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2 Add fabric dye to the water. Also good news for those of you who want to utilize clothespins. Indigo Shibori Dyeing Techniques Shibori Dye Tie Dye Techniques Indigo Shibori First soak your folded and bound fabric in water then squeeze it out. . This technique is mainly used to create round shapes. This shibori pattern is made by tying each corner in two knots. I LOVE tie dyeing. Shibori can also be defined by what it is not. Cover with plastic if it wont fit into a bag to keep damp while the dye sets. Shibori is an ancient Japanese dyeing technique that involves folding twisting or bunching cloth and then binding it to create incredible patterns. Accordion fold the fabric from the bottom edge up to the top of the shirt in even folds. We love how no one dyeing will ever be the same making it clear that the item was hand dyed. Fill it with enough water that the entire cylinder can be submerged. ...