Techniques and projects for using shibori dyeing in textile art.

Shibori is one of the world's richest textile traditions. Commonly associated with Japan, it is in fact a technique long used in Africa, India and South America. In this practical guide, textile artist Janice Gunner shows how to combine traditional Japanese, African and Indian shibori methods with contemporary techniques to create stunning textiles that are bursting with rich, intricate patterns and bold colour. 

Various techniques are covered – from tied and stitched designs to ideas for wrapping, folding, clamping, pleating and binding. Simple and safe instructions for a range of dyeing techniques are also included. 

Practical information is accompanied by clear instructions and diagrams, aimed at quilters, embroiderers and textile artists of all abilities. 

Stunning quilts and embroideries throughout demonstrate the full potential of the technique, alongside practical advice on turning your shibori textiles into beautiful quilts, hangings and textile art. 

'Simple but practical, this is a great introduction to the creative potential of shibori'

Janice Gunner is an award winning textile artist –particularly known for her quilt art and her Shibori – inboth the UK and internationally. She won the JewelPatterson Scholarship for international Quilt Teachersin 1999, was awarded the Amy Emms MBE forservices to Quilt-making in 2008 and the prestigiousCity & Guilds Medal for Excellence as a lecturer in2018. Janice is a former President of The QuiltersGuild of the British Isles, a member of theContemporary Quilt group of the QGBI and a memberof The Society of Designer Craftsmen. She has beenteaching stitched textile techniques includingpatchwork, quilting and Shibori for 30 years.Janice Gunner is an award winning textile artist –particularly known for her quilt art and her Shibori – inboth the UK and internationally. She won the JewelPatterson Scholarship for international Quilt Teachersin 1999, was awarded the Amy Emms MBE forservices to Quilt-making in 2008 and the prestigiousCity & Guilds Medal for Excellence as a lecturer in2018. Janice is a former President of The QuiltersGuild of the British Isles, a member of theContemporary Quilt group of the QGBI and a memberof The Society of Designer Craftsmen. She has beenteaching stitched textile techniques includingpatchwork, quilting and Shibori for 30 years.