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Shibori: The Inventive Art of Japanese Shaped Resist Dyeing,Used
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Potential for creating designs in textiles can be seen even in the physical properties of cloth. The simple fact that cloth tightly compressed into wrinkles or folds resists the penetration of dye is an opportunityan opportunity to let the pliancy of textiles speak in making designs andpatterns.People around the world have recognized this opportunity, producing resist designs in textiles by shaping and then securing cloth in various ways before dyeing. Yet in no other country has the creative potential of this basic principle been understood and applied as it has in Japan. Here, in fact,it has been expanded into a whole family of traditional resist techniques, involving first shaping the cloth by plucking, pinching, twisting, stitching, folding, pleating, and wrapping it, and then securing the shapes thus made by binding, looping, knotting, clamping, and the like. This entirefamily of techniques is called shibori.Designs created with shibori processes all share a softness of outline and spontaneity of effect. Spontaneity is shibori's special magic, made possible by exploiting the beauty of the fortuitous things that happen when dye enters shaped cloth.Usually it is in response to the fact that a craft is being lost that the need for preserving and documenting it arises. The motivation behind this book is no exception, but the authors have gone far beyond simple documentation. Extensive research and experimentation have led to the revival here ofshibori techniques that were once well known but have now been largely forgotten in Japan. In addition to more conventional techniques, the work of contemporary fiber artists in Japan and abroad in shibori textile art and wearable art is presented, to suggest the extent of the creative innovationpossible.The 104 color and 298 blackandwhite plates include a photographic Gallery of Shibori Examples, based on Japan's largest collection of traditional shibori fabrics. Included also are a detailed guide to basic natural dyes used in Japan, the making and care of an indigo vat, and a list of suppliersin North America, as well as a glossary and bibliography. Now available in paperback, this full documentation of one of the world's most inventive and exciting dyeing techniques continues as a classic in the textile field.
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- Q: What is shibori and how is it used in textile art? A: Shibori is a traditional Japanese technique of resist dyeing that involves shaping and securing cloth in various ways before dyeing. This method creates unique patterns and designs by exploiting the physical properties of the fabric.
- Q: What materials do I need for shibori dyeing? A: For shibori dyeing, you typically need fabric (preferably natural fibers like cotton or silk), dye (such as indigo), binding materials (like string or rubber bands), and tools for shaping the fabric (such as clamps or stitching materials).
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in shibori dyeing? A: Yes, 'Shibori: The Inventive Art of Japanese Shaped Resist Dyeing' provides comprehensive guidance on both traditional and contemporary techniques, making it accessible for beginners as well as experienced textile artists.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 304 pages filled with detailed explanations, illustrations, and photographic examples of shibori techniques.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, which makes it lightweight and easy to handle for both reading and reference.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Yoshiko Iwamoto Wada, a recognized expert in shibori and textile arts.
- Q: Are there any color illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book includes 104 color plates and 298 black-and-white plates that showcase various shibori techniques and examples.
- Q: What additional resources does the book provide? A: In addition to shibori techniques, the book features a guide to natural dyes, instructions for making and caring for an indigo vat, and a list of suppliers in North America.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on December 1, 1999, and is recognized for its detailed documentation of shibori techniques.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may have minor wear but is still suitable for reading and reference.