Shibori

Shibori is a general term which encompasses a wide range of shape-resist dyeing techniques including tie-and-dye, binding, stitching, pleating and clamping, etc.  By using these techniques a fabric resists dye and creates surface patterns, some extremely intricate and innovative.
A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Traditional Hemp Leaf Pattern

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Traditional Hemp Leaf Pattern

early to mid twentieth century26" x 13", 66 cm x 33 cm Th... (more)

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Horizontal Zigzags and Blips

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Horizontal Zigzags and Blips

early to mid twentieth century24" x 13 1/4", 61 cm x 33.5... (more)

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Curly Tatewaku

A Length of Shibori Dyed Cotton: Curly Tatewaku

early to mid twentieth century45 3/4" x 12 3/4", 116 cm x... (more)

A Meiji Era Tenugui: Rare and Interesting Shibori

A Meiji Era Tenugui: Rare and Interesting Shibori

late nineteenth, early twentieth century13 1/2" x 36", 34... (more)