A visual expression of happiness in fabric form, tie-dye, in all of its Technicolor glory, is the kind of mood boost we need now—particularly as we’ve been stuck in the same-old confines of home.

The field of textile dyeing and colouration has experienced a transformative evolution, driven by the imperative to develop sustainable and efficient methods that minimise environmental impact whilst ...

Arimatsu, in central Japan, is the town that tie-dye built. Along its historic main street, fabric merchant houses have stood for centuries. When shopkeepers hang out their shingles here, the signs ...

Pre-weaving dyeing techniques developed independently in regions all around the world—notably in the South American Andes, the Middle East, and all throughout Asia—over the past two millennia. But the ...

Recent advancements in dyeing techniques have significantly improved the colour performance and functional properties of aramid and polyimide fibres. Research efforts have focused on manipulating ...

The process involves fermenting indigo leaves to create a dye bath. This technique allows artisans to create deep blue hues on cotton fabrics. The dyeing process requires multiple dips in the dye ...

"Potential for creating designs in textiles can be seen even in the physical properties of cloth. The simple fact that cloth tightly compressed into wrinkles or folds resists the penetration of dye is ...

The meticulous resist-dyeing method called shibori originated in ancient Japan and has been trending in global fashion and interior design for several years now—spotted on rising UK fashion star Ulla ...

Fabrics with electrical functionality have been around for several years, but are very rarely used in mainstream clothing. The fabrics are very expensive and the supply can be unreliable. Frustrated ...

These traditional patterns can be used in various creative projects, including table linens. By incorporating these designs, you can add a touch of elegance and cultural heritage to your dining ...

Standing in her spacious Marigny studio, artist Kate Beck brandished a wispy poncho the color of burnt sienna, embellished with swirls of blue and green. “I always think of tie-dye as this spiral ...