Captivated by nature’s hues! 🌿💙 Behold the mesmerizing Japanese indigo plant, a source of timeless beauty and traditional artistry. This humble plant holds the key to the enchanting world of Aizome – the age-old Japanese indigo dyeing technique. Stay tuned as I unveil the magic it weaves into fabric, culture, and creativity. 🎨✨
Please visit our website for more details about the November Trip (1-9).
https://www.mabelstyle.com/
Special thanks to Watanabe’s
Article about Watanabe’s
https://www.japan.travel/en/japan-magazine/exploring-the-origins-of-aizome-traditional-indigo-dyeing/
Regarding Allbirds ambassador
00:00 Opening
0:33 Introduction
0:53 What is Japanese Indigo?
1:33 Dying Explanation by Kato-san
2:27 Soaking fabric in dying solution
3:16 Oxidizing process
5:17 How to darken the color
5:48 Works with Allbirds?
6:33 Turning Blue!!
7:11 Soaking in fresh water
7:25 Facility Tour – Indigo Plant Farming
8:04 Indigo Plant Fermenting room
8:22 Final step of dying process
9:30 Closing
#JapaneseIndigo #NatureInspires #AizomeArtistry #creativejourney #japaneseculture #triptoJapan #CraftJapanExpedition #japantravel #japantrip #experiencejapan #traditionaljapanese #allbirds #treadlighter #Indigo #Watanabes
1 Comment
Your shirt turned out great. Can I ask why gloves aren't worn when working in the dye vats, and how long did it take to clear your skin of the dye? Thanks!