Continuing our art camp adventures.......while each batch of our eco-printing simmers for 2 hours we spent time indigo dyeing.
Nan is a terrific & generous host.....we work on her large patio which overlooks a golf course.....allowing us plenty of space to spread out.
Some artists get very scientific with their folding/stitching/wrapping methods, all which act as resists for the dye penetration and dictates the designs. We were less so....as we chatted away enjoying the beautiful sunny day.
We had prepared the indigo dye bath ahead of time. I decided to dye half of my bundles dry and the other half after soaking in water for about 10 mins. After massaging each packet in the indigo bath for 2+ mins., it was removed and placed in a bin.....allowing the dye to set a bit longer.
I'm now unwrapping one of my dry packets....you can see how the color turns from green to blue as it reacts to oxygen. I found the pieces dyed from the wet stage had less white than the dry ones. Of course the way it is folded/manipulated also affects the outcome.
Impressive results....we are happy campers!
And we eat well too......homemade pizza that didn't quite stay on the hot pizza stone....totally my doing as this Cheesehead really piled on the cheese!
Another year of good memories and friendship were made.......next Feb. can't come soon enough!
4 comments:
Impressive results indeed - what fun!
Mary, Such beautiful results! Really enjoyed seeing these photos... the fabrics are to die for and the pizza look darn good too!
Wow- these are great results. Oh yeah, I forgot about the 2 hour simmering while you wait on the eco-dyeing. Yum pizza! What a grand adventure for you girlfriends. I'm so glad you all can enjoy this time together. Sensory overload and the very best of ways.
Love the indigo fabrics!!!! You always have such a great time! Pizza looks great! I only eat cheese pizza!!! so of course I could almost taste that cheese! HA
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