Discover the traditional Japanese art of katazome, a stencil dyeing technique that uses hand-cut stencils and resist paste to create intricate patterns on fabric. In this workshop, students will learn the step-by-step process of preparing fabric, designing and cutting stencils, applying paste resist, and dyeing with indigo to reveal beautifully layered designs.
Along the way, we’ll explore both traditional materials and contemporary alternatives suitable for a home studio. Students will also learn how to build and maintain a natural indigo vat while experimenting with layered patterns and rich shades of blue on cotton and linen. This workshop offers a rewarding introduction for beginners while also providing new techniques and inspiration for those with dyeing or printmaking experience.
Suzanne Connors is a fiber artist with a background in interior design, construction project management, and fine art gallery direction. Since 2008, she has maintained a fiber art studio, creating vibrant works influenced by her training in architecture and design. Specializing in traditional Japanese textiles, her work emphasizes careful craftsmanship, texture, and repeating patterns, and through her artwork and workshops she enjoys sharing her enthusiasm for color, texture, and design with others. To learn more about Suzanne click here!
$785 - $930
*Note: You will save money on this class by becoming a SEFAA Member
Additional Supply Fee: None. The $60 supply fee for the student kit (Exacto knife, punch, Japanese fabric, stencil paper, silk gauze), indigo, rice paste, and supplies needed to back the stencil are included in the class cost.
Scholarship Available: Yes! Please click here to learn more about appyling for a scholarship.
Level: Open to all skill levels
Minimum Number of Students:
8 by May 28, 2026
Maximum Number of Students:
10
Required Supplies:
- Gloves
- Apron
- Newspaper
Class Schedule: The class will be in person at the SEFAA Center on Thursday, June 11 - Sunday, June, 14, 2026, from 10 am - 6 pm. There will be a short 1/2-hour break for lunch, so we encourage you to bring your lunch with you. We have a small refrigerator and microwave available for your use.