FRENCH GENERAL: SHIBORI

Because I can't get enough of Indigo dyeing, I had to sign up for another workshop. This time, after searching all around Los Angeles for another chance to perfect by Shibori folding techniques, I managed to find French General. 

The French General workshop was the perfect beginning for a cool, fall morning. The french themed craft shop is warm and welcoming. The workshop started off with guava pastries and steaming coffee. We sat around the table preparing our fabrics, sewing, folding and chatting. I truly couldn't ask for a more ideal morning.

Kaari guided us through the process of creating intricate prints through the ancient art of Japanese Shibori and Indigo. Beautiful shades of blue were created through dipping the prepared fabric into Indigo vats, which were set up behind French General. By the ends of the day, we definitely turned the alley blue! I love the process of folding paper, dipping it into Indigo dye, and seeing what comes out! 

Thank You French General for such a magical day!