The rich blue we love so much in our blue jeans is called indigo. The dye is made from the leaves of the indigo plant and has been used for dyeing cloth throughout human history. “Shibori” is an indigo dyeing technique originated in Japan. Shibori uses methods of tying, binding, stitching, clamping and folding fabrics to create beautiful patterns in dyed cloth.
In this workshop, Nanette will demonstrate a variety of Shibori techniques and guide participants through the dyeing process. With playful exploration, participants will discover their favorite techniques and use them to create their own Shibori-dyed scarf.
Class: Shibori Indigo-Dyed Scarf
Instructor: Nanette Zeller
When: Saturday, May 30, 2026
from Noon to 4:00 pm
Where: Robeson Art Guild House, 109 W 9th Street, Lumberton, NC 28358
Fee per student: $65 for non-member or $58 for Members, all materials included
Level: Suitable for Adults and Mature Young Adults
Class Size: Limited to 12 students only
The workshop includes supplies, shared dye vat, tool usage, and instruction; ½ yard white cotton muslin fabric (for experimenting); and one 11” x 60” white bamboo scarf. Additional white bamboo scarves will be available for purchase during the workshop.
Participants should bring: 2 or 3 thick (old/rag) bath towels, apron, and vinyl (latex) gloves, plus wear old clothes/shoes. (Note: Indigo will dye any natural fiber, including your skin.)
Participants may also bring: small quantities of natural fabrics and fibers to dye.
100% natural fibers include cotton, bamboo, rayon, wool, and silk. Suggested items to bring for dyeing include: fabric; cotton or bamboo socks; cotton, bamboo, or rayon shirts; vintage doilies and lace; small vintage linens; silk/bamboo scarves or hankies; wool, cotton or silk yarn, heavy cotton thread or cording; etc.
Note: Prewash all fabrics before class – do not use fabric softener.
Instructor Nanette Zeller earned a master’s degree in wildlife biology from NC State University. She found her artistic voice in 2005 when she combined her skills to create nature-inspired mixed media textile art. Heavily embellished with thread to create beautiful textures, her art has been displayed in both solo and group shows at local and national exhibits. In addition to numerous exhibit awards, Nanette is a 3-time recipient of the Artist Support Grant offered by the NC Arts Council. Before starting her quilting career, Nanette spent 10 years working as a free-lance technical editor for sewing and quilting book publishers.
If you have questions, the odds are good that others do to – feel free to ask! Tea, coffee, and bottled water is available. Please arrive by about 15 minutes before the class starts, so we can start on time.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 2 weeks before the class.
Class size is strictly limited. Pre-registered students have priority for openings and will be contacted when openings become available and future classes are scheduled.
