November 5, 2026 - 9:30am - 2:30pm
Leigh Herndon - Shibori (Japanese silk dyeing)
Description, Supplies & Instructor Bio
Leigh Herndon - Shibori (Japanese silk dyeing)
Description, Supplies & Instructor Bio
(Bring a sack lunch)
Class Description:
Learn the art of Shibori and create your own 2 unique and stylish silk scarves! Shibori is the ancient art of dyeing fabric through manipulation of the cloth to achieve various colored patterns. Learn different Shibori techniques, from simple binding methods to folding techniques. The final patterns and colors differ greatly. Finished silk scarves are washable. No experience necessary.
Supplies:
All supplies, materials, tools, including 2 silk scarves are included. It is recommended to wear old clothes and bring an apron.
Instructor Bio:
Leigh creates nature-inspired paintings and wearable art, primarily Japanese silk dyeing processes after earning an MFA in fibers. Silk dyes more brilliantly than other fibers and the fluidity of layered colors continues to intrigue her. In addition to shibori, she works in Japanese rozome (wax-resist dyeing of silk). Leigh teaches, exhibits, and participates in many art shows.
Class Description:
Learn the art of Shibori and create your own 2 unique and stylish silk scarves! Shibori is the ancient art of dyeing fabric through manipulation of the cloth to achieve various colored patterns. Learn different Shibori techniques, from simple binding methods to folding techniques. The final patterns and colors differ greatly. Finished silk scarves are washable. No experience necessary.
Supplies:
All supplies, materials, tools, including 2 silk scarves are included. It is recommended to wear old clothes and bring an apron.
Instructor Bio:
Leigh creates nature-inspired paintings and wearable art, primarily Japanese silk dyeing processes after earning an MFA in fibers. Silk dyes more brilliantly than other fibers and the fluidity of layered colors continues to intrigue her. In addition to shibori, she works in Japanese rozome (wax-resist dyeing of silk). Leigh teaches, exhibits, and participates in many art shows.