Shibori - a Japanese Technique
Relief I - detail
(Image: Huw Jones)
For those of you not familar with this, it is a Japanese technique which involves tying, shrinking and working with fabric so that the fabric form retains the memory of the stitches which are removed. Michelle Griffiths has a wonderful website with example of her work. "Her work explores the natural rhythm of traditional shibori techniques in order to create contemporary three dimensional sculptures. Working predominantly in whites and creams Michelle records the actions found within shibori; stitching, binding, gathering, manipulating and folding - not through the expected dye process, but purely as texture and form." Her website is at http://www.shibori.co.uk/
- "Art of the Stitch & Scholar
"The Williamson Art Gallery, Birkenhead
(Image: Pinegate Photographics)
We were fascinated by the effects and results of this technique that is not that well known outside of Japan. If you are interested in finding out more you can visit http://www.shibori.org/
Labels: michelle griffiths, quilting frames, shibori embroidery, Z44
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