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shibori

American  
[shi-bawr-ee] / ʃɪˈbɔr i /

noun

  1. a Japanese resist dyeing technique, often compared to tie-dyeing.


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It’s long been part of the arts scene in Japan, through shibori, as well as in Nigeria, in adire.

From New York Times Nov. 1, 2022

For Hiroyuki Murase, a fashion executive and fifth-generation shibori artisan, the appeal lies in the technique’s unpredictability.

From New York Times Nov. 1, 2022

This 100% silk, shibori tye-died piece is relaxed and lightweight.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 14, 2022

Part of the merchandise’s appeal is its backstory: The best-selling shibori kimono tops were made from recycled, vintage kimonos; bullet casings from Africa have been turned into funky, brightly colored jewelry.

From Washington Post Dec. 12, 2019

Noyo, an indigo fabric design created by Disc Interiors, was inspired by the rustic yet sophisticated shibori technique and named for a small Northern California beach town.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 6, 2015

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