's modern and geometric.  You can make it more white or more blue depending on the size of the fold.  I did this one with mostly white- I think it looks very understated and delicate.  Click for Supply List.

Indigo Tie Dye- Triangle Shibori Pattern Tutorial

Shibori for Reupholstery Fabric Tutorial

I'm re-vamping my home office (like many people) and I am going to reupholster an office chair.  Check out the video for the whole process!  
tie dye with indigo kumo shibori tutorial

Jelly Fish Shibori Tutorial

tie dye onesies

Onesie Dyeing Tutorial- Easy Shibori

It seems like everyone I know is pregnant or has just had a baby.  I decided to get some onesies to dye for presents.  This a really fun activity and it would be a great activity for a baby shower.  I've posted a video on my YouTube Channel- Catherine Ruhl Check it out.  If you like it, please subscribe, like, comment and share.  xoxo
tie dye with indigo- nail head shibori tutorial

Nail Head Shibori Indigo Dyeing Tutorial

This is a really fun pattern to make.  It can be as difficult as you want it to be and as easy as you want it to be.  You can make the nails very close together or farther apart.  I made my nails between 2-3 inches apart.  I made sure to tie the string around the nail head very tightly and wrapped around the nail head multiple times before tying it off.  I did this for each nail until I covered the entire piece.  I recommend doing this while watching your favorite show or movie.