INDIGO SHIBORI – Workshops
Saturday 5th, Sunday 6th 2009 (Monday 7th optional)

BLUELEAF STUDIO
82 High Road, Wortwell IP20 0EN
11 am till 6 pm
£65.00 per day
Places limited to 4

A limited amount of fabric, stitching thread and indigo are included in the fee as well as lunch and refreshments throughout.

You may know tie and dye – but do you know shibori? An introduction to the shibori techniques of stitching, pole wrapping and board clamping is followed by a closer look at pattern construction to create lovely indigo and white designs. The fabrics you create can be used in embroidery, patchwork and quilting and many other textile projects.

A PowerPoint presentation kicks off the first day with the fascinating story of indigo and its connection with shibori. Be inspired by books and textiles which are at hand.

‘Phone to secure you place and enjoy a few days study in relaxed surroundings.

SUMMER’S BLUE OASIS – Open Days
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September
Blueleaf Studio, 82 High Road, Wortwell IP20 0EN

An open day at Blueleaf Studio with items for sale from

JOHN GILLOW
This traveller extraordinary will be bringing his wonderful collection of Asian and African textiles, tales of his adventures and insights into the people he meets in search of them.

JANE CALLENDER
Indigo dyeing and shibori products. Give that item of clothing you never wear a new lease of life and dip it in the indigo vat. £5.00 per item for several dips. Silk, cotton or linen only.

ROSIE BOSE
Lovely and unusual garden plants from this inspirational gardener

For more information, book or view more of Jane’s textiles and products

Telephone:
01986 788 644