Tie and Dye or Adìrẹ Oníkọ̀

Description:

This course offers an in-depth introduction to Tie and Dye, also known as Àdìrẹ̣ Oníkọ̀, with a focus on both traditional and contemporary techniques. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced textile artist, this comprehensive workshop provides the tools and knowledge to master the art of resist dyeing. Delivered in a two-hour intensive Zoom session, the course covers a wide range of techniques including folding, pleating, binding, and scrunching to create stunning resist patterns on fabric. You’ll also gain hands-on experience in mixing dyes and chemicals to achieve vibrant, long-lasting results.

This is one of our bestselling courses, known for its clarity, depth, and practical value. Classes are held on the last Saturday of every month at 3 PM WAT, but alternative dates are also available to suit your schedule. Please check the next available class and confirm the corresponding time in your local time zone.

The key features for this course are;

Highly interactive and practical format, small class sizes for personalized feedback, detailed demonstrations of each technique and flexible scheduling options

Topics are:

1. Introduction to Tie and Dye
2. Tools and Materials
3. Understanding Colour
4. Spiral Design
5. Pleated Designs (Two Methods)
6. Scrunching Technique
7. Bull’s Eye Pattern
8. Peg Resist Method
9. Sunburst Design
10. Envelope Fold Design
11. The Dyeing Process
12. Discharge Method
13. Finishing Techniques