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A section of kumo shibori (spider shibori) dyed with indigo, next to kumo shibori that has not been dyed yet. Shibori (しぼり/絞り, from the verb root shiboru – "to wring, squeeze or press" [1]: 7 ) is a Japanese manual tie-dyeing technique, which produces a number of different patterns on fabric.
Tsujigahana is a variety of kimono created by the technique of shibori. The extravagant patterns were rather more picturesque and it was more eye-catching than other ordinary kinds of kimono. Tsujigahana technique is in a shroud of mystery as it is not clearly known who invented it or why it was called Tsujigahana.
It is similar to the Japanese resist technique shibori. Traditionally two hand stitches are used for tritik: running stitch and whip stitch. [2] Because the dye pattern is formed by stitching, it can be highly controlled, and needle holes that may remain in the fabric add to the visual interest of the piece. [2]
It can be tied in a variety of different ways, and is commonly dyed using the shibori – typically the kanoko shibori – dye technique. Obidome (帯留, "sash clip") [25] is a small, decorative brooch fastened onto the obijime at the front, commonly made from precious metals and gemstones.
Unlike many of the colorful cloth patterns in Mindanao, T'nalak is distinctive in using only three different colors - black, white, and red. [1] Black serves as the background color, and is the dominant color of the cloth, while white is used to create different motifs. Red is typically used to accentuate the patterns. [1]
It includes jumping, jumping kicks and intricate hand techniques. The Chitō-ryū version is done in a north–south pattern, unlike many other versions of Shōrin-ryū Chintō which are done at a north-west to south-east pattern.
Linen stitch is a pattern that creates a tightly knit fabric that resembles woven linen. Tailored garments are especially suited for the linen stitch. It is a durable stitch, and is often used to reinforce the heels of hand-knitted socks.
Kalamkari textile depicting Lord Vishnu's dashavtaras as well as Ganesha and a Śiva lingam, at British Museum.. Kalamkari is an ancient textile printing art form that evolved about 3000 years ago in the state of Andhra Pradesh. [13]