Our Process
Where the magic happens
絞りと草木染め
Shibori and Natural Dyes
絞り . Shibori
Shibori is a resist technique. Different patterns are create by first forming the fabric into various shapes ( by knotting/ stitching/ pleating/ clamping). The fabric is then secured to create a resist before dyeing.
Every stitch or fold interacts differently with different fabrics and dyes creating subtle colour gradations. Each creation will take on the characteristics of their maker. And so, no two pieces will look the same.
The process may take days and this element of surprise is always present due to the nature of shibori. Opening each shibori piece is always an exciting moment for me.
草木染め . Natural Dyes
There are many natural plants and roots that can be used to dye fabrics. Dyeing with nature is science, it is challenging but also rewarding. The palette of colours that comes from nature are endless.
I love to use natural fabrics (silk, cotton, linen) as they work best with natural dyes. Every piece is scoured, tannin and mordanted before it is dyed. These processes allows for the colours to be fast and vibrant.
It requires precision and it is a labour of love. Together with shibori the patterns and colours that develops on the fabric are lively and takes on a luminous glow.
