WORKSHOP MAKE & DYE A KIMONO - 16 NOV

THE DESIGN PROCESS We’ll begin the day by focusing fully on creating your kimono. With your own creative input, you can give your design a personal touch by making small adjustments, for example, altering the sleeve shape or the length of the kimono, as long as these are achievable within the available time and range of skills. During the workshop, you’ll learn essential skills from the craft of garment making: from drafting and shaping patterns to sewing and finishing your kimono. I’ll guide you step by step through the process so that together we can bring your unique creation to life. SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS Your kimono will be made from 100% organic, undyed raw cotton. 2,5 m of this fabric is included in the price. An additional fee €4 per meter applies for more fabric. Would you like to work with a more exclusive, sustainable fabric? You can choose from beautiful options such as lotus silk, organic Himalayan hemp, or handspun & handwoven organic kala cotton. NATURAL DYEING After a homemade lunch, I’ll take you on an inspiring journey into the colors of nature. Together, we’ll go step by step through the natural dyeing process to bring your kimono to life with botanical ingredients. You’ll discover which plants create specific colors and how different mordants and techniques can shift tones and shades. You’ll also learn traditional dyeing techniques, such as Japanese Shibori, to create beautiful, organic patterns, making your kimono truly one of a kind. WHAT'S INCLUDED - All fabrics & interfacing and natural dye ingredients (colours/mordants/modifiers) - Natural dyeing shibori tools - Printed sewing and natural dyeing instructions - A homemade vegetarian lunch, coffee/tea and snacks PRACTICAL INFORMATION The workshop is from 10:00 till 16:00 with a lunchbreak included. Beginning sewing experience is a must for this workshop. I’ll guide you through every step, but the level of skills will help you get the most out of the experience and bring your creation to life. This workshop is perfect for anyone wishing to explore textile arts more deeply and reconnect with nature through the mindful process of making.