Velvet: Designing Luxury

Velvet has always been considered one of the most sumptuous fabrics. We will explore the history of this fabric, as well as several ways to add to its beauty. Learn Japanese Shibori (pole wrapping), the French art of devoré (“burning” away the pile and leaving a silk-chiffon ground), discharge dyeing (removing the color from areas of the fabric), and
“impression printing” (using stamps and heat to manipulate the cloth). Perfect for the artist, sewer, and quilter.